Retail Banker International • 3rd March 2021

Financial inclusion: women struggle to access banking services

International Women’s Day (IWD) is fast approaching once again, and this year’s theme is #ChooseToChallenge – homing in on the idea that a challenged world is an alert world and from that comes change.

Retail Banker International • 22nd February 2021

How the banking industry is becoming more sustainable

In the past few years, companies across all sectors have been under pressure to reduce their carbon footprints – and banks are no exception to this rule.

Electronic Payments International • 29th January 2021

How is SCA impacting the payments sector?

After months of delay, Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) finally came into effect on 31 December 2020.

Electronic Payments International • 15th July 2020

Mastercard and Amex maintain support for struggling arts sector

It is no secret that Covid-19 has brought the arts and entertainment sector to its knees: according to industry leaders, around half of all music venues and 70% of theatres across the UK face permanent closure.

Retail Banker International • 25th May 2020

Refugees in Europe: banks must be more understanding

According to the European Commission, in 2019, over 600,000 asylum seekers applied for international protection for the first time – many of whom are likely to struggle to access basic banking services.

Electronic Payments International • 16th April 2020

Coronavirus-induced e-commerce fraud plagues industry

For a number of reasons, Covid-19 has caused widespread panic across the globe with thousands of new cases emerging every day.

Electronic Payments International • 18th March 2020

BNPL: a consumer's friend or foe?

Buy now pay later (BNPL) services have doubled in popularity over the past year, with the likes of Klarna taking over the online high street.

Retail Banker International • 14th February 2020

Gender diversity in banking: Canada tops the table as Spain falls behind

The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is #EachforEqual, but in a heavily male dominated sector like retail banking, it can be difficult to find women taking up leadership roles.

Cards International • 15th January 2020

Retailers move towards cashless, but is this a good idea?

The UK has been on the verge of a cashless society for the last few years. In 2019, three quarters of retail sales were made via cards or digital payment methods.

Cards International • 1st November 2019

Charities tap digital devices for contactless donations

Contactless charity donations have been on the rise in recent years. Everyday more charities are investing in fundraising technologies to boost productivity and enhance the donation experience.

Retail Banker International • 10th October 2019

Mental health: are financial institutions doing enough?

For many years, mental health was a taboo subject that often went unspoken. However, organisations are becoming increasingly open to the discussion.

Retail Banker International • 16th August 2019

The top 100 most followed banks on Instagram

With the rise of the digital age, social media has become hugely important for businesses when promoting their brands. Evie Rusman ranks the world’s top financial institutions on Instagram

Electronic Payments International • 7th August 2019

‘SCA delayed by a further 18 months’

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has reportedly delayed the enforcement of strong customer authentication (SCA) by a further 18 months.

8th March 2019

Two out of five students live in dangerous properties, NUS study shows | River Online

Four out of ten students renting privately have claimed to be living in dangerous properties, a new study shows.

Wordpress.Com • 20th February 2019

How to invest in ethical fashion without "breaking the bank" | Feature

Fast fashion is the second largest polluter in the world with the UK’s consumption of new clothing being the highest in Europe. Now shoppers are looking for ways to feel less guilty about the clothes they buy.

8th February 2019

A Private War: Rosamund Pike is brilliant | Review

A Private War, based on the life and career of The Sunday Times war correspondent Marie Colvin, pays homage to journalism and is a tribute to those who sacrifice their lives for the job every day.

6th February 2019

Kingston develops use of video streaming in ambulances | River Online

Kingston University are teaming up with technology company, Pangea, to develop video streaming in ambulances, giving A&E doctors the ability to treat patients before their arrival.

15th January 2019

West End superstar Ramin Karimloo returns to London | River Online

Musical theatre fans rejoice! Ramin Karimloo is back with another UK tour! The West End and Broadway superstar put on a vocally-perfect performance at London’s Cadagon Hall on Tuesday January 14, delighting the audience with hits from world-renowned musicals including Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera and Hamilton.

26th November 2018

Go phish: ‘Russian hackers’ target KU | River Online

Kingston University’s computer network could have been targeted by Russian hackers according to a cyber security expert.

20th November 2018

KU students march to Whitehall standing up against racism | River Online

KU students marched across London on Saturday November 17 along with thousands of others to stand up against racism and fascism.