The agency had intended to block access to tax data by most lenders on June 30 as part of a policy change that sought to protect taxpayer privacy. But drew broad opposition from the financial services industry.

Through its integration with the auto manufacturer, Origence and its indirect lending subsidiary FI Connect aim to match buyers in need of auto loans to eligible credit unions.

Sound Credit Union said it would acquire Washington Business Bank in a cash deal slated to close in the fourth quarter.

An advocate for the credit union industry pushes back against "tired" and "recycled" criticism from bankers.

The $6.8 billion-asset institution partnered with FusionIQ to launch digitally advised and self-directed investment platforms as part of a push to attract and retain younger generations of consumers.

Surprise overdraft fees and charges incurred by consumers who cash bad checks likely violate the law, state Attorney General Rob Bonta said. His message was especially notable because it was aimed at smaller institutions that have gotten less scrutiny from Washington.

Auto-enrolling its membership for a credit-scoring tool offered by SavvyMoney helped Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union nearly double approvals across its credit card, personal and auto loan portfolios in early 2023.

The $4.4 billion-asset institution's 30-second commercial on Sunday sought to promote the idea of financial wellness as integral to "not-for-profit" banking and boost new member growth.

The $18.5 billion-asset institution saw member growth increase by 22% year-over-year and fund levels surge in the first six months of last year after deploying a new deposit origination platform.

Hood, who was first appointed to the National Credit Union Administration in 2005, explained what drove his focus on financial inclusion and the technology that promises to make it possible.

Navy Federal, the nation's largest credit union, is facing a lawsuit about its allegedly discriminatory mortgage lending practices.

The deal by the $11.8 billion-asset Global (formerly AlaskaUSA) to acquire First Financial Northwest Bank is one of the largest bank deals ever struck by a credit union.

Hudson Valley Credit Union, which has $6.9 billion of assets, is buying Catskill Hudson Bancorp, which has $593 million of assets — more than any bank acquired by a credit union last year.

The country's largest credit union is learning the hard way that failure to assure inclusivity in lending practices is a recipe for both financial and reputational damage.

The Colorado-based institution is overhauling its training procedures by using simulated VR experiences to prepare new member service representatives for their roles without the stress of serving live customers while supervisors watch.

The Federal Reserve would seem to offer a compelling alternative to the bank-backed RTP network, but some credit unions — which typically see bank systems as competitive threats — are making more nuanced choices.

Since first partnering with the digital banking software firm Q2 in 2019, Hoosier Hills Credit Union in Bedford has seen significant growth in new account openings and deposit balances due to stronger payroll processing capabilities.

After announcing a deal to buy the entirety of SunSouth Bank in Dothan last year, All In now plans to take over another bank's branches in Brewton, Clayton, Eufaula, Geneva and Louisville.

Credit unions have announced 11 deals for banks so far in 2023, five short of 2022's total.

Tanya Otsuka's confirmation gives the Democrats control of the National Credit Union Administration's board for the first time since 2016. Here's how that will impact its agenda.