HSBC to launch voice and touch ID system
HSBC and First Direct announce the launch of a voice and fingerprint recognition system, removing the need for customers to remember passwords and PINs for online banking.
New styles boost Gucci’s sales by 5%
The luxury fashion brand Gucci sees a better-than-expected a 5% rise in sales for the final three months of 2015.
Thailand told to address airport safety
Airline industry calls on Thai government to address problems at the country’s main airport in Bangkok.
Millions face big jump in death fees
Millions of people across the UK face a leap in fees payable after death, an increase that will be “astronomical” for some.
Could renting by the hour help hotels? This site thinks so
French website Dayuse.com is one company helping traditional hoteliers to sell rooms for just a few hours during the day.
Hiring in these sectors is broken: Startup
Recruitment is broken in the services sectors because it is stuck in the past, according to the founder of an app for job seekers.
Samsung to 5G: 5 things happening in tech this week
Mobile World Congress, Europe’s biggest consumer electronics show, kicks off next week. CNBC takes a look at what to expect.
Hedge funds go bargain-hunting for energy stocks
The 10 largest U.S. hedge funds have made the most of the slide in the oil price, snapping up $1.5 billion in cheap energy stocks.
Osborne ‘faces borrowing challenge’
The Chancellor faces a challenge in meeting borrowing forecasts despite a bumper public finance surplus in January, experts say.
China’s securities regulator to step down: Report
China will announce its top securities regulator is stepping down within days, the Wall Street Journal has reported, citing officials.