ABA Banking Journal
Feb 25, 2026
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The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has approved projects to amend existing guidance on derivative accounting, in response to requests from the American Bankers Association and other stakeholders. The projects will consider hedge accounting...
OCC News Releases
Feb 25, 2026
Proposals
The OCC has proposed a rulemaking to implement the GENIUS Act; comment periods are open for public feedback.
ABA Banking Journal
Feb 25, 2026
Security
• More than 700 ATM jackpotting incidents occurred in the last year alone, accounting for over $20 million in losses. • The FBI issued a new alert regarding malware-enabled ATM jackpotting crimes on the...
Banking Dive
Feb 25, 2026
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• The Federal Reserve sees AI as a transformative technology similar to ATMs, which shifted labor from routine tasks to higher-value work. • However, there are concerns about potential negative impacts on the labor...
CISA Alerts
Feb 25, 2026
Security
CISA has issued an emergency directive requiring immediate action to secure Cisco SD-WAN systems; no specific deadline provided.
Banking Dive
Feb 25, 2026
Proposals
Payoneer has applied for a national trust bank charter from the OCC; at least seven such charters have been conditionally approved since December. This move by fintechs aims to issue and custody stablecoins.
Banking Dive
Feb 25, 2026
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The article discusses the potential acquisition of PayPal by a financial buyer, focusing on the significant size of the transaction. It questions whether a financial buyer is more likely than a tech company to...
Banking Dive
Feb 25, 2026
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Dennis Devine, a former KeyBank executive and CEO of Alliant Credit Union, has joined Wells Fargo to lead its business banking division. This move comes as Wells Fargo aims to expand its business banking...
Banking Dive
Feb 25, 2026
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The OCC is addressing an increase in new-bank applications by reallocating staff from the supervision side into one- or two-year rotations within its chartering arm; this move does not provide specific details on how...
Federal Register - FinCEN
Feb 25, 2026
Guidance
FinCEN invites public nominations for membership in the Bank Secrecy Act Advisory Group; three-year terms available.
Federal Register - CFPB
Feb 25, 2026
Rules
The article discusses the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (Regulation B), which prohibits discrimination in credit transactions based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, or because a person receives income from...
Federal Register - Credit Unions
Feb 25, 2026
Proposals
The NCUA Board proposes removing a redundant definition of statutory lien authority for FCUs. The provision has no material value as it does not assist in determining whether superseding laws exist.
Federal Register - Credit Unions
Feb 25, 2026
Proposals
• NCUA proposes to eliminate a provision related to credit union service contracts to reduce administrative costs and compliance complexity.
• The change aims to enable FCUs to serve their members more efficiently.
Federal Register - Credit Unions
Feb 25, 2026
Proposals
• The NCUA Board proposes to rescind a regulation regarding the refund of interest to members as it is deemed redundant. • This proposal reiterates existing authority granted by the Federal Credit Union Act...
Federal Register - Credit Unions
Feb 25, 2026
Proposals
- The NCUA Board proposes removing prescriptive lists of items in FCU policies for purchasing, selling, and pledging eligible obligations. - Detailed requirements regarding conflicts of interest and compensation will also be removed as...
Federal Register - Credit Unions
Feb 25, 2026
Proposals
The NCUA Board proposes amending the regulation to allow incentive and bonuses for employees, including senior management, based on lending metrics. The changes aim to provide clearer and more flexible standards while addressing past...
Federal Register - Credit Unions
Feb 25, 2026
Proposals
The NCUA Board proposes eliminating the requirement for new directors of federal credit unions to attain a working familiarity with finance and accounting within 6 months. The Board believes this regulation is unnecessarily prescriptive.
ABA Banking Journal
Feb 24, 2026
Enforcement
• BSA filings play a crucial role in most financial crime investigations by IRS-CI.
• The report highlights the importance of BSA data in uncovering and prosecuting crimes nationwide.
Federal Reserve Press
Feb 24, 2026
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The Board held two discount rate meetings on January 20 and 28, 2026, to discuss and set the discount rates for the upcoming quarter.
ABA Banking Journal
Feb 24, 2026
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The banking industry reported full-year net income of $295.6 billion in 2025, up $27.5 billion from 2024; Q4 2025 saw a net income of $77.7 billion.
ABA Banking Journal
Feb 24, 2026
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ABA recommends revisions to the proposed rule for auto loan tax deduction implementation; ABA argues banks will be crucial for its success.
ABA Banking Journal
Feb 24, 2026
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Consumer confidence has improved and could support resilient demand for consumer credit in the near term; this may impact lending practices.
Federal Reserve Press
Feb 24, 2026
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The Federal Reserve Board has issued an enforcement action against a former employee of First Financial Bank. No specific details about the actions or implications for Texas credit unions were provided in the article.
ABA Banking Journal
Feb 24, 2026
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• Home values have risen, increasing home equity for borrowers and potentially reducing default risk.
• The moderation in December's home price appreciation suggests a more stable housing market.
Banking Dive
Feb 24, 2026
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Private-equity firm General Atlantic, Brazilian bank BTG Pactual and funds managed by Blackstone and Qatar Investment Authority are among buyers of as much as 4.9% each; no explicit mention of Texas or Texas credit...