CECL: A Half-Baked Cake
One year after implementation, there’s still work to be done when it comes to new rules around expected credit losses.
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Everyone’s A Risk Manager At Logix FCU
For the past decade, the credit union’s head risk leader has been evangelizing the idea that everyone must be a risk manager to ensure the
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
Why Credit Unions Need Supplemental Capital
July 27, 2015
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Michael Wettrich, president and chief executive of the $90 million Education First Credit Union in Ohio, makes the case for supplemental capital at credit unions.
Supplemental Capital Is No Panacea
July 27, 2015
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Supplemental capital is a useful tool that is long overdue; however, it is not without risk and potential complications.
GAOs Call For Expanded NCUA Vendor Oversight Draws Fire
July 17, 2015
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Regulator welcomes recommendation for congressional action, says increased authority would benefit the industrys ability to secure member data.
GAO’s Call For Expanded NCUA Vendor Oversight Draws Fire
July 15, 2015
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Regulator welcomes recommendation for congressional action, says increased authority would benefit the industry’s ability to secure member data.
Spear Phishing Fail A Cautionary Tale
July 2, 2015
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As revealing reports add up, credit union CISO relates a success story in social engineering and the fight against cyber fraud.
Is Outsourced Compliance Right For Your Credit Union?
July 2, 2015
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Reducing compliance costs can save credit unions thousands of dollars annually and help smaller institutions remain independent.
On Lawmakers And Credit Unions
June 25, 2015
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When it comes to influencing regulators, whether credit union bills make it into law is often not as important as the attention they attract. Here’s an update on why.
Instantaneous Shock Analysis Provides Misleading IRR Results For Credit Unions
June 22, 2015
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More plausible interest rate scenarios would better serve the industry in planning for rising rates.
The Roles Less Traveled
June 11, 2015
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Two credit unions explain why logic trumps tradition when it comes to their division of responsibilities.
A Grace Period By Any Other Name
June 11, 2015
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Call it what you will, CFPB’s promise to go easy on mortgage disclosure changes provides some temporary relief.
Supplemental Capital Is No Panacea
Supplemental capital is a useful tool that is long overdue; however, it is not without risk and potential complications.
GAOs Call For Expanded NCUA Vendor Oversight Draws Fire
Regulator welcomes recommendation for congressional action, says increased authority would benefit the industrys ability to secure member data.
GAO’s Call For Expanded NCUA Vendor Oversight Draws Fire
Regulator welcomes recommendation for congressional action, says increased authority would benefit the industry’s ability to secure member data.
Spear Phishing Fail A Cautionary Tale
As revealing reports add up, credit union CISO relates a success story in social engineering and the fight against cyber fraud.
Is Outsourced Compliance Right For Your Credit Union?
Reducing compliance costs can save credit unions thousands of dollars annually and help smaller institutions remain independent.
On Lawmakers And Credit Unions
When it comes to influencing regulators, whether credit union bills make it into law is often not as important as the attention they attract. Here's ...
Instantaneous Shock Analysis Provides Misleading IRR Results For Credit Unions
More plausible interest rate scenarios would better serve the industry in planning for rising rates.
The Roles Less Traveled
Two credit unions explain why logic trumps tradition when it comes to their division of responsibilities.
A Grace Period By Any Other Name
Call it what you will, CFPB's promise to go easy on mortgage disclosure changes provides some temporary relief.
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Cybersecurity Is Under Fire And Credit Unions Are Fighting Back (Part 1)
Marc Rapport
Bad actors don’t rest. Credit unions are beefing up cybersecurity with smarter tools, stronger teams, and sharper defenses.
Cybersecurity Is Under Fire And Credit Unions Are Fighting Back (Part 2)
Marc Rapport
Cyber threats never stop. Credit unions share how collaboration, AI, and smarter strategies protect members and institutions.
What’s Scarier Than Ghosts And Goblins?
Aaron Passman
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and CreditUnions.com has the lowdown on assessment tools, AI strategies, the role of collaboration in fighting fraud, and more.
Fighting Fraud Through The Power Of Collaboration
Aaron Passman
A quartet of Northeastern Pennsylvania credit unions came together to share strategies and best practices for combatting check fraud, account takeover, and more.
QUIZ: Are You Smarter Than A Scammer?
Savana Morie
From check fraud to suspicious logins, see how well you can sniff out red flags before they cost members money.
Navigating Loan Servicing Compliance: A Smarter Path For Credit Unions
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions can simplify compliance, reduce risk, and enhance member trust by rethinking loan servicing with outsourced solutions designed to keep pace with evolving regulations.
Eliminate Console Chaos: Smarter Check Fraud Mitigation For Credit Unions
Callahan & Associates
Centralized fraud prevention helps credit unions fight evolving check fraud while streamlining operations and safeguarding members.
Fighting Fraud Requires Smarter Cybersecurity
Marc Rapport
In a post-CAT era, many credit unions are using the tool’s sunsetting as a catalyst to upgrade their cybersecurity posture.
Government Shutdown? Credit Unions Know The Drill.
Aaron Passman
With three full government shutdowns and repeated trips to the precipice in the past 25 years, credit unions have had plenty of opportunity to refine how they approach helping members during work stoppages.
Is Revenge Savings A Fad? Or A Financial Shift?
Andrew Lepczyk
After years of post-pandemic splurges for the well-to-do and inflationary pain for the less well off, more Americans are shifting to a discipline of saving. Here’s what that means for members and how credit unions can turn the trend into opportunity.
Why Credit Unions Need Supplemental Capital