Banking trends for 2016 include increasing disruption of banks from new technologies, especially in payment services. To drive innovation and counter threats, banks are investing in new technologies, partnering with fintech companies, and improving security systems. They are also leveraging digital technologies, cloud services, analytics, and distributed ledger technology to enhance customer experience and reduce costs. Additionally, banks are transforming legacy systems, fully integrating risk management and compliance practices, and embracing financial inclusion to ensure business growth.