The world of banking and financial services is in the midst of dramatic change, moving away from traditional "brick and mortar" branches and focusing on new delivery channels, to improve customer service and give 24-hours-a-day access to information and transactions. What are the threats and the opportunities of electronic banking? What new pricing strategies should banks develop? How to secure electronic financial transactions? What effects will online banking have on the financial world? How to market the new electronic services? Read the expert opinions from bankers, trendwatchers and financial consultants. Explore the new banking solutions through white papers and reports. This HOTT Guide reveals all the ins and outs of this new online phenomenon.

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