Innovation At The Speed Of Payments (Part 1)
Credit union leaders share how they’re navigating the fast lane of payments innovation—balancing speed, trust, and tech to meet rising member expectations.
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Ask An Analyst: How Is Gen Z Reshaping Payments?
In a rapidly evolving payments landscape, Gen Z prefers simpler, frictionless systems.
What Should Credit Unions Know About Stablecoins?
Congress is considering new legislation around cryptocurrency, and these new tools could have profound implications for the industry.
I Needed A Credit Card. My Credit Union Couldn’t Help
January 30, 2023
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After seeking a credit card to use during a semester abroad, a college student laments that her credit union couldn’t meet her needs as well as a fintech.
2023 Vendor Showcase
January 17, 2023
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Vendors break down the problems they solve and highlight what makes them stand out in a crowded industry.
Overdraft Fees Jumped 18.1% In Third Quarter Of 2022
January 17, 2023
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Tighter budgets and higher prices for consumer goods caused members to overdraft their accounts more frequently in the third quarter of 2022.
Cash Is King In Low-Income Homes
January 2, 2023
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A report from the Federal Reserve finds cash payments have stayed consistent in recent years, but households of modest means are less likely to use other payment methods.
CreditUnions.com 2022: Best Of Lending
December 26, 2022
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As we celebrate the holiday season, the office of Callahan & Associates will be closed Dec. 26 through Jan. 2. Enjoy this selection of the best of 2022, and we’ll see you in 2023. A Call For Cooperatives To Close The Racial Homeownership Gap GreenState Credit Union has committed $1 billion toward home loans
Impact Strategies From December 2022
December 19, 2022
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A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
Wings Financial Scores Major Points With Its Amazon-Loving Members
December 12, 2022
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The Twin Cities cooperative is the first credit union to let members use their credit card points to shop with the e-commerce titan.
Small Change Makes A Big Difference At St. Mary’s
December 5, 2022
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The New Hampshire credit union’s 603 checking program will donate up to $20,000 to four area charities in its first year alone.
Real-Time Payments Funding Agents 101
November 29, 2022
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Watch today, to learn what credit unions should know about using funding agents to connect to real-time payment rails
Credit Unions Pivot In Response To Rising Rates (Part 2)
November 28, 2022
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Credit unions balance agility and liquidity as they raise rates on what they pay and what they lend while keeping an eye on members’ financial welfare.
I Needed A Credit Card. My Credit Union Couldn’t Help
After seeking a credit card to use during a semester abroad, a college student laments that her credit union couldn’t meet her needs as well ...
2023 Vendor Showcase
Vendors break down the problems they solve and highlight what makes them stand out in a crowded industry.
Overdraft Fees Jumped 18.1% In Third Quarter Of 2022
Tighter budgets and higher prices for consumer goods caused members to overdraft their accounts more frequently in the third quarter of 2022.
Cash Is King In Low-Income Homes
A report from the Federal Reserve finds cash payments have stayed consistent in recent years, but households of modest means are less likely to use ...
CreditUnions.com 2022: Best Of Lending
As we celebrate the holiday season, the office of Callahan & Associates will be closed Dec. 26 through Jan. 2. Enjoy this selection of the ...
Impact Strategies From December 2022
A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
Wings Financial Scores Major Points With Its Amazon-Loving Members
The Twin Cities cooperative is the first credit union to let members use their credit card points to shop with the e-commerce titan.
Small Change Makes A Big Difference At St. Mary’s
The New Hampshire credit union’s 603 checking program will donate up to $20,000 to four area charities in its first year alone.
Real-Time Payments Funding Agents 101
Watch today, to learn what credit unions should know about using funding agents to connect to real-time payment rails
Credit Unions Pivot In Response To Rising Rates (Part 2)
Credit unions balance agility and liquidity as they raise rates on what they pay and what they lend while keeping an eye on members’ financial ...
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What Makes Good AI Policy? Start With Curiosity And Accountability.
Marc Rapport
As credit unions move from experimentation to adoption, leaders offer firsthand knowledge on what separates weak policies from strong ones that actually work.
Governance And Guardrails Help Credit Unions Navigate AI
Aaron Passman
How Members Cooperative focuses on structure, oversight, and clear expectations to ensure AI supports, not undermines, long term strategy.
What’s In A Name: Chief AI Officer
Aaron Passman
As Hudson Valley Credit Union’s artificial intelligence chief, Preetha Sekharan holds a rare role in the industry, but it’s one that is likely to become far more common in the future.
All Eyes On AI
Aaron Passman
Artificial intelligence for credit unions has moved from a future concept to today’s full-fledged leadership and governance challenge.
The Callahan Guide To The 2026 Final Four
Tony Waltrich
What happens when credit union performance data meets March Madness? Callahan’s proprietary model breaks down state-level results to forecast who takes home the hardware.
A Rewards Program That Relies On Relationships, Not Usage
Savana Morie
Nuvision’s Added Advantage program tracks member engagement across the credit union, then rewards relationships through better pricing and other perks.
Innovations Financial Bets Big On Small Business Lending
Aaron Passman
CDFI grant funding helps the Florida cooperative offer microloans for small businesses after many banks pulled out of its market.
How Marine Credit Union Shifted Its Foundation From Siloed To Symbiotic
Savana Morie
By aligning governance, leadership, and day to day operations, Marine Credit Union transformed its foundation from a parallel operation into a visible extension of the credit union brand.
How Today’s Market Is Stress-Testing Credit Union And Bank Earnings Models
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit union and bank earnings reflect different business objectives. Those differences matter for how financial institutions serve their markets.
How Does BCU Put AI Policy Into Practice?
Marc Rapport
AI governance matters as much as innovation when it comes to AI. Learn how BCU built an AI practice that prioritizes data integrity, risk management, and real world decision making.