Nussle announces forums for CEOs on proposed merger
CUNA President and CEO Jim Nussle Wednesday announced a series of virtual forums for NAFCU and CUNA member CEOs to learn more about the associations’ proposed transformation to America’s Credit…
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NCUA consumer compliance webinar set for Sept. 27
Credit unions can get valuable information on a range of consumer compliance and fair lending topics during an upcoming webinar hosted by NCUA on Wednesday, September 27, at 2 p.m.…
Alt text: What is it and what is it good for?
Have you ever navigated to a website where in place of a picture there is a broken image icon accompanied by a description? This description is known as alternative text…
Credit union guide to honoring veterans: Examples, charities, & facts
Due to their strong focus on local communities and their commitment to serving their members, credit unions have long been recognized for their exceptional patriotism compared to other institutions. This…
Win deposits and improve your efficiency ratio with an omnichannel digital account opening solution
Deposits are the lifeline for any financial institution, and now more than ever, deposits are critical. In this competitive rate environment, financial institutions need to shift their strategy to attract…
The strategy behind Amazon Pay’s Buy Now, Pay Later push
Amazon Pay is doubling down on offering buy now, pay later to other retailers who use its payments service on their own sites. It has rolled out two different BNPL…
CUNA, Winnow agreement provides powerful automated regulatory compliance
CUNA andWinnow Solutions, LLCannounced a relationship to make subscriptions to Winnow's comprehensive state regulatory product available to CUNA members at a preferred rate. "We are excited about this relationship with…
You need to do credit union strategic planning
Credit union strategic planning season is upon us, and now is the time to step back from all the noise, review the terrain and hear from your stakeholders about what’s…
Supplemental health insurance benefits
Supplemental health insurance can protect your financial security. In 2021, health spending in the U.S. increased by 2.7 percent. Americans as a whole paid $4.3 trillion on health expenses, and…
Credit decisions need to be more inclusive — advanced data analytics can help
If you’re a marathon runner, you’re constantly exploring ways to conserve your resources, increase your speed and maximize your results ahead of the next race. The same principles can be…
Do credit union names matter?
“What’s in a name? That which we call a rose, by any other word would smell as sweet.” Juliet compares Romeo to a rose saying that if he were not…
Banking on video: Turning heads in the attention economy
Capturing your customers' attention with video and by leveraging artificial intelligence. Allied's own Charlie Peterson, Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives, joins the pod to discuss how Financial Institutions can…
Senate Republicans call for delay of CFPB’s 1071 rule
Eight Republican senatorswrote to the CFPBFriday urging the bureau for a “nationwide stay of the effective date of its Section 1071 rule” after a U.S. District Court in Texasprovided relief…
In a digital age, smaller financial institutions must offer… lollipops?
Recent bank failures have cast an unfair light on smaller financial institutions. The shuttering of Silicon Valley Bank, Silvergate Bank, and Signature Bank in March 2023 left many account holders…
3 things to watch when it comes to your credit union website’s cybersecurity
As a credit union leader, you value your members’ privacy and security. With nearly 78% of the population preferring to bank online vs. a brick-and-mortar branch, having a website that…
Top industry news to know during credit union strategic planning
Between strategic planning, budgeting and accomplishing yearly projects…you might not have time to read the news. Still, industry news is vitally important. It contributes to your professional growth. It provides…
Life insurance or an annuity – what’s right for me?
Saving money for just-in-case and when-your-time’s-up scenarios is smart. Life insurance and annuity products will help you and your loved ones with each. Here’s the lowdown on what you need…
Forbearance and your credit
If you’re struggling to keep up with your bills and loans, you have options. Depending on your loan, your lender may have a financial hardship plan available to make your…
ChatGPT in banking: Balancing its promise and its risks
The banking industry is in the very early days of exploring how generative AI models like ChatGPT can be applied to transform financial services. Many institutions are beginning to run…
August jobs report shows ‘continued cooling,’ supports pause on rates
New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed 187,000 jobs were added in August, while gains in July and June were revised down 30,000 and 80,000, respectively. NAFCU Chief…
IRS tax changes might be driving increased cash and ATM usage
A recent IRS policy change has sent shockwaves through the gig economy and person-to-person payment platforms. As of 2023, apps like Venmo, Cash App, Zelle, and PayPal must issue 1099-K…
The value proposition of America’s Credit Unions
We have an historic opportunity to reshape the future of credit union advocacy and representation as you consider voting in favor of the proposed merger of CUNA and NAFCU. For…
WFCU’s new perspective on the credit union movement
In an ever-evolving financial system, credit unions have long stood as beacons of accessibility and opportunity. And yet, across the world, 1.4 billion people wake up every day without access…
A special moment in credit union history
Voting is officially underway for the proposed merger of CUNA and NAFCU into America’s Credit Unions, and we encourage members of both organizations to cast your ballot before Nov. 1…