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Why banks are becoming B Corps

A number of community banks have joined a coalition of companies whose commitment to better business practices—from worker benefits to leadership structure—is certified by a third-party nonprofit. These B Corps, designated by the B Lab, are a growing force that count many financial institutions and household brands as members. Could being a B Corp benefit your community bank?
March 01, 2019 | Independent Banker  

Let's define 'unfair, deceptive or absuive'

More than its predecessors, the Unfair, Deceptive, or Abusive Acts or Practices can be a murky regulation for compliance officers. How well do you know the ins and outs of UDAAP?
March 01, 2019 | Independent Banker   Compliance 

12 Winning Vendor Negotiation Tips

Finding a new vendor can be a test of your negotiation skills, especially when nearly everything in business is negotiable. Follow these 12 tips from ICBA's executive vice president and chief digital strategy officer, Prabash Shrestha, to glean his winning tips and strategies for vendor negotiation.
February 26, 2019 | Payments Quarterly  

Report Notes Solid, But Slower Growth in 2018

The Federal Reserve said it will stick to its “patient” approach as it determines future adjustments amid concerns of a slowing global economy and last year’s financial turmoil, according to the central bank’s annual report to Congress.
February 25, 2019 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Federal Reserve 

Minnesota Bank Drives Support for Local Non-Profits

In the latest issue of Bancard Confidential, Kimball, Minnesota-headquartered Harvest Bank shares how it has leveraged ICBA Bancard's charitable giving platform to help support local non-profits and charitable organizations in the communities it serves.
February 20, 2019 | Payments Quarterly  

ICBA Advocates Uniformity, Certainty in FCC Rules

ICBA and other financial services trade associations filed an amicus brief with the Supreme Court, advocating for uniformity and certainty in hearing challenges to FCC rules.
February 20, 2019 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   FCC 

ICBA Expands Toolkit to Promote Savings

ICBA updated its Tell Your Story toolkit with a customizable press release to help community bankers encourage financial responsibility during America Saves Week, slated for Feb. 25-March 2.
February 20, 2019 | ICBA NewsWatch Today  

Are Biometrics the Future of Payments Authentication?

Could a fingerprint or iris scan be the answer to consumer password fatigue? Perhaps. In China, several face-detecting technologies are being used to authorize payments, with the Alipay “Smile to Pay” mobile app among the most popular.
February 12, 2019 | Payments Quarterly  

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