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Credit Union Members Want Rewards on the Tech Agenda

October 06, 2026
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The Credit Union Branch Gets a New Scorecard
Credit Unions // September 29, 2026

As routine transactions move to digital channels, credit unions can use branches for account opening, financial guidance and other interactions that require more personal assistance. The scenario takes shape amid the apparent disconnect in how Gen Z uses physical banking. Just 28% of Gen Z...

Small Businesses Create Big Openings for Cross-Border Payments
SMBs // September 24, 2026

Small businesses could give credit unions their next opening for growth, with demand for artificial intelligence financial tools running ahead of consumer interest. The PYMNTS Intelligence report “The Practical AI Opportunity: Why SMBs Want Guidance Before Automation” revealed in June that 75% of small- to...

Court Shields Federal Credit Unions From Illinois Swipe Fee Law
Legal & Regulation // September 23, 2026

A U.S. District Court ruled Tuesday (Sept. 22) that federal credit unions cannot be forced to comply with the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act (IFPA), according to a Tuesday press release issued by the co-plaintiffs in a lawsuit challenging the law. The order extended to federal credit...

Bed Bath & Beyond Launches Homeownership Program With Alliant
Partnerships // September 21, 2026

Bed Bath & Beyond is continuing its pivot beyond the home decor world via a new partnership with Alliant Credit Union. The companies on Monday (Sept. 21) announced the Journey Home program,  designed to help people “prepare financially, purchase a home, and manage the transition...

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Credit Union Members Want Rewards on the Tech Agenda

October 06, 2026
Credit unions deciding where to put their next technology dollar are getting a different answer from consumers than they might expect. The PYMNTS Intelligence playbook “Credit Union Innovation Readiness: The Rewards Opportunity Credit Unions Can No Longer Ignore,” produced in collaboration with Velera, found in August that 27% of consumers who want their financial institution […]

The Credit Union Branch Gets a New Scorecard

September 29, 2026
As routine transactions move to digital channels, credit unions can use branches for account opening, financial guidance and other interactions that require more personal assistance. The scenario takes shape amid...

Small Businesses Create Big Openings for Cross-Border Payments

September 24, 2026
Small businesses could give credit unions their next opening for growth, with demand for artificial intelligence financial tools running ahead of consumer interest. The PYMNTS Intelligence report “The Practical AI...

Where Credit Union Cards Can Win More Spending

September 15, 2026
Credit unions have a challenge that is more specific than simply getting members to use their cards more often. The July 2026 edition of “Credit Union Innovation Readiness: Consumers Trust...

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Court Shields Federal Credit Unions From Illinois Swipe Fee Law

September 23, 2026
A U.S. District Court ruled Tuesday (Sept. 22) that federal credit unions cannot be forced to comply with the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act (IFPA), according to a Tuesday press release issued by the co-plaintiffs in a lawsuit challenging the law. The order extended to federal credit unions a permanent injunction that the court previously applied to […]

Bed Bath & Beyond Launches Homeownership Program With Alliant

September 21, 2026
Bed Bath & Beyond is continuing its pivot beyond the home decor world via a new partnership with Alliant Credit Union. The companies on Monday (Sept. 21) announced the Journey...

Nasdaq Verafin and Stablecore Help Banks Spot Financial Crime Across Cash and Crypto

September 15, 2026
Nasdaq Verafin and Stablecore partnered to help financial institutions detect financial crimes across fiat and digital asset activity, Nasdaq said in a Tuesday (Sept. 15) press release. The partnership brings...

Bank Regulators Move to Cut Third-Party Compliance Burdens

September 11, 2026
Four federal agencies are seeking comment on proposed guidance to help financial institutions manage risk associated with third-party relationships. The proposed third-party risk management guidance and the request for comment...