Payments & Tech

Leaders weigh in on how to ensure a successful core conversion that streamlines operations and enhances customer experiences.

Learn how middleware for community banks enables core banking modernization without a full replacement. 

Fintechs are making technological advancements to help ease the credit card chargeback load on community banks.

SPONSORED | A core evaluation doesn't have to be daunting. Discover how community banks navigate complex integrations, align technology with strategic goals and experience considerable savings with a trusted, partner-led advisory approach.

Due in part to AI, technology and security risks are rapidly evolving, pushing community banks to think about technology planning beyond the traditional budget cycle. Several community banks told us how they’re balancing technology adoption, timing and investment priorities.

SPONSORED | Modern branch design is only half the story. Community banks that break free from fragmented systems and embrace a more unified, flexible technology foundation unlock faster service, stronger visibility, and the agility to evolve—without sacrificing the personal connections customers value most.

While the federal government appears to be phasing out paper checks, checks aren’t going away as a payment method anytime soon. We look at how checks are evolving, and how community banks can advocate for fraud solutions and check infrastructure to continue to serve their customers’ needs.

SPONSORED | To stay competitive and continue providing the vital banking services their communities depend on, community banks need every advantage available to grow high-value relationships. Reciprocal deposits are an essential tool that allow community banks to support local deposit and lending needs.

Digital wallets are now the transactional platform of choice. A Worldpay study projected that by 2030, digital wallets will be used in 44% of all U.S. e-commerce and 26% of in-store transactions.