If you’ve ever taken out a loan, signed up for a credit card, or considered financing a car, you’ve probably come across the term Annual Percentage Rate (APR). At its core, APR is a way to understand the cost of borrowing money or the return on an investment in terms everyone can easily compare. Key … Read more
No, 3D Secure and Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) are related because they serve as security layer in the financial and banking sector, but not the same. Key Differences Between 3D Secure and General 2FA Here’s how they differ: Purpose 3D Secure: A specific protocol designed to secure online card transactions by authenticating the cardholder. It’s used … Read more
The digital revolution in banking has reshaped how customers interact with financial institutions, but it has also introduced new risks, particularly in online transactions. One of the key tools to combat these risks is 3D Secure, a protocol designed to enhance the security of online card payments. Let’s break it down. What is 3D Secure? … Read more
Imagine you leave your home and lock the door. You will also go ahead by adding an extra layer of security by putting a padlock on top of the door lock or setup a sensitive alarm, which will alert the community whenever a stranger wants to forcibly gain entry. That’s what Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) does for … Read more
Every licenced financial institution makes an effort to know who their customers are. This process is called customer identity verification. That’s why your bank will, as a banking culture, take you through the Know Your Customer or KYC process. In doing this, you will be asked to prove your identity, to prove that you are what … Read more
When you walk into a bank to open an account, one of the first things they will ask you to do is something called “KYC.” This might sound complicated, but it’s just a way for the bank to get to know you better. What is KYC? KYC or Know Your Customer is a basic check … Read more
Interest income is the money you earn from keeping your savings or investments in a bank or financial institution over a certain period. It’s like getting paid for allowing the bank to use your money for a while. How interest income works Imagine you have ₦100,000 in a savings account. The bank agrees to pay … Read more
A joint account is a bank account that is shared by two or more people, and everyone who is part of the account can access the money. This means they can deposit (add money), withdraw (take money out), or transfer funds whenever they need to. Example: Let’s say you and your spouse open a joint … Read more
An instant transfer is a quick and easy way to send money between people or businesses, where the money moves almost immediately. Unlike regular bank transfers that can take a couple of days to go through, an instant transfer happens within seconds. Example: Imagine you want to send money to a friend who just paid … Read more
“Insufficient funds” is a message you see on an ATM or in your online banking app when you don’t have enough money in your account to make a payment or withdraw cash. Example: Let’s say you want to buy groceries that cost ₦5,000, but you only have ₦3,000 in your account. If you try to … Read more