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Please join us in welcoming our newest field rep, Jean Taddonio

Please join us in welcoming our newest field rep, Jean Taddonio. Jean will be serving Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, New York and New Jersey.
November 02, 2023 | News  

Ron Haynie: The GSE Conservatorship Should End Now

After 15 years, the federal government should end its conservatorship of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The conservatorship prevents these government-sponsored enterprises from operating like a privately run corporate entity.
November 02, 2023 | Independent Banker   Advocacy 

ICBA: Additional beneficial ownership reporting changes needed

ICBA said that while it supports the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s plan to amend its proposed beneficial ownership information reporting form, it is concerned the proposal would require database users to determine whether submitted information is accurate.
November 01, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Congressional Matters 

ICBA Launches New Brand - Reflects differentiation and momentum of ICBA and community banks

The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today unveiled its new brand — reflecting the continued strength, differentiation, and momentum of ICBA and its one mission: community banks.
November 01, 2023 | Press Release  

How the crypto policy debate affects community banks: blog

A new ICBA blog post breaks down the policy debate over treating cryptoassets as securities or commodities and the implications for community banks.
November 01, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Digital Assets 

Central bank group reports stablecoin risks, CBDC benefits

A Bank for International Settlements panel said the risks of using stablecoins for cross-border payments could outweigh the benefits.
November 01, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Digital Assets 

Risk or Reward: A Community Bank's Guide to AI

AI is the topic of conversation, particularly after generative AI tools like ChatGPT burst onto the landscape in late 2022. AI technology is developing at a dizzying pace, so what do community banks need to know about how to get started with AI, how it can be used to boost efficiency across departments—and how to manage the risks?
November 01, 2023 | Independent Banker   Payments 

White House releases executive order on AI standards

President Joe Biden signed an executive order to establish new safety, privacy, and equity standards for artificial intelligence.
October 31, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Technology 

Ag tech solutions forum this week

ICBA’s next ThinkTECH Solutions Forum will spotlight ag tech solutions that can help community banks keep pace with the competition.
October 31, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today  

IRS extends flexibilities on e-signatures, encrypted email

The Internal Revenue Service extended certain temporary flexibilities enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic, including its acceptance of digital signatures.
October 31, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Technology 

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