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.
Ops & Payments
Our Ops& Payments page is the hub for credit union-tested and approved methods to increase usage of checking accounts, credit cards, bill pay, and more.
Top Ops & Payments Articles
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.
Credit Cards By The Numbers (4Q17)
April 9, 2018
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Credit card balances, penetration, and usage all grew at credit unions in the last quarter of the year.
Best Of March 2018
April 3, 2018
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Based on March traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
How To Reward Members And Promote The Credit Union Difference
April 3, 2018
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Rogue Credit Union’s Ownership Account has helped members save $4.5 million in two years.
SEG Bonuses Underpin Deposit And Wealth Management Strategies At Elements Financial
April 2, 2018
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The Indiana credit union funds lending all year with an annual cash surge.
Credit Card Trends, Gig Economy, And Deposits
April 2, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Best Practices For Dealing With Card Compromises For Financial Institutions
April 2, 2018
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Proactive steps and working with the processor can help mitigate the potential damage.
A Modern-Day Look At Payments
April 2, 2018
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Credit unions can seize the moment by empowering instant payments in the car, at home, anywhere, anytime.
3 Credit Card Trends To Watch In 2018
April 2, 2018
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More than 75% of credit union credit card issuers grew at a below-average rate in 2017. How can cooperatives buck this trend in 2018?
The Great Debt Paydown Challenge
March 28, 2018
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How one Wisconsin credit union encourages members to reduce debt and improve their debt-to-income ratio.
My First Credit Card
March 14, 2018
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One millennial’s quest to understand the hype behind the plastic and find the perfect fit.
Credit Cards By The Numbers (4Q17)
Credit card balances, penetration, and usage all grew at credit unions in the last quarter of the year.
Best Of March 2018
Based on March traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
How To Reward Members And Promote The Credit Union Difference
Rogue Credit Union’s Ownership Account has helped members save $4.5 million in two years.
SEG Bonuses Underpin Deposit And Wealth Management Strategies At Elements Financial
The Indiana credit union funds lending all year with an annual cash surge.
Credit Card Trends, Gig Economy, And Deposits
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Best Practices For Dealing With Card Compromises For Financial Institutions
Proactive steps and working with the processor can help mitigate the potential damage.
A Modern-Day Look At Payments
Credit unions can seize the moment by empowering instant payments in the car, at home, anywhere, anytime.
The Great Debt Paydown Challenge
How one Wisconsin credit union encourages members to reduce debt and improve their debt-to-income ratio.
My First Credit Card
One millennial’s quest to understand the hype behind the plastic and find the perfect fit.
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A New Product Playbook Is Driving Change At Premier Credit Union
Savana Morie
In order to adopt a more proactive strategy, the Iowa cooperative is using a dedicated product development team to promote visibility and follow-through from idea to launch.
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: AI-Powered Member Experience
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are reimagining how credit unions can use AI to combine cutting-edge technology with old-school member service.
When Members Don’t Turn To FIs, They Turn To Friends And Family
Andrew Lepczyk
Financial advice comes in many forms. How can credits union make sure they are the No. 1 choice for their members?
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Reimagining The Lending Experience
Callahan & Associates
This year’s finalists are uncovering new ways to harness the power of technology to improve and expand lending across the industry.
A Small Match Builds Big Emergency Savings At Lake Trust
Aaron Passman
A program to help staffers improve their savings skills generated more than $200,000 in deposits and helped change participants’ financial habits.
Credit Union Data Predicts Who Will Win Super Bowl 2026
Andrew Lepczyk
As Super Bowl LX nears, the Callahan Bowl prediction model says the Seahawks will see green en route to the Lombardi Trophy.
140 Million Reasons To Lend
Aaron Passman
Lending is evolving, and credit unions are adapting. This week, CreditUnions.com examines how shifting economic conditions are reshaping lending strategies.
Rethinking Auto Lending And The Choices Facing Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
Affordability pressures, extended loan terms, and shifting vehicle values are forcing institutions to look beyond familiar structures and reconsider how to balance risk and return.
What Credit Unions Can Do NOW To Launch And Expand Student Lending Programs
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.
What Would A 10% Credit Card Rate Cap Mean For Credit Unions And Members?
Andrew Lepczyk
A closer look at the trade-offs of mandated lower credit card rates reveals a delicate balance between portfolio health and member access.
3 Credit Card Trends To Watch In 2018