Banking timeline By BrandonCallahan2 Jan 1, 1791 The first bank was established in the United States Jul 23, 1794 The first mint in the United States opened in Philadelphia. Jan 1, 1880 Bank Act Sep 7, 1884 New York opens bank of New York Dec 15, 1958 Bank of America issues the first credit card. Sep 9, 1969 The first successful ATM installed in the USA. Jan 1, 1970 The Panic of 1907 May 6, 1970 Money can now be transferred electronically across computer terminals. Jun 5, 1987 Debit cards are introduced. Jul 7, 1990 Ability to electronically pay your bills online. Jan 1, 1994 Efficiency Act Sep 21, 2000 Contactless payment cards or "fobs" are developed. Jul 8, 2010 The Card Act passed which provided consumers with a choice regarding overdraft protection. Jul 7, 2014 Able to carry your credit cards electronically on your cell phone