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Girls in Tech: inspiring the next generation of STEM talent
Collaboration, resilience and authenticity are some of the key takeaways shared with 200 high school students who gathered at Commonwealth Bank’s S...
3 April 2024
CBA invests in international transaction screening technology company
New RegTech investment with the potential to boost sanctions compliance and make global payments more efficient for customers.
25 March 2024
CBA and Microsoft deepens Gen AI partnership
Generative AI and cyber security initiatives to deliver more for customers.
11 March 2024
Opening pathways to tech jobs for more young Australians
CBA takes part as a program partner for virtual work experience program.
22 February 2024
CBA rolls out NameCheck availability to leading industry names
Bendigo Bank and Satori are piloting CBA’s industry leading NameCheck technology to help combat scams and mistaken payments.
27 November 2023
CommBank digital feature helps businesses to claim millions
Small and medium sized business owners are taking advantage of Commonwealth Bank’s unique Benefits finder tool to find ways to offset rising cost o...
28 August 2023
CBA brings contactless transit payments to Victorians
Victoria’s new public transport ticketing system, underpinned by CBA’s contactless transit ticketing capability, will enable commuters to tap on an...
18 August 2023
How to use the Benefits Finder to discover some hidden cash
Rent assistance? Tech trade-ins? This digital tool will help you find grants, rebates and concessions.
1 July 2023
Girls in Tech fostering the next generation of women in STEM
Hundreds of high school students learned about the vital ideas and perspectives women bring to STEM fields at an annual event presented by CommBank...
12 May 2023
New Bankwest and CBA Perth Tech Hub unveiled
CBA’s latest technology hub will join previously launched hubs in Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane to foster the next generation of technology talent.
5 May 2023
CBA significantly expands technology graduate intake
Applications now open for 2024 tech grad program, as CBA builds world-class technology team of the future.
23 March 2023
With higher digital engagement than ever, CommBank works to keep customers safe online
The bank is continuing its strategy to deliver global best digital experiences and technology.
15 February 2023
New scam detection, prevention and education initiatives to keep more customers safe
CBA is the first Australian bank to provide account “NameCheck” on its digital banking platforms, as new “CallerCheck” feature is launched to verif...
2 February 2023
How a cunning romance scam put its victim in jail for two years
While those who fall for romance scams are often deemed foolish, experts tell Anatomy of a Scam that anyone could be a victim.
21 December 2022
The consequences of a remote access scam can be fast and costly
Deborah Knight delves into remote access scams, where scammers who call pretending to be from a well-known company and claim they need access to yo...
13 December 2022
Ransom scams: To pay or not to pay?
“My heart sank”. Host Deborah Knight speaks to a ransom scam victim in the podcast Anatomy of a Scam.
9 December 2022
How can behavioural science help to ease the cost of living?
CBA and the Behavioural Insights Team hosted an expert panel in Sydney last week that discussed how products and support tools can help millions of...
7 December 2022
CBA opens tech hub in Brisbane and works with UQ, QUT, TAFE Queensland
The new technology centre follows the establishment of similar hubs in Adelaide and Melbourne and will provide a base to help grow the state’s tech...
6 December 2022
How your 'trusty' phone can deceive you
Learn how scammers cloned a legitimate bank number to scam an unsuspecting victim of $35,000 in the fourth episode of Anatomy of a Scam.
5 December 2022
Transforming ecommerce with PowerBoard
CBA launches PowerBoard, a new ecommerce solution that simplifies technology integrations to deliver merchants payment choice, efficiencies and inn...
2 December 2022
How an investment scam cost an Aussie businessman $1.8 million
“I fell for it hook, line and sinker” — a “big fish” reveals how he took the bait in the third episode of Anatomy of a Scam.
25 November 2022
Gone phishing: How cyber criminals hook unsuspecting victims with scams
Journalist Deborah Knight delves into phishing attacks, the most common reported type of scam in Australia, in the second episode of Anatomy of a S...
21 November 2022
H2O.ai partnership powers personalised banking and intelligent digital processing
The largest gathering of AI grandmasters in Australia converge at CBA’s head office, one year since CBA announced exclusive partnership with global...
16 November 2022
This Cyber Security Awareness month, simple advice keeps small businesses safe online
Developed by the Australian Cyber Security Centre and supported by Commonwealth Bank, the Small Business Cyber Security Guide is an easy-to-follow,...
