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The Madison, Wis.-based company bought Mirador, a digital platform that allows financial institutions to make quick lending decisions.

Mike Walsh, former CEO of Jefferson County Bancshares, has become a director at St. Louis Bank.

Customizing the customer experience will help credit unions keep up with evolving trends in service.

Credit unions could see a host of new growth opportunities from the online retailer's new headquarters, but concerns remain surrounding housing prices and infrastructure.

Norman Mann II, who has worked for the institution for more than a decade, will take over as president and CEO for Danny Gregg, who is retiring.

Consumers are stuck using outdated or easily compromised means of proving their identities in a world where banks and retailers need something better. Mastercard and Microsoft are teaming up to take on this monumental challenge.

Many credit unions have resumed normal operations, but some institutions locations in nearby Eagle River, closer to the epicenter, need more recovery time.

This will be the 10th consecutive special patronage dividend that the Ohio institution has paid out to members.

The Anchorage-based institution said its decision to enter the pot banking space was driven partly by public-safety concerns in a cash-based industry.

Members received payouts ranging from $10 to $250 per activity based on how they transact with the Colorado Springs-based institution.

Credit unions across the country continue to provide scholarships for college-bound students as part of their corporate philanthropy activities.

Simone Lagomarsino, former CEO of Heritage Oak Bank, will succeed John Biggs next month.

The company, which helps banks develop high-tech products and services, has agreed to buy Gro Solutions after recently completing its deal for Cloud Lending.

The credit union also reported increases in loans and membership.

The Mt. Pleasant, Wis.-based credit union has returned more than $7 million to members in the last three years.

Most CUs in the Anchorage area were closed Friday as residents and officials evaluated damage to facilities and infrastructure.

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Bernie Winne has been named temporary leader as the trade group searches for a successor to Paul Gentile.

Its bid for El Dorado Savings wasn’t the highest, but PacWest's image as a skilled dealmaker added value to its offer in the seller’s eyes.

The Panama City, Fla.-based institution has given $50 to members impacted by the storm while also providing free gas, Thanksgiving turkeys and more.