The Hidden Horrors of a Visually Attractive Website

The Hidden Horrors of a Visually Attractive Website

When it comes to website design, aesthetics tend to be top-of-mind for credit unions. However, Tony Muka cautions against prioritizing a website’s appearance over what lies beneath: the code, functionality, and security.

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Malvertising is the Spooky Threat NCUA Wants You to Know About

Malvertising is the Spooky Threat NCUA Wants You to Know About

NCUA’s recently published letter to credit union boards highlighted “malvertising”, a cyber security threat that credit unions should be aware of. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo explains what it is and what you can do to mitigate the risk.

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NCUA Board Holds Open Meeting, Receives Briefings on Cybersecurity and New Charters

NCUA Board Holds Open Meeting, Receives Briefings on Cybersecurity and New Charters

The National Credit Union Administration held its seventh open meeting of 2024 on October 24, during which they received briefs on cybersecurity and new federal charters established. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports on the meeting and what the board learned from the briefings.

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Marketing Cybersecurity to Your Members

Marketing Cybersecurity to Your Members

As we wrap up Cybersecurity Month, Peter Meyers reminds credit unions the event’s focus should not be limited to the credit union’s cybersecurity but the members’ as well. How are you educating them and promoting them to safeguard their information?

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What I Learned After My First Credit Union Board Meeting

What I Learned After My First Credit Union Board Meeting

CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo shares his experience on becoming a credit union board member, what he’s learned so far, and what advice he has for fellow newcomers to the world of credit union board governance.

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Credit Unions Need M&A to Grow and Technology to Sustain It 

Credit Unions Need M&A to Grow and Technology to Sustain It 

In a desire to expand, credit unions have been acquiring community banks and growing their reach. Alex Jimenez explains why these institutions will then need the technological capabilities to back those mergers and acquisitions up and maintain their members.

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Credit Union Agencies Concerned Credit Card Competition Act Will Be Included In Disaster Relief Bill

Credit Union Agencies Concerned Credit Card Competition Act Will Be Included In Disaster Relief Bill

When Congress reconvenes in November, it will rush to pass disaster relief for those affected by recent hurricanes. However, rumor has it that the proposed Credit Card Competition Act would be tacked on to the must-pass legislation, prompting concern from credit union groups, Emily Claus reports.

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Almost 100,000 Members Vote in SECU Election 

Almost 100,000 Members Vote in SECU Election 

Chip Filson shares the impressive outcome of SECU’s recent board election, in which nearly 100,000 credit union members turned out to vote.

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Bringing Communities Together On International Credit Union Day 2024

Bringing Communities Together On International Credit Union Day 2024

As credit unions worldwide celebrate the 76th annual International Credit Union Day, Emily Claus shares the history of the event, the year’s theme, and how credit unions are commemorating the occasion.

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Building Wealth in Low and Moderate Income Communities

Building Wealth in Low and Moderate Income Communities

Renée Sattiewhite of the African American Credit Union Coalition shares how credit unions can focus on building wealth in moderate to low income communities through financial education, debt management support, and investment opportunities.

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