28 October 2022
Protecting yourself from identity fraud
With the topic of identity fraud top of mind for many Australians, CommBank’s General Manager of Group Fraud Management lays out the simple steps p...
5 October 2022
Australia’s brightest cyber talents to share in $10,000 in prizes
Entries are now open for the CommBank Cyber Community Awards, recognising people from across Australia who work hard to make our customers and comm...
26 September 2022
Record digital engagement for Australia’s #1 banking app
Commonwealth Bank has continued to build on its rich history of innovation, cementing its place over the last year as the market leader in mobile a...
10 August 2022
Customers flock to home loan repayment calculator following RBA decision each month
New data shows CBA’s online home loan repayment calculator surges in activity on the day of the Reserve Bank Board meeting each month.
1 August 2022
CBA sets up Melbourne tech hub with university partnerships
Technology initiative will support software developers and data engineers as part of the bank’s commitment to help grow Victoria’s digital economy.
28 July 2022
Meet the partners: More and CBA mark one year together
Chief Operating Officer of local telco provider More, Richard Branson, discusses the strategic partnership with CBA, what it means for the bank’s c...
25 July 2022
How artificial intelligence is changing the face of banking
CommBank is leveraging its Customer Engagement Engine and Artificial Intelligence capabilities to deliver global best experiences for customers, sa...
24 June 2022
CBA sets new aggressive recruitment target
Last year, Commonwealth Bank appointed more than 800 new engineers as part of a bold new recruitment plan. This year, the recruitment target is eve...
3 June 2022
Nationwide roadshow showcases Smart terminal accessibility features
CBA is on the road to help small business owners and community members learn about Smart’s accessibility features.
1 June 2022
CommBank unleashes engineering excellence
CBA has hosted a two-day engineering symposium for its growing network of engineers.
19 May 2022
CBA takes next step in reimagining banking for customers
Commonwealth Bank is continuing its focus on building new and innovative customer experiences.
17 May 2022
CBA using technology to improve customer experience
Commonwealth Bank’s Matthew Malady and Lee Challoner-Miles highlight some of the steps the bank is taking digitally to support customers affected b...
29 March 2022
CBA to open Technology Hub at Adelaide’s Lot Fourteen
CBA looks to expand its Adelaide workforce with technology professionals.
11 February 2022
Innovation at the fore as CBA strengthens its digital focus
Cutting-edge partnerships help accelerate Commonwealth Bank’s world-leading digital experience, with customers reaping the rewards.
9 February 2022
CBA partners with fintech Paypa Plane
New partnership to revolutionise payments for Australian businesses and their customers.
7 February 2022
x15 invests in OwnHome to help turn more renters into owners
CBA’s x15 continues its support of the Xccelerate2020 winner, joining its Series A funding-round alongside strategic partner, SquarePeg
3 February 2022
Almost half a million new saving goals created ahead of New Year resolutions
Saving is the main goal for Aussies making a financial resolution this year, according to new CBA research.
24 January 2022
Reserve Bank, CBA and industry partners complete wholesale CBDC research project
The jointly released report marks the successful conclusion of Project Atom.
8 December 2021
CBA takes minority stake in Gemini
Commonwealth Bank participates in Gemini’s latest funding round as the bank leverages its technology to offer crypto services via the CommBank app.
19 November 2021
x15 launches deal discovery app, Cheddar
Cheddar to use AI to personalise shopping offers for the $364 billion Australian retail sector.
16 November 2021
CBA to offer crypto services to customers
CBA announces strategic partnerships with global crypto leaders Gemini and Chainalysis.
3 November 2021
Financial outcomes improved with well-timed ‘digital nudges’
CBA’s behavioural economics team have shown ‘digital nudges’ at key times can help customers save money and repay credit card debt.
25 October 2021
A career in STEM can be for anyone
From communications to user experience design, x15ventures graduate Jaime Di Laudo discusses her career journey to date.
15 October 2021
How technologists and engineers are key to building the bank of the future
CBA’s tech leaders spoke to iTNews about how they’re structuring their teams to deliver the bank’s goal of digital-first, highly personalised produ...
15 October 2021
CBA introduces new artificial intelligence technology to detect abusive behaviour
A new industry-leading AI model will bolster the Bank’s defence against technology-facilitated abuse.
11 October 2021
Commonwealth Bank is migrating to the cloud at speed and scale
VMware awards recognises CBA with Digital Transformation Award honour.
