By: PYMNTS Published: October 2, 2026 Main Facts In a high-profile industry move that underscores the deepening intersection of artificial intelligence and geopolitical defense, OpenAI has hired Thomas Lind, the former top artificial intelligence policy official at the White House’s Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD). According to reports confirmed by the head of…
By Gabrielle Saulsbery | Banking Dive Published September 29, 2026 In a sudden leadership transition that has sent ripples through the upper echelons of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC) Americas, the firm announced on Monday that Chief Operations Officer Greg Keeley is no longer with the organization. The departure, effective immediately, marks the end of…
In a major leadership transition signaling the next phase of its post-scandal recovery, Wells Fargo announced on Wednesday that current Chief Operating Officer (COO) Scott Powell will transition into the role of Chief Risk Officer (CRO). Powell is set to succeed Derek Flowers, a nearly 30-year veteran of the San Francisco-based banking giant, who will…
In a significant leadership transition for the world’s financial landscape, HSBC Holdings announced on Thursday that Group Chief Financial Officer Pam Kaur will step down from her role next year. The move marks a pivotal moment for the $3.4 trillion-asset lender, which has been aggressively reshaping its global operations under CEO Georges Elhedery. While Kaur…
In a significant escalation of political pressure on Wall Street, two prominent Democratic lawmakers have formally challenged Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon regarding the bank’s decision to retain outgoing Chief Legal Officer (CLO) Kathryn Ruemmler in an advisory capacity. The inquiry, led by Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), follows a series…
