As we finish our second week here at ICBA, we already have made incredible memories with fellow interns and other ICBA employees. The workplace culture is vibrant and supportive, and we all have grown to appreciate it even in the short time we have been working here.
Last week, we began our internship program here at ICBA. Starting a new position is an exciting time, but it comes with unique challenges that we must face together. The first week is critical, where we learn, work, and create with others for the first time.
The ICBA Foundation Disaster Relief Program is requesting tax-deductible donations to assist community banks and employees affected by Hurricane Helene.
Following this year’s 17th acquisition of a tax-paying community bank by a tax-exempt credit union—a new single-year record—ICBA repeated its call for policymakers to respond.
Swift announced that banks and central banks across North America, Europe, and Asia in 2025 will be able to use its network to conduct pilot transactions in digital assets and central bank digital currencies.
Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey today issued the following statement after this year’s 17th acquisition of a tax-paying bank by a tax-exempt credit union — a new single year record.
Members of Congress and the American public should consider why credit unions are acting like the nation’s largest banks while enjoying tax and regulatory advantages, according to a new MarketWatch opinion piece (subscription required).
Federal and state financial regulators issued a joint statement saying they recognize the serious impact of Hurricane Helene on the customers and operations of many financial institutions and will provide appropriate regulatory assistance to affected institutions subject to their supervision.
Regulatory burden has risen to the top of community banker concerns alongside cost of funds, according to the Conference of State Bank Supervisors Annual Community Bank Survey.
In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, ICBA released tips to help consumers protect their sensitive financial information and minimize the risk of cyber threats.
The FDIC announced regulatory relief to facilitate recovery in areas of Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene. The FDIC also published a disaster webpage with more information for banks that are affected.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued an advisory opinion that said debt collectors, which may include third-party “revenue cycle management” companies, are violating federal law when they collect on inaccurate or legally invalid medical debts.
In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) offers tips to help consumers protect their sensitive financial information and minimize the risk of cyber threats.
The Federal Housing Finance Agency issued an advisory bulletin that provides guidance to the Federal Home Loan Banks on incorporating climate-related risks into their risk-management frameworks.
In a new American Banker article (subscription required), ICBA continued its call for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to include a community bank exemption in its pending 1033 rule on sharing consumer financial data.
Whether your bank’s goal is to acquire new card accounts or boost usage from your existing cardholders, marketing plays a key role. No marketing means stagnant portfolios and low revenue.
Card fraud losses constitute a significant percentage of a bank’s card program’s costs. In fact, according to the Nilson Report, card fraud accounted for $33 billion in losses worldwide in 2022, with $13.6 billion of those losses occurring in the United States.
It’s not an easy time for community banking. Each day, we must balance changing interest rates, increasing fees, new technology demands, and mounting customer expectations, which leaves us wondering what’s left for innovation.
In case you missed it, ICBA recently announced a partnership with Pidgin, a company that provides best-in-class faster payments capabilities.
The partnership is aimed at supporting community banks on their instant payments journeys, while ensuring they have the options and solutions they need to be competitive as instant payments accelerate in the market.
