Payments

The payments landscape for community banks is changing rapidly as traditional payments converge with new instant payment systems and emerging cryptocurrencies. It is critical for Community Banks to maintain awareness of developments in the payments space to assess new opportunities, mitigate risks, and ensure that their payment strategy aligns with overall business plans.

Payments News

Independent Banker: Faster payments don’t have to lead to faster fraud

Oct 25, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
Addressing real-time payments fraud requires a combination of techniques—there's no silver bullet—according to the latest Independent Banker magazine.

Report: Stablecoins do not act as safe havens during crypto market stress

Oct 18, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
Stablecoins do not act as “safe havens” during crypto market stress, but their market capitalization drops after significant shocks, according to a Bank for International Settlements working paper.

Independent Banker: ICBA continues amplifying concerns in stablecoin debate

Oct 16, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
As lawmakers continue to debate a regulatory framework for stablecoins, the latest Independent Banker magazine highlights how ICBA remains engaged to ensure that policymakers address the concerns of community banks.