Financial Literacy Month 2024 Kicks Off
As Financial Literacy Month 2024 kicks off, Emily Claus shares the origins of the event, why it’s more important now than ever, and why credit unions need to be getting involved. Need some ideas on how to participate? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered there too.
Investing in FinTechs and CUSOs to Increase Technological Capabilities
As the need for new technologies and faster innovation rises, credit unions can be tempted to merge with larger credit unions that can achieve those goals. However, there are alternatives to consider and partnerships that can bring value to the credit union and the member without the loss of a credit union. Emily Claus shares insight on how investing in CUSOs and FinTechs can increase your credit union’s technological capabilities.
Key Takeaways from the 2024 Governmental Affairs Conference
Now that we’ve had some time to digest all the information we learned from the 2024 Governmental Affairs Conference, Emily Claus shares some of the key takeaways from the conference for your credit union to consider.
CFPB’s Contentious Credit Card Rule Will Face Stiff Challenge
On March 5, the CFPB issued its final rule governing credit card late fees, reports David Baumann.
Special Report from Day Four of the Governmental Affairs Conference
As the 2024 Governmental Affairs Conference comes to a close, Emily Claus reports on all the activity from the final day including advice from keynote speaker Shaun White, a conversation with NCUA Vice Chair Kyle Hauptman, and of course, the many criticisms of the CFPB.
Special Report from Day Three of the Governmental Affairs Conference
At the end of another jam-packed day at the Governmental Affairs Conference, Emily Claus shares the highlights from day three, including the presenting of the Greg Inman Servant Leadership Award, NCUA board member Tanya Otsuka’s visions for the future, and a conversation with former UK Prime Minister Theresa May.
Special Report from Day Two of the Governmental Affairs Conference
Emily Claus reports on the events and information from day two of the Governmental Affairs Conference, including new information on America’s Credit Unions, discussions on AI, and community service.
Special Report from Day One of the Governmental Affairs Conference
Emily Claus reports on the events that unfolded on day one of the Governmental Affairs Conference in D.C. this week, featuring opening remarks from Jim Nussle, the Underground Collision, and CUPride’s first Stand-up Summit.
Font or Fiction: How Scammers Are Using Fonts to Trick Your Members
Scammers are always upgrading their toolset in the hopes of tricking your members out of money. Emily Claus covers the rise of Homograph Attacks and how you can best defend your credit union and its members from falling prey.
The Bias Within Lending: Navy Federal and An Outdated System
Navy Federal Credit Union is currently facing a lawsuit for discriminatory lending practices. But is Navy Federal a lone offender? Or is this issue industry-wide? CUSO Magazine’s Emily Claus sat down with Tim Ray, CEO of VeriFast to delve deeper into the issue and discuss industry reform.
