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Crypto provides a new tool for underbanked consumers, says DigitalMint's Marc Grens.

A pilot program that would let banks, credit unions and challenger banks bid to offer financial services within rural and inner-city post offices could be a first step in serving the underbanked while also helping to shore up the U.S. Postal Service's finances.

Institutions large and small are either creating new positions or elevating existing diversity heads to C-suite roles. Will the moves help banks improve equality within their ranks and better serve their communities?

The credit union, formerly known as Kern Schools FCU, selected an internal candidate to take the helm once Stephen P. Renock, IV, retires in July.

Chief Financial Officer Matt Koch will take the helm later this year when longtime CEO Clark Yelverton retires.

An industry coalition wants to ensure borrowers who took out certain types of loans to fund their education aren’t locked out of access to historically low mortgage rates.

James Gutierrez will remain on the board of directors and is trying to arrange financing to help keep the struggling company afloat.

Mark Turnham is set to retire from the Portland, Ore.-based credit union, having worked there since 1980.

Jared Freeman will take over at the Harahan, La.-based institution having previously served in leadership roles at a variety of other credit unions.

Andrea Thune will take the helm next month, succeeding Jeffrey Fragale, who is retiring.