6 October 2021
CommBank returns $10m in cashback to customers for their everyday shopping
Personalised cashback programs benefit both individuals and businesses, according to CBA.
27 September 2021
Govt recognises CBA’s digital features and data analytics as ‘innovative’
The government has singled out Commonwealth Bank’s data-driven and unique digital experience in a new report.
17 September 2021
Commonwealth Bank Executive Leadership Team update
As part of Commonwealth Bank’s ongoing focus on technology and operations, the bank has announced an update to its Executive Leadership Team.
14 September 2021
Xccelerate21 winners ready to make a splash
The Splashup co-founders look to shake up the ecommerce retail space with their AI-driven product helping shoppers and retail businesses alike.
9 September 2021
More than 1.5m claims commenced to uncover government benefits and rebates
The Benefits finder feature in the CommBank app has seen a sharp spike in claims, with the COVID-19 Disaster Payment quickly becoming one of its mo...
27 August 2021
x15ventures engineer appointed as latest Distinguished Engineer
The new appointment further integrates the venture-scaler entity with the Bank to help deliver global-best digital experiences for customers.
25 August 2021
GPs boost technology as pandemic increases digital demand
Latest CommBank GP Insights Report finds general practices (GPs) are increasing investing in technology to meet customer demand and support ongoing...
20 August 2021
Splashup announced as Xccelerate21 winner
Aussie ecommerce startup Splashup secures a $150,000 SAFE note from Commonwealth Bank’s x15ventures.
13 August 2021
CBA continues acceleration of its digital strategy
Over the last financial year, Commonwealth Bank has made significant headway along its ambitious path to deliver customers with global best digital...
11 August 2021
CBA and Klarna unite to support Australia’s retailers
Commonwealth Bank merchant customers offered Klarna business and marketing support through a new joint initiative.
10 August 2021
x15ventures reimagines it’s Xccelerate21 Community Day
Ten startup teams made it through to Xccelerate21’s Community Day; a day of networking, masterclasses and mentoring – all done virtually.
6 August 2021
Using Artificial Intelligence to deliver personalised customer experiences
The Australian Government has collaborated with Commonwealth Bank to test the national framework surrounding the use of Artificial Intelligence.
9 July 2021
Xccelerating the future of retail
CBA’s x15ventures and Stone & Chalk call for experienced entrepreneurs to apply for Xccelerate21 in line with this year’s theme of ‘Retail Reimagin...
1 July 2021
x15ventures and Stone & Chalk to find Australia's up-and-coming retail startups
Winners of the Xccelerate21 program will be offered a $150,000 investment from x15 through a standard SAFE.
22 June 2021
CBA launches bold new recruitment drive
In a bid to deliver global best digital experiences, Commonwealth Bank has set itself the aggressive recruitment target of appointing 50 new engine...
22 June 2021
CBA reimagines banking for the digital economy
Commonwealth Bank (CBA) today provided an update on its strategy and investments to reimagine products and services and build the best digital bank...
27 May 2021
CBA predicts digital wallets set to become the most popular contactless way to pay
When shopping in-store, Aussies to choose digital wallets as a preferred way to pay compared to tapping a card, according to latest figures from CBA.
19 May 2021
CBA transforms its ecommerce offering with BigCommerce partnership
From design to sales, CBA merchants now have access to a ‘one stop shop’ for their online business.
10 May 2021
Commonwealth Bank and data science leader Quantium launch CommBank iQ to help customers build Australia’s future economy
Commonwealth Bank announces a new joint venture with Quantium to deliver insights to Australian businesses, governments and investors.
10 May 2021
CBA strengthens digital healthcare capabilities with Whitecoat acquisition
CBA accelerates ambition to provide Australia’s best-in-class digital experience for healthcare customers.
4 May 2021
CBA and Telstra banking on the next generation of girls in tech
With only 16 per cent of Australian women with STEM qualifications , CBA and Telstra’s annual ‘Girls in Tech’ event aims to inspire female high sch...
4 May 2021
Aussie mums want a spa day for Mother’s Day, but are likely to receive flowers
New research from CommBank Rewards released today shows the top gift mums want this Mother’s Day is a spa day / package. However, when Australians ...
3 May 2021
CBA connects customers to half a billion dollars in unclaimed benefits
More than one million claims have now been started by customers using the ‘Benefits finder’ digital feature in the CommBank app and NetBank.
