WASHINGTON - Credit unions overall should feel more secure than they have in years about their overall situation, according to Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.) ranking Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee. However, they are not immune to the economy's overall situation and should be wary of the Bush Administration's...
WASHINGTON - An easing or restructuring of credit unions' capital requirements is the biggest regulatory hurdle facing credit unions, according to William Jackson III, economics professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Jackson has authored a study, The Future of Credit Unions: Public Policy Issues, for the...
RALEIGH, N.C. - It was standing room only for a payday lending breakout session at CUNA's GAC, portending what could be a more aggressive stance by credit unions to take on payday lenders. Twenty-five thousand members of the $9 billion State Employees' Credit Union use a payday loan-like product monthly,...
ARLINGTON, Va. - At least one credit union, according to a media report, had card accounts compromised in a recent computer hacker attack on a merchant's card processor. According to an account in a Florida paper, a credit union in Brevard County had a "small list" of its card accounts...
ONTARIO, Calif. - The CO-OP Network has landed the biggest fish in the pond. With the signing of the $17 billion Navy FCU, five of the six largest credit unions that serve U.S. military personnel, as well as 28 of the top 50 credit unions are now members of CO-OP...
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - Whether supporters or opponents, both sides of the controversy over Concord EFS' offer to purchase the Credit Union 24 Network have had to admit one thing: the recent cash offers of tens of millions of dollars, both from Concord and other companies, for the CU24...
ARLINGTON, Va. - At a time when Concord has signed a letter of intent to purchase Florida-based Credit Union 24 for roughly $30 million, Wall Street analysts have raised questions about the ability of Concord's STAR subsidiary to keep some of its major financial institutions as EFT clients. "In our...
ARLINGTON, Va. - As credit unions have added increasing numbers of ATMs, and as point of sale transactions have become steadily more popular with cardholders, credit unions have found keeping up with their ATM processes steadily more complicated and expensive. Now three very different types of organizations have announced the...
ARLINGTON, Va. - Credit unions that have used, or could use, help from the Treasury Department's Community Development Financial Institutions fund have found this year's fund announcement rough going. In the near term, the Department announced that it has changed the rules and shortened the deadline for applying for this...
DECATUR, Ala. - The $181 million Family Security Credit Union said it will appeal a recent court award of $1 million to a former employee who claimed that previous credit union employees defamed her. "Family Security dismissed a former employee who took exception to her dismissal," said Thomas Light, CEO...
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Alkami
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This comprehensive market study dives deep into the contrasting views between financial institutions and account holders, offering critical insights that can drive your credit union's strategic decisions.
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CPI
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Discover how to build a strong, efficient card program that aligns with your credit union’s goals, meets members’ needs, and opens the door to new opportunities.
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Alkami
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The 2025 Digital Sales & Service Maturity Model update reveals how FIs are evolving. Discover why credit unions that prioritize digital maturity will be best positioned to capitalize on revenue growth opportunities.
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Discover how cloud-based video surveillance and AI are redefining operations, offering more than security by improving fraud detection, member experience, and operational resilience.
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Elan Credit Card
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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.
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State National
From State National
What credit unions should know about protecting their portfolios.
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State National
From State National
If economic shifts are making your organization question its level of portfolio protection, this quick summary will help you compare blanket and self-insurance vs. Collateral Protection Insurance (CPI) to ensure you choose the right program for your credit union.
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Genetec
From Genetec
Choosing a physical security solution can be complicated. Check out our checklist of things to consider.
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Genetec
From Genetec
Is your credit union still relying on outdated physical security systems that limit scalability and create siloes in your operations? Download this white paper to explore a clear path to a more resilient and agile security framework that enhances safety, streamlines operations, and ensures compliance.
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Elan Credit Card
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.
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Alkami
From Alkami
What’s going on in digital banking? This sixth edition report explores KPIs and metrics to gauge your credit union’s progress, effectiveness, and efficiency in digital banking services.
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Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Social media scams, phishing, and telephone-oriented attack delivery are a few of the increasingly sophisticated attack methods by cybercriminals. Learn more about these evolving techniques and how to protect your members.
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Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Unlock insights into the spending habits and motivations of new cardholders! Explore why so many chose general-purpose credit cards and what this trend means for industry leaders.
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Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Struggling to keep your credit card program profitable? Discover why many leaders are turning to the agent issuing model.
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Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Does the value outweigh the risk? Review three key considerations when evaluating whether to invest in growing an internal credit card program or explore an outsourced solution.
