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
Comment Now, Comment Later
February 13, 2015
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Industry preparing RBC commentary as NCUA rolls out annual regulatory review list with more to consider, and a deadline in August.
CFPB Should Expand ‘Small Lender’ Definition
February 13, 2015
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Qualified mortgage rules should reflect bigger credit unions as part of the solution, not part of the problem.
Are Credit Unions Too Squeamish To Watch Matz And McWatters Duke It Out?
February 5, 2015
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A new era of transparent debate and both sides of the story will be good for us all!
NCUA: The Man In The Mirror?
January 22, 2015
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NCUA preaches member data protection, told to practice the same, as agency prepares regulatory response to California thumb drive mishap.
New Technology For A New SEG
January 20, 2015
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Justin Curcio, COO of Darden Employees Federal Credit Union, describes how credit unions can prepare for the technological challenges associated with a growing nationwide member base.
The Secret Legal Opinions Behind Public Decisions
January 20, 2015
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NCUA is setting an anti-democratic precedent in its repeated efforts to keep private the legal opinions about its public regulatory authority. RBC is one example. The CUSO rule is another. Will there be more?
Rate Your Regulator
January 16, 2015
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How did the three board members and NCUA fare during the open meeting in which the agency released the revised risk-based capital proposal?
A Look Behind NCUA’s Revised RBC Proposal
January 16, 2015
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A condensed review of the changes NCUA made to its proposed risk-based capital rule and the primary takeaways for credit unions.
NCUA Pays Big Attention To Small Credit Unions
January 14, 2015
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New Jersey de novo says it’s well capitalized but heavily restricted, and CEO has some suggestions for working together.
What To Listen For When The NCUA Board Discusses The Revised RBC Rule
January 13, 2015
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To craft an effective response, credit unions must understand how board members view the rule.
Comment Now, Comment Later
Industry preparing RBC commentary as NCUA rolls out annual regulatory review list with more to consider, and a deadline in August.
Are Credit Unions Too Squeamish To Watch Matz And McWatters Duke It Out?
A new era of transparent debate and both sides of the story will be good for us all!
NCUA: The Man In The Mirror?
NCUA preaches member data protection, told to practice the same, as agency prepares regulatory response to California thumb drive mishap.
New Technology For A New SEG
Justin Curcio, COO of Darden Employees Federal Credit Union, describes how credit unions can prepare for the technological challenges associated with a growing nationwide member ...
The Secret Legal Opinions Behind Public Decisions
NCUA is setting an anti-democratic precedent in its repeated efforts to keep private the legal opinions about its public regulatory authority. RBC is one example. ...
Rate Your Regulator
How did the three board members and NCUA fare during the open meeting in which the agency released the revised risk-based capital proposal?
A Look Behind NCUA’s Revised RBC Proposal
A condensed review of the changes NCUA made to its proposed risk-based capital rule and the primary takeaways for credit unions.
NCUA Pays Big Attention To Small Credit Unions
New Jersey de novo says it’s well capitalized but heavily restricted, and CEO has some suggestions for working together.
What To Listen For When The NCUA Board Discusses The Revised RBC Rule
To craft an effective response, credit unions must understand how board members view the rule.
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As margin support begins to fade, earnings performance is becoming more sensitive to revenue mix and harder to interpret through public reporting alone.
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Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
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What’s In A Name: Chief AI Officer
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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.
CFPB Should Expand ‘Small Lender’ Definition