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As they look to cut costs, banks are looking across the globe for cheap spots to host parts of their operations. A new report identifies the best back-office bargains.

RSAC 2026

A near-collapse of the global software vulnerability database exposed critical weaknesses that could leave banks unable to track cyber threats.

The planned Altos Bank in Los Altos cleared a big hurdle this week when state regulators approved its application to open a startup bank. Organizers are hoping for a soft opening before year-end.

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American Banker's 2025 Small Business Banking conference yielded lessons about the need for speed, simplicity and safety in small-business lending. Other key takeaways included the significance of digital payment options and the importance of continuing to process SBA loan requests during the government shutdown.

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Nine months after acquiring Heartland Financial, Missouri's largest bank posted a complicated quarter.