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From supplemental capital and field of membership to bankers getting more involved in NCUA’s process and the 18-month exam cycle, readers share their opinions on some of the hottest topics in the industry.

The age of Google Glass may be over, but 2015 saw wearable technology emerge in more subtle forms such as watches, rings and other items that appear more trendy than geeky. The payments industry is working to make the most of this fashionable trend.

A Great Basin FCU executive who had left is now back with the Reno-based CU and other credit union reps in the news.

It was a year of big deals, big promotions and, for some banks, big improvement. Here are the folks who emerged as winners in 2015.

Merger activity gained steam in 2015. Total bank-deal value reached its highest level since the financial crisis as more big agreements were announced. Regional banks were among the hungriest buyers, suggesting that tougher regulatory hurdles had become less of an M&A deterrent than in previous years.

The age of Google Glass may be over, but 2015 saw wearable technology emerge in more subtle forms such as watches, rings and other items that appear more trendy than geeky. The payments industry is working to make the most of this fashionable trend.

Credit Union Journal asked technology executives at credit unions and CUSOs across the nation to share what new technology solutions would make 2016 more merry and bright—and productive.

American Banker readers share their views on the most pressing banking topics of the week. Comments are excerpted from reader response sections of AmericanBanker.com articles and our social media platforms.

The banking industry had mixed opinions of the Fed's decision to boost rates. Most believe 25 basis points will do little to move the needle financially, but they are apprehensive about the impact more increases will have on deposits, lending and credit quality. Here is a sampling of what bankers have said in recent days.

Fearless forecasts from BankThink's stable of industry veterans, experts and critics.

First Financial names new CEO, Net Credit Union appoints new CFO and more CU executive moves.

A lot happened in 2015 to advance digital security, but a lot also happened to challenge the status quo and force merchants and financial institutions to rethink their strategies. Here are some of the key changes that took place in the past year.

Some are on the hot seat. Others are replacing legends or overseeing make-or-break initiatives — from big mergers to product expansions to tech overhauls. These are the bankers to keep an eye on in the new year.

American Banker readers share their views on the most pressing banking topics of the week. Comments are excerpted from reader response sections of AmericanBanker.com articles and our social media platforms.

A lot happened in 2015 to advance digital security, but a lot also happened to challenge the status quo and force merchants and banks to rethink their strategies. Here are some of the key changes that took place in the past year.

More C-Level executives named and other new hires and promotions at credit unions across the country.

Indications of fraud ebbed when refinancing was more prevalent, but now that home purchases are picking up, misrepresentations could increase, too.

Golden 1 welcomes three to the C suite and more new hires, promotions and appointments.

NCUA Board Member J. Mark McWatters marches in the Pulaski Day Parade and other credit union news.

Credit unions have a lot of work to do to modernize branches and keep their technology on par with other businesses' digital tools.