Foundation Documents: When Words Matter
In honor of Juneteenth, Chip Filson looks at the foundational documents of America and ponders whether or not credit unions have such documents, and what those documents may say about credit unions.
Despite Supreme Court Ruling, CFPB Still Under Fire From Critics
Supporters of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau may have hoped that the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling finding its funding mechanism constitutional would calm its critics; David Baumann reports on why that hasn’t been the case.
Interactive Teller Machines: Don’t Let Fraud Get You Down!
As credit unions rush to replace teller lines with ITMs, Kyle Karnes reminds them to evaluate the technology for fraud risks and place limitations where necessary to keep both the credit union and its members safe.
Credit Unions Must Share Data to Fight New AI Fraud Risks
With the quick rate at which technology develops and fraudsters methods developing at the same fast speed, Tom Oscherwitz encourages financial institutions to share any fraud data they may have to support the fight against them.
Email is Out of Control
The constant, never-ending flood of emails most people receive these days often leads to things getting lost in the chaos. Thankfully, Amber Overla offers advice on how to keep your inbox clear and restructure your email patterns.
CFPB Structure, CDFI Funding, and Marijuana Banking Addressed in New Appropriations Bill
The House recently passed the FY25 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Bill which restructures the CFPB and limits its funding, calls for marijuana banking protections, and outlines CDFI funding, Emily Claus reports.
Exploring the Benefits of Electronic Documentation
In the current digital age, implementing an electronic documentation strategy of some kind is as essential as keeping the lights on. Matt Frizzle shares some of the benefits of adopting such a strategy and how you can get started.
Toastmasters Skills: Time to Tremble, Trust, and Try
Timekeepers, in both Toastmasters and outside of it, play an important role in helping those around them make the most of every moment. Casey Folkertsma shares how you can be a better Timekeeper for yourself and others.
A Credit Union-Like Story: The Bank of Dave
Chip Filson discusses the story (and now film) of Dave Fishwick, a British resident who sought to shake up the financial industry in the UK.
States Weighing In on the Matter of Credit Union Purchases of Banks
State lawmakers in Colorado are doing something that members of Congress have refused to do. They have said that credit unions cannot buy banks. State legislators in Tennessee have said the same thing. David Baumann reports on the issue and whether other states may follow suit.
