banking
They’ve Caught The Fraudster Behind SA’s Massive Data Breach
20 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Yesterday, news broke that Experian suffered a massive data breach, that placed millions of South Africans’ personal information at risk.
Discovery Bank Has Had A Busy First Six Months
26 Feb 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Six months have now passed since Discovery Bank went live to the general public, so let’s check in to see what growth has been achieved.
Capitec Is Going All Out To Keep Its Customers
18 Feb 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Capitec is putting a great deal of effort into making itself the most affordable bank in South Africa, as well as offering new perks.
More Bad News For Nedbank Customers
13 Feb 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The bank has issued a public statement after the potential hacking at a third-party service provider led to clients’ details being compromised.
More Proof That Everyone Hates Nedbank, Absa, And Standard Bank
11 Nov 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
South Africans love a good rant on social media. If you analyse those rants, you’ll see a few patterns emerging.
SA’s 12 Cheapest Entry-Level Bank Accounts Compared
07 Aug 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Following the release of Discovery Bank’s banking options, let’s take a look at how South Africa’s cheapest bank accounts compare across the board.
Wednesday Morning Spice
10 Jul 2019 by Kiernan / No Comments
R140m a year SA exec loses Deutsche Bank job. Attempted hit on Hawks detective. Saudi princess on trial. Cape Town iceberg nears. Lance Armstrong slams dangerous Tour de France move. Liz Hurley living it up.
Keen To Get Into Banking And Finance? These Are The Salaries To Expect
15 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
According to a newly-released annual salary survey, banking and finance professionals in South Africa are taking home some serious bucks.
A Quick Comparison Of SA’s Cheapest Bank Accounts
20 Feb 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Banking experts will tell you that Capitec has shaken the Big Four (FNB, Absa, Standard Bank and Nedbank) with their entry-level accounts. Let’s see if that rings true.
A Quick Look At The Future Of Banking In South Africa
05 Sep 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As the battle for market share between South Africa’s ‘Big Five’ banks heats up, a new business model is looking to change the game.
Why It’s Pointless Choosing One SA Bank Over Another
18 Jun 2018 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
I’ve never fully understood why some people are loyal to any particular bank, especially when our options are so limited here in SA.
How SA’s Banking Fees Shape Up Against The Rest Of The World
11 Apr 2018 by Reinhardt / 1 Comment
It’s common knowledge that South African banks charge us for just about everything, but here’s how we compare to the rest of the world.
South Africa’s Top Banks (And Bank Accounts) In Terms Of Cost
31 Jul 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
As local banks compete to be the best, South Africans can be left in the dark when it comes to getting the most value for your rand. This might help you out.
The “Big Four” SA Banks Has Just Become The “Big Five”
31 Mar 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
They say competition is healthy, which is why the growth of another big bank here at home can only benefit us Saffas.
This Chap Is Shafting Standard Bank So Beautifully
24 Jun 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
Everyone loves an underdog story and we’ve got a ripper from the Eastern Cape on our hands. This ostrich farmer isn’t about to bury his head in the sand.
This Is Why Standard Bank Are A Bunch Of Pigs @standardbankza
25 Feb 2015 by Seth Rotherham / 34 Comments
I have said this many times and I still believe it to be true. Every bank can and will let you down at some stage. People who have loyalty to a particular bank are just lucky.
HSBC Is Trying To Block Sunday Times From Publishing These Names
16 Feb 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As much as I like banking with HSBC, I still do not understand why they cannot get me a new bankcard. It’s probably because they are busy helping rich people get richer…
Thursday Morning Spice
11 Dec 2014 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Investec apologises for ‘I can’t breathe.’ Ramaphosa for president? Letterman announces retirement date. French jet crashes into home. Lions land big sponsor. Sony bans interviews. Tiger works for Trump now.
Dear Nedbank, Surely This Is Illegal?
03 Dec 2014 by Seth Rotherham / 16 Comments
I’m sure it’s illegal to send spam text messages and ask people to opt out AFTER the fact. But Nedbank seem to have taken things to the next level.
It’s Happening – Apple Brings Mobile Payments To The iPhone
01 Sep 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Imagine when the day comes that you no longer have to haul out your wallet and look through 84 different bank cards before you find the right one to use on flowers and wine for your secret lover. Apple is going to make life easier, again.
“Fuck The Poor” – Here Is The Audio Of Former African Bank Exec Tami Sokutu Making His Shocking Statements
22 Aug 2014 by Seth Rotherham / 2 Comments
Everyone will remember fondly the Sunday Times front page headline, “Fuck The Poor” from last weekend, which referenced top African Bank exec, Tami Sokutu’s thoughts on the poor. Now – FINALLY – you can hear him say it!
Wednesday Morning Spice
20 Aug 2014 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
SA’s top 4 banks downgraded. Another black kid killed in Missouri. SA’s cabinet’s full cost is mind-blowing. Kardashian sex tape buddy in trouble. Are you ready for the Wolf of Wall Street TV show?
Facebook Is Getting Into The Banking Game – This Is Why
15 Apr 2014 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
It’s been reported that Facebook is close to receiving authorisation to become an “electronic money institution” in Europe. You may be asking why the social media giant is getting into the banking game? Well, for more money of course.
If You’re In Your 30s, You’ll Love This #bobjunior #bobt
29 Nov 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
Get ready for this trip down memory lane. Remember BOB T savings cards? And how special they made you feel? Turns out they’re still around.
Just Keep Digging: The Rand Has Hit A Four Year Low Against The Dollar
23 May 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The rand is currently standing at 9,6980 to the dollar – the lowest it has been in the last four years.
The 2008 Financial Crisis Was Caused By Bankers On Cocaine Binges – Professor
15 Apr 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The British Government’s former top advisor on narcotics, Professor David Nutt has claimed that the global financial crisis of 2008 was caused by widespread overuse and abuse of cocaine in the finances industry.
British Bank Accused Of Laundering $250 Billion For Iran Regime
07 Aug 2012 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
US regulators have accused British bank, Standard Chartered, of behaving like a “rogue institution” and of laundering $250 billion from Iran, hiding the transactions for over a decade, a violation of US sanctions.
FNB Customers Can Now Draw Cash From Supermarket Tills
20 Jul 2012 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments
FNB, trying to get relief from foot traffic in its branches, is now offering cash back at Pick n Pay and Shoprite Checkers. This move comes as government is placing increased pressure on banks to reduce transaction and banking fees.
Coming Soon: Facebook Bank
12 Jul 2012 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments
Facebook may in the future be doing for your banking what it’s done for your online privacy in general. Who doesn’t want to be able to pay their bills while at the same time looking at photos of their friends at that braai that got a little out of hand?
Could The LIBOR Scandal Be “The Biggest Consumer Fraud In History”?
12 Jul 2012 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Over the past few weeks we’ve brought you several reports regarding the increasingly worrisome LIBOR scandal. The investigation into interest rate-rigging debacle is quickly snowballing and analysts have now begun wondering if “16 of the world’s largest banks have perpetrated the biggest fraud in history.”
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