Orange, the French telecoms group, has launched a fully mobile-only banking service. Orange Bank gives customers access to free banking services via a smartphone app, with products including a current account with overdraft facility, bank card and a free insurance package. A virtual adviser is available to guide users on the platform, and the company has also invested in 890 stores across France where trained customer service staff can help resolve issues. It was launched after Groupama acquired a 100% stake in insurance and banking company Groupama .
Orange, the French telecoms group, has launched a fully mobile-only banking service. Orange Bank gives customers access to free banking services via a smartphone app, with products including a current account with overdraft facility, bank card and a free insurance package. A virtual adviser is available to guide users on the platform, and the company has also invested in 140 stores across France where trained customer service staff can help resolve issues. It was launched after Orange acquired a 65% stake in insurance and banking company Groupama.