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Banks launch Kindle Fire apps

Given that the Kindle Fire uses a modified version of Android, it's not super difficult to offer apps optimized for the popular Amazon tablet, and more banks are starting to jump in.

Security concerns surround new bank apps

We've suggested before that security tends to lag new functionality. That's pretty much always been the case.

More banking apps for Kindle Fire

When Amazon launched the Kindle Fire, it soon became apparent that it had a hit tablet on its hands--finally, a legitimate alternative to the iPad.

Banks gain branding control in ISIS app

As the mobile transactions sweepstakes continue to unfold, we've suggested that banks are in a somewhat precarious position.

Fund admin app from JPMorgan

The movement by the financial services industry to embrace the iPad has been nothing short of stunning. The sorts of apps that big banks and others are coming up with continue to impress.

New bar code app from TD Ameritrade

TD Ameritrade has launched an app that allows you to scan a bar code to reveal the publically traded company that produced the product.

The future of smartphone banking

The conventional wisdom in the financial services industry is that smartphone banking represents the next big thing. Entire industries are forming around the notion that people want to transact more

Bank of America snafu highlights mobile usability

Bank of America's experience with a recent update of a P2P mobile app holds a lesson for the entire industry. It's fair to say that privacy is a top concern among customers right now, and any request

Mutual funds go slow on apps

The "app-ification" of the financial services industry has been one of the big stories of the year. We've seen a slew of interesting apps aimed at retail customers as well as corporate customers. The

Case study in CEP: Phase Capital

A year after the May 6 2010 Flash Crash, we're still searching for solutions at the macro level.The SEC has certainly had its hands full with this issue. At the industry level, I am a bit surprised