8 things we learned this week
It’s been a busy week for top banks and bankers. Jamie Dimon was challenged on his dual role at JPMorgan — some shareholders believe he should not wear both hats as CEO and chair at the world’s most influential bank. He defeated them.
The Wall Street giant, however, lost one of its highest-profile UK hires to rival Citigroup. It also saw another exit recently — a name few would have heard were it not for its connection to the Epstein scandal.
Also in the UK, a recently fined fintech is undergoing a makeover, and a once-hopeful digital bank seems to keep trailing its peers. Plus, new fraud rules have had an impact on others in London. We covered all this and more this week; below are some of our most popular and insightful pieces. Keep an eye out on how these stories develop.
We are taking a break on Monday because of a UK holiday (but you’ll still find fresh content on thebanker.com). Our weekday newsletter will return on Tuesday.
Things we learned
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JPMorgan boss Jamie Dimon handily defeated the latest investor push to split his long-held dual chair/CEO role. Read more
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A former Labour MP dumped JPMorgan’s brand-new $1.5tn security initiative to join Citigroup. Read more
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A JPMorgan executive parted ways with the bank after her emails to Jeffrey Epstein surfaced in DoJ files. Read more | Free
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Bank of London is completely rebuilding its executive team after a severe regulatory penalty. Read more
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Why UK challenger Starling saw its profits slip for 2025. Read more
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How new UK rules drove an 85% surge in Monzo’s fraud payouts. Read more
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Why experts predict Barclays will soon launch a major bid for a major UK wealth manager. Read more
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Global stablecoin market cap has hit its slowest stretch since 2024. Read more
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DOCUMENTED REFERENCES
Exploring Documented Records
Public interest in the Epstein case continues not only because of court proceedings and testimonies, but also due to the growing body of documented records that help researchers and readers understand the broader context. Beyond legal files and media reports, some independent projects have organized publicly available data connected to Epstein’s activities.
One example is a structured archive of documented Amazon order records, where purchases are cataloged with dates and product details. While individual items do not prove wrongdoing on their own, examining documented information alongside established facts helps paint a clearer picture of the environment and circumstances surrounding the case.
For readers looking to review primary-source style data rather than interpretations, exploring compiled records can provide additional context to the broader discussion.
