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The ICBA Newsroom collects and centralizes all the NewsWatch Today articles, press releases, blog posts, advocacy letters and other news that impacts community bankers.
Podcast: Banking Transformed
A new episode of the Banking Transformed podcast from ICBA Preferred Service Provider MeridianLink shares actionable insights to boost bank' growth, efficiency, and customer experience.
June 11, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Opportunities in Infrastructure Lending for Community Banks
With $1 trillion in federal infrastructure funding rolling out across the U.S., community banks have a rare opportunity to enter or deepen their involvement in this dynamic sector.
June 10, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Lending
ICBA Study: While 95% of Small-Business Owners Are Satisfied with Community Banks, Regulations Threaten Lending
As community banks and small businesses face increasingly burdensome and complex federal regulations, the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today released findings from a new study on how regulations threaten to restrict small-business lending.
June 10, 2024 |
Press Release
Lending Regulatory Relief 1071
Credit union bank acquisitions break record halfway through 2024
ICBA-opposed credit union acquisitions of taxpaying community banks have reached an annual record less than halfway through the year, according to a new report.
June 10, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Credit Unions
FDIC, CFPB hearings this week
A look at some of the hearings taking place this week that are relevant to community bankers.
June 10, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Compliance Deposit Insurance
Rebeca Romero Rainey: Change Is Hard, Good Leadership Is Critical
Change may feel insurmountable—something to be avoided, as opposed to embraced—and we need to keep that perspective in mind as we take steps toward the future of our banks.
June 07, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Advocacy
Community Banks Financing Lake Country
In lake regions across the U.S., vacation homes, boats and other watersports vehicles abound—all of which present an undeniable opportunity for community banks. Here are a few community banks that have tapped into this hot market.
June 06, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Lending
Readying the Bench: A Guide for Community Bank Succession Planning
Community banks can prevent costly and disruptive talent gaps by kicking their succession plans into gear sooner rather than later. How can bank leadership combat issues surrounding succession planning and create a pipeline of future leaders through education and other efforts?
June 05, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Lance Noggle: New ICBA Resource Aims To Combat Check Fraud
Even with checks becoming less common to use, check fraud continues to rise. To address this issue, ICBA has created a guide that explains how to stop this type of fraud in its tracks.
June 04, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Advocacy Compliance
Another Credit Union Bank Acquisition Subsidized by Taxpayers Demands Response from Policymakers
Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement after this year’s 12th acquisition of a tax-paying bank by a tax-exempt credit union.
June 04, 2024 |
Press Release
Credit Unions
40 Under 40: 2024's Community Bank Leaders
Our sixth annual 40 Under 40 community bank leaders awards recognize an insightful group of professionals who have continuously stepped up to lend a hand, offer a new perspective or make a difference in their communities.
June 03, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Simplifying the Path to Homeownership: ICBA Offers Essential Tips for Homebuyers
In celebration of National Homeownership Month, the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) is encouraging current and prospective homeowners to connect with their trusted local community bankers.
June 03, 2024 |
Press Release
Community Bank Awareness Mortgage Rules
Next Generation of Community Bankers Celebrated in ICBA's 40 Under 40 Listing
Independent Banker magazine, the award-winning monthly publication of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), announced its sixth annual list of 40 Under 40: Community Bank Leaders.
June 03, 2024 |
Press Release
CFPB launches review of mortgage closing fees
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau launched a public inquiry into what is driving an increase in mortgage closing costs.
May 31, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CFPB Compliance
Latest Bank Acquisition by Tax-Exempt Credit Union Shows Need for Expansive Congressional Action
Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement after the latest acquisition of a tax-paying bank by a tax-exempt credit union.
May 31, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Credit Unions
Next Generation of Community Bankers Celebrated in ICBA's 40 Under 40 Listing
Independent Banker magazine, the award-winning monthly publication of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), announced its sixth annual list of 40 Under 40: Community Bank Leaders.
May 31, 2024 |
Press Release
Community bank net income rises in Q1
Community bank net income rose 6.1% in the first quarter but remained down 13.9% from a year ago, according to the FDIC’s latest Quarterly Banking Profile.
May 30, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Community Bank Awareness
CFPB: Reg E wire transfer exemption doesn’t apply to online transactions
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau argued in a court filing that online-initiated wire transfers are subject to the Electronic Fund Transfer Act and Regulation E, even though the law exempts transfers made by banks “by means of” a wire service.
May 30, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CFPB Compliance Fraud
Payments Leader Jacob Eisen Named ICBA Payments President and CEO
ICBA Payments, the payments-services subsidiary of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), is pleased to announce the appointment of Jacob Eisen as its new president and CEO, effective immediately.
May 30, 2024 |
Press Release
SEC warns investors about crypto fraud
The Securities and Exchange Commission issued an investor alert on how fraudsters use cryptoassets to lure victims and hide their identities, which makes recovering stolen funds more difficult.
May 30, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Cybersecurity Digital Assets Fraud
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