Proposed NCUA Rule for Permitted Payment Stablecoin Issuer Standards Open for Comment
The National Credit Union Administration has proposed additional rules governing payment stablecoins. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports.
What if All New Credit Union Charters Were Stopped Today?
What if tomorrow, there were no new credit union charters ever again, asks Chip Filson. While the idea may seem crazy, Filson wonders if that isn’t the exact path our industry has been headed down for some time, and ponders how we might get on a new trail.
John Crews Nominated as Hauptman’s Replacement on NCUA Board
Nine months after his term was set to expire, NCUA Chairman Kyle Hauptman’s replacement to the NCUA Board has been found in Treasury Deputy Assistant Secretary John Crews, Emily Claus reports.
You’ve Got a PAL in Me
Payday lenders have a storied history of taking advantage of the most financially vulnerable in our communities. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo looks into what credit unions can offer to provide a better option: Payday Alternative Loans.
NCUA Shares Its Newest Five Year Strategic Plan
The National Credit Union Administration released its 2026-2030 Strategic Plan. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo summarizes the NCUA’s goals and objectives.
NCUA’s Financial Fairy Tales
Following the reduction in staff by nearly a quarter, the NCUA claimed it was delivering millions in cost savings to credit unions. However, the numbers show a different outcome: an increase in total spending even with fewer staff members, says Chip Filson.
NCUA and ACU Debate Stablecoin Rule
Before credit unions can begin offering stablecoins, the NCUA needs to issue its final regulatory rules on the issue by July 18th. America’s Credit Unions has responded with its suggestions on how the rule should be altered before the deadline passes, reports Emily Claus.
NCUA Will Hold Board Meeting April 9; Announces Ninth Round of Deregulation
The National Credit Union Administration will hold an April Board meeting at 10 am ET on Thursday, during which the Board will receive a variety of briefings, including on the ongoing efforts of the Deregulation Project, which just announced its ninth round of proposed changes. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports.
A Chance for NCUA Chairman Hauptman to Make His Mark
Currently operating as a one-member board, NCUA Chairman Kyle Hauptman has the opportunity to make changes without any opposition from other board members. With this opportunity, Chip Filson suggests Hauptman reassess the NCUSIF’s Normal Operating Level.
NCUA Reveals Updated Charter System
Following years of complaints that the current chartering system is too unreasonable, the NCUA has announced a new, streamlined version of Phase 1 of the chartering process, as well as future improvements and automation, Emily Claus reports.
