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New ICBA Polling Shows Public Support for Policy Efforts Targeting Check Fraud

Following federal banking regulators’ recently issued request for information on potential agency actions to address check fraud and other forms of payments fraud, the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today announced polling results showing Americans support policy efforts to take on the scourge of check fraud.
July 01, 2025 | Press Release   Checks Fraud 

2025 Summer Internship Diaries - Vol. 2

The interns and a few other members of the ICBA team joined in on some team building activities with teambuilding.com!
July 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  
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Community Banks Step Up After California Wildfire Devastation

In the wake of the wildfires that devastated areas of southern California, community banks stepped up to help locals recover and rebuild. Community bankers in the area tell us how they addressed and eased the tragedy for employees, customers and neighbors alike.
July 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

How to Build an AI Policy at Your Community Bank

Artificial intelligence is here to stay, whether it’s generative AI, part of your bank’s neural network or both. That’s why having an AI policy is important—but how you go about writing it depends on how you plan to use this technology.
July 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Why Face-to-Face Lending Still Matters

Many people want face-to-face interaction when they’re on the cusp of a major financial decision. Community banks must offer both technology and in-person service to deliver a superior lending experience.
July 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Lending 

Instant Payments Insights Every Community Bank Needs

Vendors share their specialized insight into the instant payments market to help community banks understand how they can grow in this technology-forward area.
July 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Payments 

Build a Better Banking App With These 5 Tips

If you want your app to be a cut above the rest and give your customers the ideal experience, take note of accessibility, gamification, demographics and other appealing features.
July 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Alpine Bank Racks Up Thousands of Volunteer Hours

Alpine Bank’s “24 in ’24” campaign inspired employees to dedicate thousands of hours to the causes they care about, boosting staff and customer satisfaction along the way.
July 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Glacier Bank Inspires Young Minds at Annual Career Fair

When is the right time to learn about banking? Glacier Bank in Kalispell, Montana, believes financial literacy can start at any age. That’s why in April, the $28 billion-asset community bank’s Ronan, Montana, branch participated in a career fair for elementary students at Salish Kootenai College.
July 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

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