PSCU Payments Index – March 2023 Edition
March 16, 2023 – PSCU – the nation’s premier payments CUSO and an integrated financial technology solutions provider – published the March edition of the PSCU Payments Index, the goal
February Spending Trends: Opportunities to revive and engage
CO-OP Solutions Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from February 1-28) March 15, 2023 – Uneasiness about the current economy continued as most spending categories were
Tech Credit Union selects PSCU for debit card processing services
March 9, 2023 – PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated financial technology solutions provider, today announced that Tech Credit
Collabria Financial renews partnership with Co-op Solutions to buoy competitive credit products
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GAC23: Significance of today’s growing CUSO marketplace for credit unions
Seth Brickman, President of QCash Financial, Jack Antonini, President/CEO of NACUSO, and Mary Beth Spuck, President/CEO of Resource One Credit Union joined us in the Studio Lounge to discuss
Preparing for Regulation II
By: Chuck Fagan, President and CEO, PSCU In October 2022, the Federal Reserve issued a final ruling on Regulation II (Durbin Amendment), which requires two
Raise your shade, raise some money for CMNH and NCUF
Back by popular demand, Co-op is again asking for your selfies to support this year’s #ShadesUpforKids campaign to raise money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
3 ways to make the economy work better for women
Small farms are plentiful in Hà Giang, a province in the forested hills of northern Vietnam where Luu Thi Hoa started Po My, an agricultural
Co-op Solutions Introduces Co-op Pay Network to Help Credit Unions Optimize Debit Profitability
New Debit POS Network Formed Specifically for Credit Unions March 3, 2023 – To position credit unions to receive the most favorable debit point-of-sale terms,
CU Broadcast Episode #3132: How CUSOs are valued in today’s fast-paced, financial services marketplace…
Seth Brickman, President of QCash Financial, Jack Antonini, President/CEO of NACUSO, and Mary Beth Spuck, President/CEO of Resource One Credit Union joined us on the show to share their
January spending trends: New year, new uncertainty
CO-OP Solutions Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from January 1-31) With a strong holiday shopping season in the rear-view mirror, January spending results were muted
Co-op Solutions’ New Strategic Provider Program adds NYDIG to roster of best-in-class partners
NYDIG Empowers Credit Union Members to Buy and Sell Digital Assets Through Trusted Source February 21, 2023 – Co-op Solutions is partnering with NYDIG, the
PSCU named one of America’s best midsize employers by Forbes
Company ranked in top 40 overall and recognized as a top five employer in the Banking and Financial Services industry February 21, 2023— PSCU, the nation’s
5 common cloud security myths
A common concern about the cloud is that it represents an additional security vulnerability. In reality, there are security risks that are actually mitigated by
Add cybersecurity goals to your New Year’s resolutions
For many of us, the beginning of a new year means taking up new habits and goals, often around working toward a healthier lifestyle. We
What your credit union can do to prevent losses as P2P fraud continues to rise
Person-to-person (P2P) fraud continues to be a top concern for credit unions and members alike. And it’s no wonder; as the ease in which consumers
Ezra Eckhardt of STCU Appointed To Co-op Solutions Board of Directors
Service to Country, Community and the Credit Union Movement Characterizes Eckhardt’s Career February 13, 2023 – Ezra Eckhardt, President/CEO of STCU of Spokane, Washington, has
Credit Union Conversations: A Talk with NACUSO’s Jack Antonini
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Co-op Solutions announces its new Strategic Provider Program to connect credit unions with best-in-class partners
Program Will Help Credit Unions Streamline Procurement Processes as well as Save Time and Money February 6, 2023 – Co-op Solutions is introducing its Strategic
February 28, 2023 is the Deadline to send in your Comment Letter to Support NCUA’s Modernization of Loan Rules
At their December Board Meeting, the NCUA proposed a modernization to their regulations covering Loan Participations, Eligible Obligations and Notes of Liquidating Credit Unions. We see
Digital payday loan ads, a new financial health challenge
As we stated on last week’s blog on “rent-a-banks,” the battle against the slippery predatory payday lenders is a long one; like a costly game of Whack-A-Mole,
Digital banking: From cost center to profit center
By 2028, the global digital banking market size is estimated to surpass $10.3 trillion—an omnipresence that regional banks and credit unions cannot afford to ignore. Financial
Crypto regulation is coming. Here’s how it could take shape
“In the end, I’m hoping that one day digital assets will actually become boring. And that’s actually one of my aspirational goals.” Of all the
Co-op Solutions’ THINK 23 Conference to tackle “The Invisible Revolution”
Jim McKelvey, Ron Shevlin First Announced Speakers for May 2-4, 2023, Strategic Growth Event February 1, 2023 – Co-op Solutions will be helping credit unions
NACUSO’s Comment Letter to the proposed financial innovation: Loan participations, eligible obligations, and notes of liquidating credit unions regulation
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Curql Collective, CSS to host VentureTech in November
January 26, 2023 – Curql Collective and CUNA Strategic Services have announced to plans to host VentureTech 2023 Nov. 6-8 at the Omni Frisco Hotel in Frisco, Texas.
