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What exactly is encryption, and how does it work?

Whether data is in storage or being beamed across the internet, the security expert’s motto is “Encryption everywhere” to ensure that information is safe. But what exactly is it, and how does it...

Nov 01, 2017
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Payments

Internal audit: in-house or third-party?

An internal audit reveals opportunities for improvement across the board, making your community bank safer and more efficient. Take a look at the pros and cons of conducting an internal audit...

Nov 01, 2017
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Compliance

Timeline: 180 years of banking technology

A look at the history of retail banking technology—and where it’s going.

Nov 01, 2017
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Payments

2017 ICBA National Community Bank Service Award Honorees

In extraordinary circumstances, this year’s National Community Bank Service Award honorees have gone the extra mile for their communities.

Sep 01, 2017
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How to boost creativity at your bank

Large corporations that lack the agility of startups often turn to “intrapreneurship” to make time and space for creative development in the workplace. Should community banks be doing the same?

Jun 01, 2017
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Growing the Community

Qualitative ALLL

Considering qualitative factors in calculating loan-loss allowances

Mar 01, 2016
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Compliance

What happens when a bank hits $10 billion?

How—and when—should you prepare for the regulatory and cultural aftershocks? And can smaller but ambitious community banks learn from these best-practice preparations?

Feb 01, 2017
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Compliance

E-Signature Approval

Legally and operationally, digital John Hancocks come of age in lending.

Sep 14, 2015
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Payments

Is Your Bank Overspending on Tech?

It goes without saying that keeping up to date with the latest technology can cost a pretty penny, but many community banks don’t realize some of their current tech practices are racking up a bill.

Aug 01, 2025
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Payments

Scott Anchin: How to Prevent Wire Fraud

With electronic payments increasingly the norm, wire fraud is becoming more common and varied in format.

Aug 01, 2025
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Compliance

Powering Potential: Unlock Your Leadership Potential With ICBA Resources

ICBA offers a comprehensive suite of resources designed to equip professionals with the tools and knowledge to thrive in our industry.

Aug 01, 2025
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How One Bank Tackled Online Gambling Friendly Fraud

A fraud case at Williamstown Bank sheds light on how community banks can combat rising online gaming “friendly fraud” claims and navigate Regulation E compliance hurdles.

Aug 01, 2025
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Compliance

Out of Office: Evelyn Franco

The chief operating officer at $970 million-asset Frontier Bank of Texas in Elgin, Texas, is determined to hike and canyoneer through all 63 U.S. national parks alongside her sister.

Aug 01, 2025
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First American Bank Draws a Chalk Path of Kindness

First American Bank in Artesia, New Mexico, embraced the spirit of Random Acts of Kindness Month in February.

Aug 01, 2025
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Boost Your Non-Interest Income with Credit Cards

ICBA Payments helps community banks increase their non-interest income with credit card programs that span the revenue and risk spectrum.

Aug 01, 2025
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Payments

Mickey Marshall: Mutual Banks Are Mutually Beneficial

Customer-owned mutual banks offer a community-focused banking model.

Aug 01, 2025
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Advocacy

Jack E. Hopkins: Turning Vendors Into Partners With ICBA

When faced with a crisis, community banks step up.

Aug 01, 2025
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Jacob Eisen: Make Payments a Strategic Budget Priority

Payments have transformed into a strategic opportunity. They no longer simply perform a routine function. Instead, they offer revenue potential, enhanced customer experiences and more.

Aug 01, 2025
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Yes, You CAN Offer Government-Guaranteed Lending Without Burdening Staff

Government-guaranteed lending isn’t just smart—it’s essential for community banks looking to serve more local businesses, add non-interest income, and stay competitive.

Sep 01, 2025
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Lending

Q&A: Growth-Related Challenges for the Evolving Community Bank

Whether growing organically or through M&A, even positive change can present challenges. We talked to two community bankers about considerations and issues they’ve noticed as their banks have grown.

Sep 01, 2025
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Growing the Community

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