As a member and past chair of the board of directors of the $43 million ALPS Federal Credit Union in Sitka, Alaska, I would like to share with your readers an Alaskan story.
Crime syndicates are expanding their efforts well beyond big banks and online merchants as they phish for cyber victims, according to a major antifraud collaboration.
Most online bankers re-use their log in credentials on other Web sites, opening themselves up to particularly vulnerable avenues of cyber attack.
What are we paying for with CUNA dues? One thing is influence in Congress by giving money to credit union supporters to help in their election and re-election campaigns.
NAFCU has selected four credit union executives for the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network to consider for the vacant seats on the committee that advises the agency on Bank Secrecy Act matters.
The NCUA is working on making changes to the process by which it undertakes mergers and purchase and assumptions but will continue to not allow all potential partners review proposals.
To help financial institutions break down the barrier to Gen Y, two companies have conducted studies and research on the wants and needs of this heavily sought after generation.
Fiserv recently announced a new online banking product that integrates online banking with personal financial management tools.
Sunmark Federal Credit Union has taken a layered personal approach to reaching out to Gen Y.
Eastern Corporate Federal Credit Union is now offering credit unions remote deposit capture for the Google Android platform.

From Elan Credit Card
Rising fraud, digital demand, and regulatory pressure are reshaping credit card programs. Discover what it takes to maintain a competitive card program and why many credit unions are reconsidering in-house issuing.
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From CPI
Offering premium metal cards can seem complex and costly. This playbook demystifies the process, showing institutions of all sizes how to launch a scalable, high-impact metal card program to drive loyalty and enhance brand perception.
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From FICO
With 1.4 billion adults lacking credit records, alternative data is key to market expansion. This guide shows how to assess and combine this data with traditional sources to improve credit risk analytics and create lower-friction processes.
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From CUCollaborate
In a consolidating industry, strategic growth is essential. This guide reframes Field of Membership from a regulatory hurdle into a competitive advantage, providing a tactical playbook for sustainable expansion.
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From FICO
Go beyond traditional credit data. The UltraFICO� Score unifies cash flow insights with proven FICO� methodology, giving you a deeper view of borrower creditworthiness to safely approve more qualified applicants.
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From Alogent
With new CFPB deadlines for Section 1071 approaching, credit unions must streamline data collection. This guide details how Alogent?s automation solutions can help you ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency.
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From Alogent
Beehive Federal Credit Union transformed its commercial lending operations by replacing a manual, error-prone system with AccuAccount. Discover how they achieved greater efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in this detailed case study.
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From Alogent
Fraudsters are increasingly targeting the teller line. How can institutions strengthen in-branch security without creating delays for members? This case study shows how one credit union solved this challenge without a complete system overhaul.
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From Alogent
Credit unions struggle with disconnected systems and manual processes. This eBook provides department-specific use cases for an ECM platform that streamlines workflows, boosts compliance, and enhances efficiency across your entire organization.
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From Alogent
Credit unions face mounting pressure to manage information while meeting strict compliance demands. This eBook explores how modern Enterprise Content Management (ECM) technology helps credit unions mitigate risk and enhance efficiency.
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From Alogent
Move beyond legacy imaging and manual workflows. This eBook provides a maturity framework to help credit unions assess their current ECM strategy, identify gaps, and create a roadmap for digital transformation and efficiency.
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From Alogent
Efficiently manage documents and automate processes with Alogent's FASTdocs. This eBook provides actionable best practices to centralize content, enhance security, and deliver fast, secure access to information across your credit union.
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From Alogent
Is your credit union's commercial lending process slowed by manual tasks and paperwork? This guide introduces a digital solution to automate workflows, speed up loan decisions, and improve the member experience. Learn how to transform your operations.