PSCU Partners with Communication Federal Credit Union for credit card processing services
January 24, 2023 – PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced a new partnership with Communication Federal Credit Union (CFCU). CFCU selected
5 Business banking trends to watch in 2023
The digital banking landscape is in a constant state of change. As we enter the new year, financial institutions (FIs) are preparing for a range
Advantages of home equity loans for borrowers and lenders
By Chris Meade When a borrower comes to your institution seeking funds, most often aren’t arriving with a specific type of loan in mind. They have a need
What’s in store for 2023? Here are 5 spending predictions for the New Year
From lingering pandemic-era supply chain issues, rising inflation, and ongoing Fed rate increases, to the war in Ukraine, tech company layoffs, and a volatile stock
Davos takeaways: The economy, blockchain and building trust by accelerating inclusion
DAVOS — As multiple crises continue across the globe — including a war just 1,200 miles from this tiny Swiss village — decision-makers gathered this past
Origence declares $50 per share dividend
IRVINE, Calif.– Origence said it is issuing a $50 per share dividend for calendar year 2022. The dividend represents a yield on investment of up to 6%
December Spending Trends: Signs of hope for the new year
CO-OP Solutions Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from December 1-31) January 18, 2023 – A strong holiday shopping season—along with emerging signs of a gentle
PSCU announces Keynote Speakers and DEI Panel for Member Forum 2023
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) panel includes Tampa leaders Mayor Jane Castor, Darcie Glazer Kassewitz and Thaddeus M. Bullard January 17, 2022 – PSCU, the
IVRs: An Important Asset for Your Credit Union
In today’s technology-driven world, many financial institutions are implementing the latest technology to keep up with the ever-evolving needs of their accountholders. While this is
3 Fraud Predictions for 2023
As we turn the page on 2022, losses from fraud remain a significant threat for credit unions, their members and businesses. Consider that U.S. consumers
Trust in tech has eroded: Here are 3 ways to rebuild it
Any time I use my phone, new data is created. The same is true whenever I glance at my smartwatch, when I travel to work,
Joan Opp of Stanford FCU elected new Board Chairperson of Co-op Solutions
Opp Joined Co-op Board in 2015, Previously Serving as Treasurer and Vice Chair January 11, 2023 – Joan Opp, President/CEO of Stanford Federal Credit Union,
A CUSO funded by 23 credit unions buys Affinity Federal Credit Union’s headquarters in Basking Ridge, NJ
Affinity Federal Credit Union will lease back the property for twenty years in a transaction coordinated by the CUSO CU Capital Management January 9, 2023 – CU
Public Service Credit Union’s Project Giveback
January 4, 2023 – The tradition of giving back continues for Public Service Credit Union. For the past 3 years now, PSCU has sent out
4 things leaders should zero in on in 2023
2022 comes to a close this weekend and while planning for the year to come is an exciting task, there is an overwhelming amount of
How credit unions can become holistic wealth managers for their members
State-of-the-art technology can enable credit unions to become financial hubs for their members By Justin Steitz, Chief Operating Officer, Copper Financial Credit unions have long histories
Business credit cards are an untapped opportunity for credit unions
The U.S. small business sector represents a huge and growing market opportunity for credit unions—one that is largely underserved by big banks and other financial
During a turbulent year for crypto, these people are working to make blockchain better
It’s been a rocky year for cryptocurrencies. Several major industry players are ringing out 2022 with bankruptcies. A string of high-profile collapses helped drain the
Co-op Solutions Completes 2022 With Key Achievements Reflecting its Role as Leading Credit Union Partner
Record Revenue Combines with Commitment to Originating Fintech Services to Propel CU Growth December 19, 2022 – In a year when the company rebranded as
Trellance to set up office space at Filene Research Institute in Madison, Wisconsin
December 15, 2022 – Trellance, a leading technology partner providing innovative analytics, cloud and talent solutions to credit unions, has partnered with the Filene Research
PSCU Announces annual dividend for fiscal year 2022
December 15, 2022 – PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced its annual patronage dividend for the 2022 fiscal year
PSCU Payments Index – December 2022 Edition
December 14, 2022 – PSCU – the nation’s premier payments CUSO and an integrated financial technology solutions provider – published the December edition of the PSCU Payments Index, the goal
Delivering on Digital: Three phases to a better, faster customer experience
The COVID-19 pandemic dramatically accelerated the shift to digital. As storefronts, branches, and even workforces moved online, lenders faced an increase in online fraud and
Skip-a-Pay for the holidays
