In July 2016, Callahan & Associates surveyed 170 credit union executives from 40 states to gain insight into their current and emerging sources of non-interest income.

Takeaways from the NBPCA’s conference.

Explore the many ways to run a successful card program. Credit, debit, prepaids, rewards, segmentation, industry data, and more — this week on CreditUnions.com.

Mobile banking, the regulatory burden, terror financing and even the interchange cap were fair game on opening day at Money 20/20.

Like in the classic Atari game, a solid offense is the best way to defend against outside companies coming between you and your members. The business models of these popular companies compete with credit unions, so know what makes them appealing to users and how to replicate or enhance those experiences in your own offerings.

With lower fees, better capabilities, and some regulatory advantages, today’s prepaid options resonate with a range of financial institutions and consumers.

Famous faces may endorse alternative financial products, but it doesn’t cover up the fact that consumers have better options.

When a debit or credit card won’t cut it, reloadable prepaid cards offer a way for credit unions to build relationships with the sought-after Millennials and Generation Y.

Fraud through retail cards not connected to financial institutions can be damaging.

Where are credit unions in the payments space today and where should the industry invest in the years ahead?