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

ICBA Urges Policymakers to Consider Risks of Crypto, Central Bank Digital Currency

Jun 29, 2022 | Press Release
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today called on the Commerce Department to recognize the risks posed by digital assets — including a U.S. central bank digital currency — as policymakers consider a regulatory framework.

ICBA concludes blog series on stablecoin collapse

Jun 13, 2022 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA concluded its new series of blog posts on the collapse of the TerraUSD stablecoin with a post focusing on its impact on community banks and the regulatory debate.

ICBA continues blog series on stablecoin collapse

Jun 10, 2022 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA continued its new series of blog posts on the collapse of the TerraUSD stablecoin and its broader impact.