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Barr: Fed program on novel activities will continue to grow

The Federal Reserve’s new program to supervise novel, technology-driven activities in the banks it oversees will continue to grow as new technologies emerge, Fed Vice Chair for Supervision Michael Barr said.
September 11, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Technology 

ICBA urges bipartisan response to SBA 7(a) changes ahead of House markup

ICBA and other groups urged the House Small Business Committee to work toward a bipartisan response to recent Small Business Administration changes to its 7(a) loan program.
September 11, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Small Business Lending Small Business Administration 

ICBA community bankers discuss navigating challenges in new video

ICBA leadership community bankers discussed the vital role of community banks in a video discussion with the Travillian executive search and talent advisory firm.
September 11, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Community Bank Awareness 

Derek Williams: At the Heart of Service

There’s a commitment to the community that’s based on one fact: Service is not something we strive for; it’s simply a part of who we are.
September 11, 2023 | Independent Banker  

ICBA rejects Kevin O’Leary’s inaccurate message on bank lending

ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey pushed back against erroneous claims from television personality Kevin O'Leary that banks are not lending to small businesses in the current economic environment.
September 08, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Lending 

Chopra: CFPB’s 1033 proposal coming next month

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau next month will propose standards for sharing consumer financial data, CFPB Director Rohit Chopra said.
September 08, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Compliance 

Community bank net income rises 3.4% in Q2

Community banks reported a 3.4% second-quarter increase in net income from the previous quarter and a 0.7% increase from the same period a year ago, according to the FDIC’s latest Quarterly Banking Profile.
September 08, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Community Bank Awareness 

How Technology Can Simplify Banks' Workflow

As compliance obligations mount, community bankers reveal the benefits regtech brings to their banks and offer tips for finding the right partners.
September 08, 2023 | Independent Banker   Compliance Payments 

Rebeca Romero Rainey: Advocate for a Positive Environment

We advocate for community bankers to continue to have an environment where they can help their customers, and we respond creatively to ensure our customers still have access to solutions that meet their needs.
September 07, 2023 | Independent Banker  

FDIC launching new site for consumer compliance, CRA exam activities

The FDIC said it will launch a new Banker Engagement Site through FDICconnect this month for examination-related activities.
September 06, 2023 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Compliance 

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