Banking

It's easier than ever to go cashless these days, but one there's one group that still relies on the cash – kids. To make it easier for parents who struggle to come up with the cash when chores are completed or allowance time rolls around, Current has released an app-controlled Visa debit card.

Tired of having to remember PINs, or having a wallet full of plastic cards? Well, if EyeLock has its way, you eventually won't have to. It's created an ATM that has no keypad, card reader or screen. Known as the Irving concept, it utilizes an iris scanner and an app instead.​

Banking technology company FIS has developed a system that is claimed to streamline the cash-getting process. Known as Cardless Cash Access, it allows people to get money from ATMs within seconds, using nothing but their smartphone.

A Japanese bank is set to introduce ATMs with biometric technology that will allow customers to access their accounts with a scan of their palms - no card required.

NCR is putting the "teller" back in the automated teller machine with the unveiling of an ATM with integrated two-way video conferencing that lets users talk live with a remote teller through the ATM.

Digital security provider Gimalto has introduced the Ezio Thin Reader, a credit card-sized authentication device for online banking.