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The most notable quotes from American Banker stories of the previous week. Readers are encouraged to add their own observations in the Comments fields at the bottom of each slide.

Washington's public policy battles continue to dominate the spotlight, but important skirmishes are also playing out in state capitals. Here's a look at important banking-related bills that have been introduced in state legislatures this year, including some that have already been passed or defeated.

A selection of images featuring credit unions’ efforts in their communities.

In a few short years, Starbucks became one of the most noteworthy companies in mobile payments. These 11 decisions are the key ingredients in its strategy.

American Banker readers share their views on the most pressing banking topics of the week. As excerpted from the Comments sections of AmericanBanker.com articles.

Never before have Washington's bitter bipartisan battles created a more contentious environment for would-be financial regulators who make their way up Capitol Hill seeking Senate approval. That's the popular notion, anyway. In truth, the Congressional approval process has long been fraught for financial regulators, as the following examples illustrate.

The most notable quotes from American Banker stories of the previous week. Readers are encouraged to add their own observations in the Comments fields at the bottom of each slide.

Chief executive jobs become available all the time at banks of various sizes. Here is a pool of hot candidates, based on discussions with executive recruiters.

A selection of images featuring credit unions’ efforts in their communities.

Virtual currencies have finally garnered enough of a following to make the U.S. government react. Bitcoin's a big focus, but even companies like Facebook and Amazon.com may have to take FinCEN's new rules into account.

Many financial A-listers have either written books about the financial crisis or are working on them. Among the most recent to announce: Timothy Geithner, who stepped down as Treasury Secretary in January. Following are some notable examples of those taking a crack at writing first drafts of financial crisis history.

American Banker readers share their views on the most pressing banking topics of the week. As excerpted from the Comments sections of AmericanBanker.com articles.

Banks often disclose the nature of their largest lending relationships in regulatory filings, and the level of detail is interesting. Here are some notable examples.

Lawmakers and banking regulators are showing irrational exuberance, says risk management expert and veteran banker Richard J. Parsons.

First Niagara (FNFG) Chief Executive John Koelmel, an aggressive bank buyer who described himself in basketball terms as a "shooter," fittingly lost his job on the eve of the March Madness tournament. Here's a look at his trajectory at the bank.

The most notable quotes from American Banker stories of the previous week. Readers are encouraged to add their own observations in the Comments fields at the bottom of each slide.

A number of bank chief executives have ties to teams in this year's NCAA men's basketball tournament. Here are some prominent examples.