March 11 2020

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Analysis

Crying Foul Over Card Payment Rule Changes

Some card payment networks are changing their network operating rules on the sly, one industry expert believes.

Features

Economic Signs Converge, Most Point Down

Jim DuPlessis | March 06, 2020

A new report takes a look at the best- and worst-case scenarios as it relates to the economy and the coronavirus.

PSECU Refines Digital Skills

Roy Urrico | March 06, 2020

The credit union partnered with Information Builders to extend decision-making abilities for executives and team leaders.

The CU Capital Insider

Taxi Sale: More Questions Than Answers

David Baumann | March 06, 2020

Maddeningly, the NCUA fails to address many of the decisions surrounding the taxi medallion loan sale.

Editor\'s Column

U.S. Bank Firing Story Gives CUs a Welcome Reputational Boost

Natasha Chilingerian | March 05, 2020

A U.S. Bank employee, fired for an act of kindness toward a customer, is hired by Community First CU in Santa Rosa, Calif.

Focus Report

Blinded by Greed: A Convicted Former CEO Tells All

Peter Strozniak | March 06, 2020

Former CU CEO Richard Mangone discusses his criminal past, which led him to write a book, with CU Times.

Shutting Down Internal Fraud Schemes Before They Begin

David Legge | March 06, 2020

Seasoned internal fraud expert David Legge explains a few possibilities for enhancing internal controls.

The Key to Internal Fraud Controls? Get Back to the Basics

Jim Vilker | March 06, 2020

Learn key strategies for evaluating your CU's internal mechanisms from a 30-year industry veteran.

Internal Control Benefits Go Beyond Fraud Detection

Henry Wirz | March 06, 2020

SAFE Credit Union's former longtime CEO shares internal fraud prevention tips and lessons.

The IT Threat Matrix: Dangers Near & Far Require Diligent Defenses

Ollie Whitehouse | March 06, 2020

CUs must develop a level of cyber resilience that builds on their operating philosophies, regulatory requirements and market priorities.

Guest Opinion

3 Data-Driven Strategies to Grow Deposits

Christine Frohlich | March 06, 2020

In an industry that relies heavily on lending to generate revenue, membership and deposits are critical to a CU's viability.

Community News

Credit Unions & Fiserv Give Back to Their Communities

Tahira Hayes | February 28, 2020

CUs donate blankets, hats, and funds to support cancer research and a local literacy program.

People

Professionals Advance & Conclude Their Careers at 10 CUs

Tahira Hayes | March 02, 2020

Ventura County CU's CEO announces his retirement while nine other credit unions announce hires and promotions.