The holidays are upon us and seasonal retail sales are expected to jump between 6 to 8 percent during the 2022 holiday season, fueled by consumers’ eagerness
The Mastercard Economics Institute’s economic outlook for 2023: What the ‘multi-speed’ global economy means
In 2023, the Mastercard Economics Institute expects to see a multi-speed global economy defined by uneven outcomes, where some countries, companies and individuals are more exposed to
November Spending Trends: Despite resilient holiday shopping season, overall spending volume falls
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Leadership lessons from the World Cup
Whether you’re a soccer fan or not, it’s hard to ignore one of the largest sporting spectacles on Earth – the World Cup. While the
For the financial health of members, credit unions must become major players in the API economy
By Nelson Fisher, Principal Product Owner, Co-op Solutions Designing the “seamless” digital experience that financial consumers expect ironically requires a lot of attention to seams. Behind today’s
2022 Eye on payments: Part II — income and economic concerns influence payment preferences, including emerging payment methods
By: Tom Pierce, Chief Marketing Officer, PSCU The uncertain economic outlook has been at the forefront of consumers’ minds throughout 2022. Despite monthly interest rate
Where does crypto go from here?
Today, she is one of the world’s foremost experts on digital currencies. But as a PhD candidate in computer science at MIT in the mid-2010s,
New white paper from Co-op Solutions provides a blueprint for building member-centric growth strategies
December 6, 2022 – Co-op Solutions has unveiled a new industry white paper designed to help credit unions both plan and execute their own highly effective member-centricity
Commercial Alliance passes $1B in commercial loans
December 5, 2022 – On the strength of generating over $270 million in new commercial loans so far in 2022, Commercial Alliance’s commercial loan portfolio
The best practices of data driven credit unions
The following is an article written by Trellance’s Vice President of Professional Services, Suchit Shah. The article originally appeared on CUInsight.com The year 2025 is not
Help for the holidays—from chatbots
The holidays bring on a flurry of activity for most businesses every year. Even with the potential of a recession looming over us, there seems
3 Ways to keep your mortgage pipeline full in a volatile market
In the face of impending volatility, like we see on the horizon now, organizations often react by tightening spending and doubling down on the revenue-driving
Oceans apart, our mission is the same
Supporting the Credit Union Movement in Africa By: Molly Walker, VP, Employee Learning, PSCU The credit union movement began with a simple idea — that
How to ‘sleigh’ those holiday scams
6 tips for shopping safe this holiday season: The holidays are here and so are the sales! It was only a few years ago that
Illuma integrates voice authentication solution with Genesys Cloud CX™
Credit unions can now deploy voice verification and fraud prevention software on the all-in-one, composable cloud experience orchestration platform from Genesys. November 29, 2022 –
Partnership between Trellance and DQLabs brings modern data quality and business analytics to credit unions
A partnership between business analytics and talent services provider Trellance and modern data quality platform provider, DQLabs, is opening the door for more credit unions to access AI-enhanced
October spending trends: Mixed economic signals ahead of holiday shopping season
November 16, 2022 – Mixed economic signals are leaving consumers feeling uneasy ahead of the holiday shopping season. Jobs grew by 261,000 in October. Although
Saving the Planet One Card at a Time
By: Neal Fitzgerald, Strategic Product Manager, Payment Experiences at PSCU National Recycling Day falls annually on November 15, serving as a reminder about the importance of
PSCU Payments Index – November 2022 Edition
Today, PSCU – the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) – published the November edition of the PSCU Payments Index, the goal of which is to provide information and insights to
Mastercard SpendingPulse anticipates 15%* U.S. retail sales growth on Black Friday
According to Mastercard SpendingPulseTM, U.S. retail sales excluding automotive is expected to grow +15% on Black Friday compared to last year. Mastercard SpendingPulse measures in-store and
Building a hybrid culture that thrives
One of the most popular sessions at big.bright.minds. was the continuing conversation around the future of work. Hint: it’s likely hybrid. SAVE TO MY LIBRARY
Now is the time to adapt to changing member trust
By Carrie Stapp, VP of Integrated Marketing and Commercialization The once inextricable link between trust and long-term relationships may be fading. That certainly seems to
Navigating the new overdraft and NSF landscape
Over the past year, significant changes to eliminate or modify overdraft (OD) and non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees were implemented by the largest financial institutions in
Can credit unions become recession-proof?
