Banking

App-based challenger bank Starling has today launched a vertical debit card which it claims will change the landscape of UK banking - but it's unlikely to be more than a gimmick for most.

Some TSB customers reported problems accessing their online banking and mobile app after another IT update.

Banks are being asked how well prepared they are for a cyber attack or TSB-style IT meltdown by the Bank of England and the regulators.

Two savings accounts have boosted their interest rates today to beat the previous market-leader, as the savings revival finally shows some signs of hotting up.

An estimated 150 Lifetime ISA holders have seen their annual bonus of up to £1,000 delayed by up to two months, MoneySavingExpert can reveal - so if you're expecting your bonus to have arrived, check now if it's been paid.

Two decent interest-paying current accounts from Lloyds and Bank of Scotland had their rates cut this weekend - while Halifax increased the monthly fee for its Ultimate Reward packaged account.

Tens of thousands of TSB customers are still waiting for their complaints about the bank's IT meltdown to be addressed, and some who were left £100s out of pocket haven't had a response more than eight weeks on, MoneySavingExpert can reveal.

A major review of the banking sector by the financial regulator has warned that established banks have a "captive audience" of loyal customers who are losing out because they are reluctant to switch or shop around for financial products .

Scammers are pretending to be from the Financial Ombudsman Service to try and trick victims into handing over personal information, the watchdog has warned.