Morgan Stanley to see no SEC penalty on cash sweeps

The agency concluded its probe into the bank’s interest rate-related program. The bank still faces an investigation from a state regulator, though.

By Dan Ennis • May 7, 2025

Treasury’s Bessent: Private credit surge underscores need for bank deregulation

“The growth of private credit tells me that the regulated banking system has been too tightly constrained,” Scott Bessent said Monday.

By Caitlin Mullen • May 6, 2025

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HSBC pressed on net zero by $1.6 trillion investor group at annual meeting

Some 30 investors called on the bank to “urgently affirm” its commitment to its climate goals and prioritizing net-zero emissions across its operations.

By Zoya Mirza • May 6, 2025

Zelle service unavailable for many users after Fiserv tech glitch

The P2P payments service experienced technical troubles Friday as Fiserv cited an "internal issue" in its disruption.

By Justin Bachman • May 5, 2025

NCUA liquidates NJ credit union

Unilever Federal Credit Union, with roughly $46.6 million in assets, was declared insolvent and asked to cease operations Wednesday. 

By Rajashree Chakravarty • May 1, 2025

Safe Harbor’s new CEO: ‘The idea is: grow’

Terry Mendez, who replaced Sundie Seefried this year at the helm of the cannabis banking pioneer, has cut costs and seeks to rebound after the company’s loss nearly tripled last year.

By Caitlin Mullen • April 30, 2025

Warren, Chopra warn of ‘real price to pay’ on DOGE

The former CFPB director pointed to a rise in uninsured deposits amid recent market turmoil.

By Caitlin Mullen • April 29, 2025

[Podcast] Comply to Compete: Better Banking Data Management Through 2025’s M&A Integrations

M&A is surging—are banks ready for the compliance challenges? Tune in to Arcesium’s podcast for expert insights.

By Banking Dive's studioID • April 28, 2025

Bank of America ordered to pay FDIC $540M in risk lawsuit

A judge’s decision, made public Monday, marks the latest development in a yearslong legal fight between the bank and the regulatory agency over the unpaid deposit insurance assessments.

By Caitlin Mullen • April 15, 2025

TD acknowledges ‘darkest day’ in shareholder meeting

The bank’s chair called October’s $3.09 billion settlement “extraordinarily painful.” Investors voted in four new board members Thursday, including Morgan Stanley’s former deputy CFO.

By Dan Ennis • April 11, 2025

Dimon points to ‘turbulence,’ sees uncertainty persisting through July

The trade war poses certain risks to JPMorgan Chase, given its global reach. “Add that to the list of worries – we will be in the crosshairs,” CEO Jamie Dimon said Friday.

By Caitlin Mullen • April 11, 2025

Warren presses Fed’s Bowman on tariff stance

The senator grew exasperated when the nominee for vice chair for supervision suggested a wait-and-see approach on Trump policy.

By Caitlin Mullen • April 10, 2025

Lawmakers push House bill on reputational risk

Reps. Andy Barr, R-KY, and Ritchie Torres, D-NY, introduced companion legislation of the Senate’s FIRM Act to remove reputational risk as a component in bank supervision.

By Rajashree Chakravarty • April 10, 2025

Treasury eyes bigger regulatory role, Bessent says

The treasury secretary said he wants regulatory tailoring to ensure smaller community banks matter on a wider scale.

By Caitlin Mullen • April 9, 2025

Webster Bank risk chief to retire

Daniel Bley will leave his role after the Connecticut-based bank finds his replacement, the lender said last week. 

By Rajashree Chakravarty • April 8, 2025

Dimon frets over tariff uncertainty in annual letter

The CEO of the biggest U.S. bank said he sees President Donald Trump’s tariff policy as "one large additional straw on the camel’s back."

By Caitlin Mullen • April 7, 2025

Gould’s OCC nomination advances to full Senate

Sen. Tim Scott, R-SC, said Jonathan Gould will stop “politically motivated debanking,” while Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-MA, asserted Gould’s track record suggests he’ll do “what’s in the best interest of Wall Street.”

By Caitlin Mullen • April 4, 2025

Senator wants FDIC OIG probed over allegations of fund misuse

Whistleblowers said the office’s special agent in charge conducted a fraudulent temporary duty scheme, while two other officials made “wasteful mass purchases,” including defective law enforcement gear.

By Gabrielle Saulsbery • April 4, 2025

OCC ends climate risk guidance for large banks

Acting OCC chief Rodney Hood called the guidance "burdensome and duplicative." However, a policy advocate at Public Citizen labeled the move "deeply irresponsible."

By Zoya Mirza • April 1, 2025

FDIC eases crypto rules for banks

Banks can engage in crypto-related activities, but must still exercise proper caution, the agency said.

By Gabrielle Saulsbery • April 1, 2025

ING’s net-zero targets align with SBTi

The Dutch bank aims to reduce its absolute scope 1 and scope 2 emissions by 44% by 2030, compared with 2023. It's the first global bank to have its climate goals validated by the organization.

By Lamar Johnson • March 27, 2025

Dive Deposits: UBS simply doesn’t want to be held back

The Swiss bank’s threat to move its HQ from its home country comes as its spirit appears to morph from European to British to American on ideals such as DEI, pay and climate.

By Dan Ennis • March 27, 2025

OCC nominee Gould aims to ‘shine a spotlight’ on de-banking

“I think too often reputation risk is used as a pre-text for other motives,” Jonathan Gould, an OCC veteran President Donald Trump tapped to lead the agency, told lawmakers at a hearing.

By Caitlin Mullen • March 27, 2025

FDIC ‘plans to eradicate’ focus on reputational risk

Two bank regulators and the head of the Senate Banking Committee have called to put an end to a regulatory focus on reputational risk this month.

By Gabrielle Saulsbery • March 26, 2025

Judge dismisses lawsuit against Wells Fargo over prescription drug costs

The decision could throw cold water on potential copycat suits seeking to hold large, self-funded employers responsible if they overpay for prescription drugs.

By Rebecca Pifer • March 26, 2025