14 April 2021
CBA helps Sydneysiders get additional savings on trips that mix public and private transport
This is an expansion of the Opal digital card trial run by Transport NSW in partnership with Mastercard, CBA and EML Payments Limited.
7 April 2021
The future of financial services by 2030
Toby Norton-Smith, Managing Director, x15ventures provides his perspective on the new reality for financial services in KPMG's latest 30 Voices on ...
22 February 2021
Commonwealth Bank’s Technology Briefing: Recap
Yesterday, Commonwealth Bank hosted its latest Technology Briefing at its new tech hub at South Eveleigh in Sydney. CEO Matt Comyn was on hand to d...
29 January 2021
Pandemic sees drive towards digital banking
The current health pandemic has forced more Australians to conduct even more of their banking digitally, new data from Commonwealth Bank has reveal...
28 January 2021
CBA’s x15ventures marks one year with acquisition of Doshii
x15ventures performing well with strong growth of unique services.
28 January 2021
x15ventures continues its rapid growth trajectory, launches 5th business
One year after its launch, Commonwealth Bank’s venture scaling entity, x15ventues, continues to grow and strengthen its value proposition.
28 January 2021
x15ventures appoints fintech specialists as non-executive Chair and key advisor
Commonwealth Bank’s technology venture scaling entity, x15ventures, has today welcomed two industry stalwarts to its leadership team.
26 January 2021
CBA supports Australian-first PPP Green Loan
Green finance to help Australia’s transport sector in the transition to a low carbon economy.
16 December 2020
Six ways to protect yourself when Christmas shopping
CBA’s Group Chief Information Security Officer, Keith Howard, shares his top tips to staying safe when shopping online.
15 December 2020
Don’t get scammed in this brave new world
Online scams have become more commonplace than ever before. We detail the best ways to stay vigilant.
11 November 2020
What is a digital bank?
Synonymous with the world of mobile phones, cloud computing and contactless payments, digital banking has become the go-to label for a new breed of...
11 November 2020
School children as young as 10 learn how to be cyber savvy
Commonwealth Bank has partnered with the Australian Computing Academy (ACA) to help educate children as young as 10 years of age about cyber security.
27 October 2020
CBA ready for funding spike as SMEs look to future growth
With the second phase of the Federal Government’s SME Guarantee Scheme now underway, CBA is ready for credit demand to increase as businesses...
11 October 2020
Australia ranks 18th on ‘cheapest tech’ list
A firm Australian dollar underpinned by the high price of iron ore means Australia is no longer one of the cheapest countries in the world to buy a...
15 September 2020
x15 calls for start-ups to help young Australians get ahead
Applications are now open for x15ventures’ second Xccelerate pitch event, with the winning idea to receive $150,000 in funding from CBA, as well as...
31 August 2020
Small businesses get funds in minutes with BizExpress Online
Thousands of CBA’s small business customers* can now apply for, and access, new loans in as little as 20 minutes, with BizExpress Online.
27 August 2020
CBA recognises tomorrow’s cyber security talent
CommBank has hosted its first ever Virtual CommBank Cyber Prize ceremony, recognising talented students from across five different Australian unive...
26 August 2020
Commonwealth Bank retains digital leader position
Digital banking is now more commonplace than ever before, with new data showing $1.2 billion is transacted through the CommBank App every single day.
12 August 2020
CBA teams up with strategic partners to offer new digital services to customers
Commonwealth Bank today announced the appointment of two strategic partners to help deliver new digital banking services to the Group’s 15 million ...
28 July 2020
X15 Ventures launches Backr to help first-time businesses
New app provides businesses with everything they need to hit the ground running.
28 July 2020
CommBank overall digital experience leader for mobile banking for the fourth consecutive year
Independent research firm finds CommBank takes the lead, delivering impressive digital experiences and excelling at UX and functionality.
24 July 2020
Start-up givvable gets backing from CBA and Microsoft
A start-up led by a team of two sisters has been named winner of the inaugural Xccelerate2020 venture program hosted by X15 Ventures, taking home a...
24 July 2020
Benefits Finder saves customers over $153 million in unclaimed benefits
CommBank app feature saves customers more than $69 million in utility bills and over $84 million in additional income last financial year, and help...
13 July 2020
CBA launches venture building entity X15
Commonwealth Bank has today launched X15 Ventures, an Australian technology venture building entity, designed to deliver new digital solutions to b...
3 February 2020
