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Fed joins other agencies allowing alternative collection of Tax Identification Numbers
The Federal Reserve announced it joined other banking agencies and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network in permitting banks to obtain a Tax Identification Number from a third party rather than directly from customers.
August 01, 2025 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Federal Reserve
Is Your Bank Overspending on Tech?
It goes without saying that keeping up to date with the latest technology can cost a pretty penny, but many community banks don’t even realize some of their current technology practices are racking up a bill. To help save banks money, time and frustration, here are some things to look out for when assessing your tech budget.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Payments
Powering Potential: Unlock Your Leadership Potential With ICBA Resources
ICBA offers a comprehensive suite of resources designed to equip professionals with the tools and knowledge to thrive in our industry.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
How One Bank Tackled Online Gambling Friendly Fraud
A fraud case at Williamstown Bank sheds light on how community banks can combat rising online gaming “friendly fraud” claims and navigate Regulation E compliance hurdles.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Compliance
Out of Office: Evelyn Franco
The chief operating officer at $970 million-asset Frontier Bank of Texas in Elgin, Texas, is determined to hike and canyoneer through all 63 U.S. national parks alongside her sister.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
First American Bank Draws a Chalk Path of Kindness
First American Bank in Artesia, New Mexico, embraced the spirit of Random Acts of Kindness Month in February.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Boost Your Non-Interest Income with Credit Cards
SPONSORED | ICBA Payments helps community banks increase their non-interest income with credit card programs that span the revenue and risk spectrum.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Payments
Mickey Marshall: Mutual Banks Are Mutually Beneficial
Customer-owned mutual banks offer a community-focused banking model.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Advocacy
Jack E. Hopkins: Turning Vendors Into Partners With ICBA
“If ICBA has included a vendor [as a Preferred Service Provider or Corporate Member], we know they are a source that can be trusted.”
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Jacob Eisen: Make Payments a Strategic Budget Priority
Payments have transformed into a strategic opportunity. They no longer simply perform a routine function. Instead, they offer revenue potential, enhanced customer experiences and more.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
What Benefits Does Gen Z Value Most?
Gen Z and community banks are both purpose-driven, so attracting the youngest employees largely depends on which benefits companies offer. Here’s how some community banks are doing it.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Jim Reber: Manage Interest Rate Risk With Strategic Portfolio Decisions
Yield curve shape reflects bond market’s mood.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Growing the Community
West Shore Bank and Timberland Bank Offer Unique Avenues for Charitable Giving
West Shore Bank and Timberland Bank are fostering generosity by giving their customers unique avenues to support local charities, merging tradition with technology to make a lasting impact in local communities.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
CFO Roundtable: Interest Rates, Tariffs, Examiners
Amid the difficult economic environment community banks face today, our 2025 CFO Outlook survey shows a shift in priorities and thoughtful insight into changes to come. We talked with four community bank CFO respondents about what they’ve seen this year and what they expect from competition, tariffs and examiners going into 2026.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Rebeca Romero Rainey: Conversations Must Determine Our Innovation Budgets
“With innovation, ROI is about looking through the lens of overall impact, not just how it will affect us financially in the year ahead.”
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Member Milestones 2025: Community Banks Are Here to Stay
Community banking requires vigor, skill and passion to withstand the test of time. That’s why ICBA is honoring member banks celebrating 100, 125, 150, 175 and even 200 years in service. Read on for stories of how these community banks started out, persevered and have made a difference in their communities.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
KS Bank Helps Make Retirement Plans Happen
KS Bank’s wealth division provides retirement benefits planning services to its business clients to help them save money and attract and retain employees.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Why Community Banks Are Revamping Their CD Strategies
Certificates of deposit are nothing new, but these products’ reputation for reliability is leading some community banks to reposition and market them more competitively.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
The Most Notable 2025 Audit Updates So Far
A change in government leadership has led to adjustments in how examiners conduct audits. Learn what experts are seeing at a bank level.
August 01, 2025 |
Independent Banker
Compliance
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