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Basel panel proposes tighter standards on bank stablecoin exposures
The Basel Committee published a new consultation paper proposing to refine how it treats stablecoins in its standards for banks’ cryptoasset exposures.
ICBA Strongly Supports Senate Bill to Close ILC Loophole
ICBA today expressed its strong support for bipartisan legislation to close the industrial loan company (ILC) loophole, which allows commercial companies to own full-service banks without the same...
Williams: Community bankers focused on regulatory environment
ICBA Chairman Derek Williams discusses the community banking industry’s 2024 outlook in the latest “Banking with Interest” podcast from IntraFi.
ThinkTECH Accelerator registration open
Community bankers can now register to participate in the sixth ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program to meet with six emerging fintech companies advancing community bank innovation.
ICBA quarterly briefing today
ICBA today is hosting its fourth-quarter update on industry news and highlights.
ICBA quarterly briefing tomorrow
ICBA tomorrow is hosting its fourth-quarter update on industry news and highlights. Scheduled for 2 p.m. (Eastern time) tomorrow, Dec. 13
ICBA names Aaron Stetter as EVP of affiliate, volunteer relations
ICBA announced that Aaron Stetter is rejoining the organization in a newly created role as executive vice president of affiliate and volunteer relations.
The week ahead: final Fed meeting of 2023
The week ahead: final Fed meeting of 2023
Revised CDFI certification application released
The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund issued a revised CDFI certification application that addresses ICBA concerns with a previously released proposal.
FDIC: DIF restoration on track
The FDIC projects the Deposit Insurance Fund reserve ratio will likely reach its 1.35% minimum by the statutory deadline of Sept. 30, 2028, according to an agency update on its DIF restoration plan.
Fed holds rates steady, hints at 2024 cuts
The Federal Open Market Committee voted to hold target interest rates at a range of 5.25-5.50% and indicated rate cuts are on the table in 2024.
Postal Inspectors warning consumers about check washing
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is warning consumers about check washing, in which fraudsters change payee names and dollar amounts on checks and fraudulently deposit them.
ThinkTECH Connect set for today
ICBA today is hosting a fast and informative session to explore fintech solutions for community banks.
ICBA Supports Bill to Restrict Sale of ‘Trigger Leads’
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today expressed support for bipartisan legislation to help protect the financial privacy of mortgage applicants.
ICBA supports bill to clarify CFPB’s UDAAP authority
ICBA expressed support for new legislation designed to bring clarity and balance to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s application of its authority to oversee unfair, deceptive, and abusive...
Today: CDFI Fund webinar on revised certification application
The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund is slated to host a live webinar at 1:30 p.m. (Eastern time) today on its recently revised CDFI certification application.
Buhrmaster named New York Fed director
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York announced that former ICBA Chairman John Buhrmaster, president and CEO of 1st National Bank of Scotia, N.Y., has been elected as a Class A director representing...
ICBA Past Chairman Jim Ghiglieri dies
ICBA Past Chairman Jim Ghiglieri died Saturday morning. The former president of Alpha Financial Group in Toluca, Ill., served as ICBA chairman in 2007-2008.
FDIC committee on misconduct announces firm conducting review
The FDIC’s special committee to oversee a third-party review of the agency’s workplace culture and misconduct said it appointed the law firm of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP to conduct the...
OCC: 56.4% of examiners dedicated to midsize, community banks
The OCC said 56.4% of its examiners are assigned to midsize and community bank supervision, compared with 31% assigned to large bank supervision.
New podcast on ICBA Community
The latest episode of ICBA’s “Independent Banker” podcast spotlights the positive impact of the ICBA Community platform and how community bankers can make the most out of the platform.
FinCEN ceremony recognizes BSA reporting
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network held its ninth annual Law Enforcement Awards Program to recognize agencies that used Bank Secrecy Act data to successfully pursue and prosecute criminal...
ICBA Names Aaron Stetter as Executive Vice President, Affiliate and Volunteer Relations
ICBA today announced that Aaron Stetter is rejoining the organization in a newly created role as executive vice president, affiliate and volunteer relations.
ICBA announces next ThinkTECH Accelerator cohort
ICBA announced the selected companies for its sixth ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program.
Key offices report on crypto risks to financial sector
This year’s turmoil in the digital assets market exposed and elevated the high level of interconnectedness between digital assets firms and traditional markets, according to the federal Office of...
OCC issues guidance on ‘buy now, pay later’ lending
The OCC issued guidance to national banks and federal savings associations to address the risks associated with “buy now, pay later” lending.
ICBA urges President Biden to sign resolution blocking 1071 rule
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey called on President Joe Biden to sign a recently passed bipartisan resolution to overturn the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Section 1071 rule.
Romero Rainey, Merski again named top lobbyists
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey and ICBA Group Executive Vice President of Congressional Relations and Strategy Paul Merski were featured on The Hill’s 2023 list of the nation’s top...
ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator Cohort Revealed
The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) today announced the selected companies for its sixth ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program (AP6), which will focus on fintech solutions around...
ICBA: Agency use of AI could relieve data reporting burden
ICBA offered recommendations for an Office of Management and Budget proposal to establish artificial intelligence governance standards for federal agencies.
ICBA Statement on Revised CDFI Certification Application
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement on today’s Treasury Department and Community Development Financial Institutions Fund announcement on revisions to the CDFI...
Regulators rolling out off-cycle exams: Reuters
Reuters reported on bank regulators ramping up off-cycle examinations of community banks following large bank failures earlier this year.
ICBA's Romero Rainey, Merski Again Named to The Hill’s Top Lobbyist List
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey and ICBA Group Executive Vice President of Congressional Relations and Strategy Paul Merski are among the top association executives featured in The...
Here for good: help us celebrate community banking
The year is almost over, and we’d love your help to get ready for ICBA LIVE 2024, March 14-17. In line with the holiday spirit, we’re asking you to share how you and your bank are here for good:...
ThinkTECH session next week features quick fintech pitches
ICBA next week is hosting a fast and informative session to explore fintech solutions for community banks.
House committee chairman McHenry won’t seek reelection
House Financial Services Committee Chairman Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) announced he will retire from Congress at the end of his current term.
White paper warns of ‘triangulation’ fraud
The Financial Services Information Sharing and Analysis Center recently issued a white paper on triangulation fraud, a relatively new type of fraud that targets online shoppers and affects the...
CFPB to Congress: ICBA mortgage disclosure proposal could benefit housing market
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau promoted its recent approval of ICBA’s proposed template to improve mortgage disclosures in testimony before Congress.
Independent Banker features Best Community Banks to Work For
The December issue of ICBA Independent Banker magazine features the 2023 Best Community Banks to Work For recipients.
ThinkTECH Accelerator registration open
Community bankers can now register to participate in the sixth ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program to meet with six emerging fintech companies advancing community bank innovation.