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From CUCollaborate
Considering a strategic merger but don't know where to start, this checklist provides you with a starting point for what is involved in each process of the merger evaluation. This checklist ensures your decision is data-driven and prioritizes member benefit. Learn the five phases of a successful merger, from strategy to integration, and fulfill your fiduciary duty to your members.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Digital engagement now determines which credit cards consumers choose, use, and keep. This new report from PYMNTS and Elan Credit Card reveals why the mobile app is becoming as important as the card itself.
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From Bankjoy
Many credit unions struggle to engage indirect members. This case study shows how CommunityWide FCU transformed its app into a financial hub, boosting member retention by up to 25% with integrated financial wellness tools.
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From Bankjoy
Discover how T-Fed credit union reduced their time spent on fraud investigations by 85%, while identifying over $55,000 in attempted fraudulent transactions in 6 months using a real-time multi-layered fraud prevention solution.
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From Bankjoy
For community FIs, selecting a digital banking platform based on price can lead to hidden costs like member attrition and security risks. This report reveals the true cost of 'budget' solutions and offers a framework for smarter investment. For community FIs, selecting a digital banking platform based on price can lead to hidden costs like member attrition and security risks. This report reveals the true cost of 'budget' solutions and offers a framework for smarter investment.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
When Ellafi FCU rebranded to serve women+, they needed a tool to deliver on their promise of financial empowerment. Discover how Bankjoy's JoyCompass led to a remarkable 18% member adoption in 24 hours and transformed their member experience.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
Megabanks seem to dominate digital, but credit unions have a hidden advantage. This whitepaper reveals 3 pillars to deliver a superior digital experience that attracts and retains members, especially younger generations.
Download Resource
From CUCollaborate
Credit union mergers are no longer a last resort, but a central strategic tool. This report analyzes recent data to reveal the key shifts in merger rationale, partner size, and regulatory scrutiny every CU board must understand to stay ahead.
Download Resource
From CUCollaborate
Credit union mergers have evolved from rescues to strategic imperatives. This playbook provides a framework for boards to navigate complex merger decisions, uphold their fiduciary duty, and ensure any combination truly benefits the members.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Scale modern merchant services without adding internal infrastructure. Learn how a relationship?driven merchant model can help your financial institution enhance revenue and loyalty with small businesses.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Did you know that nearly three-quarters of all banking interactions now happen through digital channels? A well-designed mobile banking app is no longer optional -- it?s essential.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Nearly one-third of consumers don?t know their credit score or how to improve it. With financial planning tools, educational resources, and one-on-one support, credit unions deepen their impact with members while helping them meet their broader financial goals.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Virtual cards are the next phase of digital payments with 42% of consumers using one within the past 6 months. Learn more about the growing payment method in this new report.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Rising fraud, digital demand, and regulatory pressure are reshaping credit card programs. Discover what it takes to maintain a competitive card program and why many credit unions are reconsidering in-house issuing.
Download Resource
From CPI
Offering premium metal cards can seem complex and costly. This playbook demystifies the process, showing institutions of all sizes how to launch a scalable, high-impact metal card program to drive loyalty and enhance brand perception.
Download Resource
From FICO
With 1.4 billion adults lacking credit records, alternative data is key to market expansion. This guide shows how to assess and combine this data with traditional sources to improve credit risk analytics and create lower-friction processes.
Download Resource
From CUCollaborate
In a consolidating industry, strategic growth is essential. This guide reframes Field of Membership from a regulatory hurdle into a competitive advantage, providing a tactical playbook for sustainable expansion.
Download Resource
From FICO
Go beyond traditional credit data. The UltraFICO� Score unifies cash flow insights with proven FICO� methodology, giving you a deeper view of borrower creditworthiness to safely approve more qualified applicants.
