New report examines trends in branch transformation and technology

August 28, 2014

The free report includes branch planning data collected from more than 150 regional and local FIs across the United States.

CaixaBank to invest $659 million in next-gen ATMs

August 28, 2014

CaixaBank, Spain's largest ATM network operator, intends to start installation of its new generation ATMs this year; the process will take 10 years to complete.

Russian hackers steal massive amounts of customer data from US banks

August 28, 2014

The intrusion bears the hallmarks of political posturing; its timing corresponds to the enactment of sanctions against Russian banks and stolen information has…

Why is ATM patent troll ATL selling its stock-in-trade?

by Suzanne Cluckey — Owner, Suzanne Cluckey Communications

Patent troll ATL is offloading 28 of its ATM patents, as well as a couple more that it has pending. Here's the backstory that might explain why.

Accelerating Branch Transformation with Integrated ATM Life Cycle Management

Banks need to modernize their ATM operations management technology to accelerate the transformation of their self-service channels and deliver the quality of…

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PCI SSC issues bulletin on 'Backoff' malware threat

August 27, 2014

Though Backoff is known only to have infected POS systems, the program logs PINs from debit card transactions that can be paired with track data for use at…

UAE banks block debit cards in response to ATM compromise

August 27, 2014

After banks in the region experienced multimillion-dollar losses in a $45 million global bank heist that came to light last year, the UAE Central Bank is…

ATMs can be a drawing card for millennials

by Terry Dooley — SVP & CIO, ITS, Inc

Now is the time to use the digital capabilities and accessibility of the ATM to win over millennials disenchanted with the branch experience.

Shazam names new president

August 26, 2014

EVP and COO Paul Waltz takes on the new leadership role of president in anticipation of the retirement next year of CEO Michael Hollinger.

Philly CU's four new branches to feature self-service format

August 26, 2014

Auto-deposit ATMs, in-lobby teller terminals and cash recyclers will support a transformed branch model for Citadel, a $2 billion FI serving 160,000 members.

Smartphone camera is focal point for mobile banking growth, Malauzai says

August 26, 2014

The smartphone camera is the perfect conduit for mobile banking innovation as accountholders embrace the idea of conducting financial business via pictures…

Boost brand awareness with effective ad strategies

For many FIs and IADs, promotional messages at the ATM can generate the extra jolt of power that moves a current or potential customer to action.

Low-income households pump money into retailer wallets

by Kevin Christensen — Vice President, Audit, SHAZAM

A new research paper by three economists predicts that the little guy will shell out more money as FIs seek relief from the revenue-slashing effects of the…

EMV cardmaker CPI to acquire instant issuance provider EFT Source

August 25, 2014

The move will formalize a working partnership between the two companies that goes back more than 15 years.

CBN overturns fee moratorium for off-us ATM withdrawals

August 25, 2014

Nigeria's apex bank has reversed itself once again as the government tries to realize its vision to become cashless (or, at least, less cash-driven) by 2020.

PCI SSC announces proposed 2015 special interest group projects

August 25, 2014

Security guidance for ATMs is one of several projects proposed for consideration next year by the PCI Security Standards Council.

Sharenet expands ATM service footprint with acquisition of Express Teller Services

August 25, 2014

The acquisition will allow Syracuse, New York-based Sharenet to expand its service footprint to serve credit unions and community banks on the West Coast, the…

Big Apple, Big D get Bitcoin ATMs

August 22, 2014

Manhattan got its first Bitcoin ATM this week, as did Dallas. But surprisingly, neither of these mega metro areas is the first in its state to stick a pin in a…

Any idiot with a 3D printer can make a fake front for an ATM skimmer

August 22, 2014

However Hamid P, whom the police arrested this week in France for running a skimming operation, was no run-of-the-mill idiot.

ABA intros universal banker training certificate

August 22, 2014

The program reflects the growth of the self-service branch and the transition from teller service to single-contact banking assistance.