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News, product updates and practical money tips from the team at ISB.

Introducing ISB Virtual Cards 2.0

Product updateMarch 12, 2026, by ISB Team

Virtual cards now support per-card spending limits, instant freeze and unfreeze, and a clearer activity feed. Create a card for a single subscription, set a monthly cap, and pause it whenever you like from your dashboard.

Five habits that make saving automatic

Saving tipsFebruary 28, 2026, by Personal Banking

Pay yourself first by moving a fixed amount on payday, round up everyday purchases, and name your goals so the money has a job. Small, repeated transfers add up faster than occasional large ones.

Bill payments, now with scheduled reminders

Product updateFebruary 15, 2026, by Product Team

You can now save billers, schedule recurring payments, and get a reminder before each due date. Fewer late fees, fewer last-minute logins.

How to build an emergency fund from scratch

Saving tipsJanuary 30, 2026, by Personal Banking

Start with a target of one month of essential expenses, then work toward three. Keep it in a separate account so it stays out of sight and out of your daily spending.

Understanding your loan options

GuidesJanuary 15, 2026, by Lending Team

Compare fixed and variable rates, learn how repayment terms change the total cost, and see what we look at when we review an application. Our loan calculator shows the monthly impact before you apply.

Staying safe online: a short checklist

SecurityDecember 20, 2025, by Customer Care

Use a unique passphrase for your bank login, keep your devices up to date, and treat unexpected requests for your details with suspicion. ISB will never ask you for your password by phone or email.

Update your profile picture and personal details

Product updateDecember 5, 2025, by Engineering Team

Your profile page now lets you upload a photo, change contact details, and review your account information in one place. Changes take effect straight away.

Meet the merchant portal

CompanyNovember 18, 2025, by Product Team

Businesses can now accept payments from ISB customers through the merchant portal, with settlement reports and a simple sandbox for developers. Get started from the link in the main menu.

Our API documentation is open for everyone

DevelopersNovember 1, 2025, by API Team

We have published a full reference for the ISB API, with request examples for accounts, transfers and cards. Developers can explore it from the footer of our website.

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