Kategorien: Alle - accessibility - fraud - infrastructure - convenience

von Lorenzo Covre Vor 1 Monat

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Banking

Modern banking has evolved significantly with the advent of internet banking, which allows users to perform various transactions remotely, reducing the need for physical visits to bank branches.

Banking

Banking

Internet Banking

Telephone banking or postal transactions for some services
In person visits to bank branches
Can be difficult for users without reliable internet
Cybersecurity concerns
Reduces the need for physical visits to banks
Ability to perform many banking activities remotely
24/7 access to account information

Cheques

Cheques have been in use for decades, so similar process
Paper-based, so environmentally less friendly
Risk of bounced cheques if funds are insufficient
Processing can take days
Accepted by many vendors
Provides a record of transaction
Safe for larger payments

Credit/Debit cards & contactless payments

Traveler's cheques for larger purchases
Charge accounts or layway plans with retailers
Cash payments
Merchant fees can be high
Susceptible to fraud
Risk of over spending
Reduces the need to carry cash
Contactless is fast and hygenic
Convenient for everyday purchases

Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)

Manual bank processing, often requiring several days
Cash or cheque payments
Requires technical infrastructure
Possible transfer delays
Risk of cyber attacks
Reduces processing time for payments
No need for physical cash
Fast and secure transactions

Automated Teller Machines (ATM)

Access 50 years ago
Withdrawal through cheques or bank drafts
Teller at a bank branch during working hours
Disadvantages
Limited to certain types of transactions
Service fees may apply
Vulnerable to fraud
Advantages
Reduces the need for in-bank transactions
Provides quick cash withdrawal
Accessible 24/7