Some people think that dreaming big means you think too highly of yourself—that big dreams signal you are arrogant or perhaps directionless. But in truth, having big dreams means you are determined to live [...]
As the Europe Union prepares to implement its comprehensive General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the lack of action by U.S. financial institutions and regulators concerning data privacy is becoming harder to ignore. The GDPR [...]
The evolving regulatory technology marketplace presents both opportunities and challenges for credit unions. Today’s “regtech” providers are focused on the application of advanced, innovative technology, such as machine learning and artificial intelligence, to the [...]
If you and your partner are marriage minded, you may have recently become engaged. Valentine’s Day is the second most popular day of the year to get engaged, after Christmas Day. In fact, almost [...]
I’ve visited hundreds of credit union websites over the years, conducting research for various projects and reviews. Many of them are excellent. In the last few years, the quality has gone through the roof [...]
“It's about getting things down to one number. Using the stats the way we read them, we'll find value in players that no one else can see. People are overlooked for a variety of biased [...]
More than two-thirds of Americans aren’t exactly in love with their digital banking offerings these days, and many are ready to walk awayfrom their financial institutions because of it, according to a new survey. [...]
While a lot of people have heard of credit unions, the advantages in membership remain mostly unknown unless you happen to be a member or know someone who is. Most people tend to think they [...]
Are you wondering how to help your financial institution better compete in the changing online banking landscape? Maybe you're concerned that the shift of consumers toward Fintech online-only banks might eventually drive your FI out [...]
In my opinion, the first Sunday after the Super Bowl is the most depressing day of the year. After months of having every Sunday filled with excitement and record-breaking moments, you suddenly have a day [...]
Credit union interest in Big Data is at an all-time high. The promise of predictive analytics and other Big Data opportunities will be a key part of helping the industry compete more effectively with traditional [...]
I recently started reading articles from Psychology Today, and the information has been grand. Here's the first gem I plucked: Winning at Life...by not Losing. The author noted a study and book that looked [...]
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau released its five-year strategic plan this week, establishing its mission, strategic goals and strategic objectives. Working with the CFPB on a number of credit union priorities is on CUNA’s [...]
NAFCU President and CEO Dan Berger discussed the role of fintech companies in today's financial marketplace and explained why any company that engages in core banking functions should be regulated the same way as credit [...]
Aw, crap! It’s Valentine’s Day! All of the restaurants are booked. That concert she’s been hinting about for months is sold out. Not even Amazon can save you now. It doesn’t [...]
