Cybersecurity Is Under Fire And Credit Unions Are Fighting Back (Part 1)
Bad actors don’t rest. Credit unions are beefing up cybersecurity with smarter tools, stronger teams, and sharper defenses.
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QUIZ: Are You Smarter Than A Scammer?
From check fraud to suspicious logins, see how well you can sniff out red flags before they cost members money.
Michigan Legacy Takes A Scientific Approach To Spotting Elder Financial Abuse
A partnership with the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University has helped the credit union reduce reports of elder fraud by as much as
5 Factors Contributing To Increased Risk For Credit Unions
June 12, 2023
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Rising auto delinquencies, higher charge-off risk, and what you can do to protect your loan portfolio.
Silicon Valley Bank Failure: FASB And Auditor Implications
April 24, 2023
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The accounting standard concerning intent and ability was violated, and those charged with governance and oversight of the bank failed in their roles. All of these parties should be held accountable.
6 Credit Union Fiduciary Responsibilities You Might Not Think Of
March 27, 2023
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To ensure they are properly fulfilling their duties, credit union directors typically consult with a variety of stakeholders, but there’s one source of assistance directors might not have considered.
After 7 Years, CECL Is Here. Quest FCU Was Ready.
March 20, 2023
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The Ohio cooperative has been working with vendors and testing new solutions to find the right fit for the new reporting standards.
5 Lessons For Credit Unions From Silicon Valley Bank’s Collapse
March 15, 2023
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The crisis is still unfolding, but the latest high-profile bank failure has plenty of takeaways for credit unions around asset management, net worth, communication, and more.
What Your Credit Union Needs To Know About Business Intelligence And How It Will Impact Member Experiences
March 6, 2023
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Identifying patterns and trends is key to translating information into improved operational efficiencies and more engaging member services.
Loan Loss Provisions Jumped By Triple Digits
February 13, 2023
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Uncertainty surrounding the financial health of members pushed credit unions to set aside more money to cover loan losses in the fourth quarter.
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.
Elderly Financial Exploitation Is A Growing Problem. Here’s How To Help.
December 12, 2022
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Two credit unions and their regulator share their experience and best practices as isolation and vulnerability take their toll.
Increase Revenue By Offering IBM iSystem Backup And Recovery Services
December 5, 2022
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A data protection service is key to safeguard members’ personal information.
5 Factors Contributing To Increased Risk For Credit Unions
Rising auto delinquencies, higher charge-off risk, and what you can do to protect your loan portfolio.
6 Credit Union Fiduciary Responsibilities You Might Not Think Of
To ensure they are properly fulfilling their duties, credit union directors typically consult with a variety of stakeholders, but there’s one source of assistance directors ...
After 7 Years, CECL Is Here. Quest FCU Was Ready.
The Ohio cooperative has been working with vendors and testing new solutions to find the right fit for the new reporting standards.
5 Lessons For Credit Unions From Silicon Valley Bank’s Collapse
The crisis is still unfolding, but the latest high-profile bank failure has plenty of takeaways for credit unions around asset management, net worth, communication, and ...
What Your Credit Union Needs To Know About Business Intelligence And How It Will Impact Member Experiences
Identifying patterns and trends is key to translating information into improved operational efficiencies and more engaging member services.
Loan Loss Provisions Jumped By Triple Digits
Uncertainty surrounding the financial health of members pushed credit unions to set aside more money to cover loan losses in the fourth quarter.
2023 Vendor Showcase
Vendors break down the problems they solve and highlight what makes them stand out in a crowded industry.
Elderly Financial Exploitation Is A Growing Problem. Here’s How To Help.
Two credit unions and their regulator share their experience and best practices as isolation and vulnerability take their toll.
Increase Revenue By Offering IBM iSystem Backup And Recovery Services
A data protection service is key to safeguard members' personal information.
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Insights From The Outside: Don Rositano
Marc Rapport
How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
MSUFCU Turns A Break In Payments Into A Member Experience Moment
Aaron Passman
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
What’s In A Name: Vice President Of History & Culture
Aaron Passman
How a unique role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.
Growth Is A Mindset, But Success Is In The Contract
Callahan & Associates
Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.
Fraud Is Faster, Smarter, And Harder To Stop. Here’s How To.
Callahan & Associates
RKL offers insight, expertise, and experience to help fight off growing threats.
The Numbers Are Good. The Moment Is Hard.
William Hunt
Members are anxious about their financial futures, even as credit unions remain financially strong. Institutions that respond to this moment can make 2026 a turning point.
Wages Are Growing. Wallets Are Not.
Sherry Virden
Global events are flowing directly into household budgets, reshaping how credit union members save, borrow, and cope. Such trends don’t always show up in headline data.
Credit Unions Are Having A Margin Moment
Tony Waltrich
Credit unions are benefiting from a rare margin advantage as loans reprice slower than deposits. The question now is how institutions will use that strength to better serve members.
Where Have All The Members Gone?
Omar Shalabi
Membership growth is slowing, but financial activity is not. What does the modern financial relationship look like?
5 Takeaways From First Quarter Credit Union Performance Data
William Hunt
Inflation, war, and uncertain futures have reshaped members’ needs in 2026. What does credit union performance data from the first quarter of 2026 say about household budgets, inflation pressures, and more?
Silicon Valley Bank Failure: FASB And Auditor Implications