AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCybersecurity & Consumer Data: Origin Energy confirmed a hack that may have exposed customers’ names, addresses, dates of birth, phone numbers, and account info, plus the last digits of credit cards and bank accounts, and said it’s working with authorities and independent cyber experts. Banking Fraud Warnings: Sri Lanka Police issued an urgent alert about scams where fraudsters impersonate police and central bank officials on WhatsApp/Telegram to trick victims into sharing OTPs and banking credentials. Banking Sector Performance: Macquarie said CEO Shemara Wikramanayake will retire in November and be replaced by Greg Ward, as the bank shifts further toward asset management and infrastructure. Market Watch (India): HDFC Bank ADRs fell after governance concerns resurfaced, while Bandhan Bank shares slid to a four-month low after Q1 results and guidance pressure. Payments & Tech: BNP Paribas in France expanded Samsung Pay contactless payments with Hello Bank! as a new banking partner. Deposits & Stability (Nigeria): NDIC began paying insured deposits to customers of 46 failed microfinance banks via BVN-linked automated transfers. Local Banking & Community: Standard Bank urged Johannesburg residents and organisations to help revitalise the inner city, backing safety and community projects. Banking Governance Debate (India): Shiv Sena (UBT) criticised public sector banks’ large corporate loan write-offs, arguing recovery is tougher for ordinary borrowers.
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