Payments

The payments landscape for community banks is changing rapidly as traditional payments converge with new instant payment systems and emerging cryptocurrencies. It is critical for Community Banks to maintain awareness of developments in the payments space to assess new opportunities, mitigate risks, and ensure that their payment strategy aligns with overall business plans.

Payments News

Bill to establish stablecoin regulatory framework passes House committee

Apr 3, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
The House Financial Services Committee voted to pass legislation to establish a federal supervisory framework for stablecoins and their issuers.

ICBA Applauds House Financial Services Committee for Advancing Pro-Community Bank 1071, De Novo, Anti-CBDC Bills

Apr 2, 2025 | Press Release
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) commended the House Financial Services Committee for advancing three ICBA-advocated bills to support community banks and the local communities they serve.

ICBA Payments and Mastercard Partner to Upgrade Customer Payment Experiences for Community Banks

Mar 17, 2025 | Payments Pulse | Press Release
ICBA Payments, the payments subsidiary of the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA), announced today its new partnership with Mastercard to offer upgraded and enhanced card and payment services for 1,400 community banks.