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Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
As quickly as technology advances, so do the expectations of your members. Learn what digital capabilities and solutions are trending, how much credit unions are investing, and what’s next in payments innovation.
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Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Consumers with general-use credit cards average 37% higher monthly spend than those with co-branded cards. Learn more preferences, habits, and trends in this new report from Elan Credit Card and PYMNTS Intelligence.
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Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Struggling to find the balance between an appealing credit card rewards program and the cost of managing it? These consumer trends and industry perspectives will help guide your credit union to building a viable program in 2025.
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Alkami
From Alkami
The future of banking demands more than innovation--it requires actionable strategies. This 2025 playbook outlines 3 key strategies your credit union must adopt to thrive.
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Alkami
From Alkami
Packed with data, insights and actionable strategies, this report outlines how your credit union can accelerate digital transformation initiatives in business banking to maintain market share in the increasingly competitive sector.
Download ResourceAlkami
From Alkami
This comprehensive market study dives deep into the contrasting views between financial institutions and account holders, offering critical insights that can drive your credit union's strategic decisions.
Download ResourceCPI
From CPI
Discover how to build a strong, efficient card program that aligns with your credit union’s goals, meets members’ needs, and opens the door to new opportunities.
Download ResourceAlkami
From Alkami
The 2025 Digital Sales & Service Maturity Model update reveals how FIs are evolving. Discover why credit unions that prioritize digital maturity will be best positioned to capitalize on revenue growth opportunities.
Download ResourceEagle Eye Networks
From Eagle Eye Networks
Discover how cloud-based video surveillance and AI are redefining operations, offering more than security by improving fraud detection, member experience, and operational resilience.
Download ResourceElan Credit Card
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 ResourceState National
From State National
What credit unions should know about protecting their portfolios.
Download ResourceState National
From State National
If economic shifts are making your organization question its level of portfolio protection, this quick summary will help you compare blanket and self-insurance vs. Collateral Protection Insurance (CPI) to ensure you choose the right program for your credit union.
Download ResourceGenetec
From Genetec
Choosing a physical security solution can be complicated. Check out our checklist of things to consider.
Download ResourceGenetec
From Genetec
Is your credit union still relying on outdated physical security systems that limit scalability and create siloes in your operations? Download this white paper to explore a clear path to a more resilient and agile security framework that enhances safety, streamlines operations, and ensures compliance.
Download ResourceElan Credit Card
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 ResourceAlkami
From Alkami
What’s going on in digital banking? This sixth edition report explores KPIs and metrics to gauge your credit union’s progress, effectiveness, and efficiency in digital banking services.
Download ResourceElan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Social media scams, phishing, and telephone-oriented attack delivery are a few of the increasingly sophisticated attack methods by cybercriminals. Learn more about these evolving techniques and how to protect your members.
Download ResourceElan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Unlock insights into the spending habits and motivations of new cardholders! Explore why so many chose general-purpose credit cards and what this trend means for industry leaders.
Download ResourceElan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Struggling to keep your credit card program profitable? Discover why many leaders are turning to the agent issuing model.
Download ResourceElan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Does the value outweigh the risk? Review three key considerations when evaluating whether to invest in growing an internal credit card program or explore an outsourced solution.
Download ResourceElan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
As quickly as technology advances, so do the expectations of your members. Learn what digital capabilities and solutions are trending, how much credit unions are investing, and what’s next in payments innovation.
Download ResourceElan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Consumers with general-use credit cards average 37% higher monthly spend than those with co-branded cards. Learn more preferences, habits, and trends in this new report from Elan Credit Card and PYMNTS Intelligence.
Download ResourceElan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Struggling to find the balance between an appealing credit card rewards program and the cost of managing it? These consumer trends and industry perspectives will help guide your credit union to building a viable program in 2025.
Download ResourceAlkami
From Alkami
The future of banking demands more than innovation--it requires actionable strategies. This 2025 playbook outlines 3 key strategies your credit union must adopt to thrive.
Download ResourceAlkami
From Alkami
Packed with data, insights and actionable strategies, this report outlines how your credit union can accelerate digital transformation initiatives in business banking to maintain market share in the increasingly competitive sector.
Download ResourceAlkami
From Alkami
This comprehensive market study dives deep into the contrasting views between financial institutions and account holders, offering critical insights that can drive your credit union's strategic decisions.
Download Resource