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Smartphone capabilities, like instant Internet access, integrated cameras and GPS systems, have given consumers more control over their banking relationship and are forcing financial institutions to adapt.

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UBS Fined in Libor Probe: An irony of the Libor probe is that it's looking nearly as choreographed and negotiated as the long-running rate manipulation that preceded it. Early this morning UBS and Swiss regulators announced the bank had agreed to a $1.5 billion settlement, and arrests of people connected with the Swiss bank are expected today, according to anonymous sources. RBS is next in line to settle, these same sources say....

Its purpose was to study what consumers know about dispute resolution clauses. This is particularly important because most checking accountholders are covered by these clauses and may not be aware of them.

Although this initial phase of the program may seem beneficial as it seeks to keep European competitors honest, enforced convergence is a double-edged sword that raises worrisome issues for our country.

The role of the federal government in housing is the first question that needs to be answered, putting aside political rhetoric and preconceived notions about the subject.