Download Resource
From Alogent
With new CFPB deadlines for Section 1071 approaching, credit unions must streamline data collection. This guide details how Alogent?s automation solutions can help you ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Beehive Federal Credit Union transformed its commercial lending operations by replacing a manual, error-prone system with AccuAccount. Discover how they achieved greater efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in this detailed case study.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Fraudsters are increasingly targeting the teller line. How can institutions strengthen in-branch security without creating delays for members? This case study shows how one credit union solved this challenge without a complete system overhaul.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Credit unions struggle with disconnected systems and manual processes. This eBook provides department-specific use cases for an ECM platform that streamlines workflows, boosts compliance, and enhances efficiency across your entire organization.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Credit unions face mounting pressure to manage information while meeting strict compliance demands. This eBook explores how modern Enterprise Content Management (ECM) technology helps credit unions mitigate risk and enhance efficiency.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Move beyond legacy imaging and manual workflows. This eBook provides a maturity framework to help credit unions assess their current ECM strategy, identify gaps, and create a roadmap for digital transformation and efficiency.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Efficiently manage documents and automate processes with Alogent's FASTdocs. This eBook provides actionable best practices to centralize content, enhance security, and deliver fast, secure access to information across your credit union.
Download Resource
From Alogent
Is your credit union's commercial lending process slowed by manual tasks and paperwork? This guide introduces a digital solution to automate workflows, speed up loan decisions, and improve the member experience. Learn how to transform your operations.
Download Resource
From CUCollaborate
Considering a strategic merger but don't know where to start, this checklist provides you with a starting point for what is involved in each process of the merger evaluation. This checklist ensures your decision is data-driven and prioritizes member benefit. Learn the five phases of a successful merger, from strategy to integration, and fulfill your fiduciary duty to your members.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Digital engagement now determines which credit cards consumers choose, use, and keep. This new report from PYMNTS and Elan Credit Card reveals why the mobile app is becoming as important as the card itself.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
Many credit unions struggle to engage indirect members. This case study shows how CommunityWide FCU transformed its app into a financial hub, boosting member retention by up to 25% with integrated financial wellness tools.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
Discover how T-Fed credit union reduced their time spent on fraud investigations by 85%, while identifying over $55,000 in attempted fraudulent transactions in 6 months using a real-time multi-layered fraud prevention solution.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
For community FIs, selecting a digital banking platform based on price can lead to hidden costs like member attrition and security risks. This report reveals the true cost of 'budget' solutions and offers a framework for smarter investment. For community FIs, selecting a digital banking platform based on price can lead to hidden costs like member attrition and security risks. This report reveals the true cost of 'budget' solutions and offers a framework for smarter investment.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
When Ellafi FCU rebranded to serve women+, they needed a tool to deliver on their promise of financial empowerment. Discover how Bankjoy's JoyCompass led to a remarkable 18% member adoption in 24 hours and transformed their member experience.
Download Resource
From Bankjoy
Megabanks seem to dominate digital, but credit unions have a hidden advantage. This whitepaper reveals 3 pillars to deliver a superior digital experience that attracts and retains members, especially younger generations.
Download Resource
From CUCollaborate
Credit union mergers are no longer a last resort, but a central strategic tool. This report analyzes recent data to reveal the key shifts in merger rationale, partner size, and regulatory scrutiny every CU board must understand to stay ahead.
Download Resource
From CUCollaborate
Credit union mergers have evolved from rescues to strategic imperatives. This playbook provides a framework for boards to navigate complex merger decisions, uphold their fiduciary duty, and ensure any combination truly benefits the members.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Scale modern merchant services without adding internal infrastructure. Learn how a relationship?driven merchant model can help your financial institution enhance revenue and loyalty with small businesses.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Did you know that nearly three-quarters of all banking interactions now happen through digital channels? A well-designed mobile banking app is no longer optional -- it?s essential.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Nearly one-third of consumers don?t know their credit score or how to improve it. With financial planning tools, educational resources, and one-on-one support, credit unions deepen their impact with members while helping them meet their broader financial goals.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Virtual cards are the next phase of digital payments with 42% of consumers using one within the past 6 months. Learn more about the growing payment method in this new report.
Download Resource
From Elan Credit Card
Rising fraud, digital demand, and regulatory pressure are reshaping credit card programs. Discover what it takes to maintain a competitive card program and why many credit unions are reconsidering in-house issuing.
Download Resource