Although they're fighting various regulatory battles with each other, banks and credit unions Tuesday identified a common enemy Tuesday that they say are hindering their ability to make loans to small businesses. The regulatory regime established by Dodd-Frank and in...
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Record Loan Growth Continues in January: CUNA Mutual
Credit union loans grew in January at their fastest rate in 17 years, led again by loans for cars and businesses, according to a CUNA Mutual Group report released Tuesday. Credit union loans grew 12.8% in January 2017, the highest seasonally-adjusted annualized rate...
Wyoming Credit Union Employee Sentenced
A former employee for a Wyoming credit union was sentenced on March 7 after admitting to embezzling more than $30,000. Maureen Hall, 59, of Cheyenne, Wyo., pleaded guilty to one count of credit union embezzlement. U.S. District Judge Nancy D. Freudenthal sentenced...
WikiLeaks Revelation Opens Mobile Security Concerns
In early March, WikiLeaks revealed the Vault 7 papers, allegedly an insight into CIA techniques. However, their unveiling created a commotion in the security community, particularly when it comes to payments. “2017 has already proven to be an entertaining and...
ICBA Won’t Appeal Case Affirming NCUA’s MBL Rules
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) has decided not to appeal a federal judge’s decision to toss an ICBA suit challenging the NCUA’s Member Business Lending rules. “Instead, ICBA will explore all avenues for redress of NCUA’s...
Wisconsin Credit Union CEO to Resign for California CEO Spot
The Royal Credit Union in Eau Claire, Wis. said Monday its President/CEO Rudy Pereira for five years will resign April 14 to become the new president/CEO of the $2.2 billion Premier America Credit Union in Chatsworth, Calif. Royal CU said the move will allow...