By now we’ve all heard the predictions, seen the numbers, and know that a recession is on the way (perhaps already here for some of
Leveraging data is key for digital banking growth in 2023
Banks and credit unions have a wealth of monetizable insights within their retail and business account holder data, but many still struggle to leverage that
Why are some brands higher functioning than others?
One thing all high functioning brands have in common regardless of industry or audience, is that their brand is NOT based on a set of
Personalized banking a core feature for credit union members
Even prior to the pandemic, consumers were moving towards personalized banking as their go-to for financial transactions. It turns out that digital preference is here to stay,
2022 Eye on payments: Part 1 — Increased demand for choice and variety, with strong preference for debit over credit
The payments landscape continues to rapidly evolve with the uncertain economic outlook. For the fifth year in a row, PSCU set out to gauge the
Element Credit Union CEO Linda Bodie Named Chair of CU*Answers Board of Directors
November 7, 2022 – Following the conclusion of its October board meeting, cooperative CUSO CU*Answers announced that board member Linda Bodie had been selected to
Influencing the influencers: How savvy financial institutions can partner with content creators
With an estimated net worth of more than $104 billion, more than 50 million independent entrepreneurs are part of the creator economy of YouTubers, TikTokers, bloggers
Trend alert: How lenders are tackling a changing market
From a shift in loan types to defining success with technology, industry players like UWM are quickly adapting to keep a leg up on their
5 Cloud migration challenges consulting services can help with
If you’ve made the decision to migrate your IT architecture to the cloud, you’re in good company. In a recent report on cloud adoption, cloud usage
Thinking Digital First: Transforming the payment experience into an end-to-end digital journey
New customers join Mastercard to launch simple, secure and seamless digital consumer experiences Leading financial institutions around the world are continuing to join the Mastercard Digital
PSCU Appoints Dave Stafford as Chief Transformation Officer
November 1, 2022 – PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced Dave Stafford has been named executive vice president, chief
Heartland Credit Union Greatly Expands Partnership With Co-op Following Thorough Market Search
November 1, 2022 – Heartland Credit Union has elected to greatly expand its partnership with Co-op Solutions, adding Debit and Full-Service Credit processing as well
ORNL FCU Distributes $5 Million Special Dividend to its Members, Pays Off Auto Loan Balances of 10 Member
October 28, 2022 – In September, the ORNL Federal Credit Union (ORNL FCU) Board of Directors approved a $5 million special dividend to be shared
3 Reasons Why You Need to Offer Pay by Text—Now
A key element in accelerating receivables is to make it as easy and convenient as possible for customers, members, or policyholders to pay their bills.
Holiday Spending Predictions: An Early Start and Unpredictability Ahead
By Beth Phillips, Co-op Director of Strategic Portfolio Growth and John Patton, Co-op Senior Payments Advisor Holiday shopping season is upon us, and it’s shaping
Mastercard teams up with Marvel Studios’ ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ to spotlight small business superheroes
Support gives fans Priceless experiential screenings, shines a light on Black women small business owners and encourages consumers to shop their businesses Mastercard announced today
PSCU Appoints New Associate Director to Board
October 26, 2022 – PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), today announced the appointment of Christine Blake, president and CEO of Cardinal
NetGiver Supports 3 Doors Down’s The Better Life Foundation with Sweepstakes
CUSO is pleased to announce collaboration for good – and a guitar October 26, 2022 – In an exciting partnership with The Better Life Foundation,
Credit Union Digital Development Teams Now Have an Easier Path to Co-op Solutions Fintech Integrations
October 25, 2022 – In-house software and app development teams will now have access to a larger set of technologies when using the Co-op Developer
Beware of Student Loan Scams
Updated on 10/17/2022 The pause on federal student loan payments and interest has now been extended through December 31, 2022, and additional plans have been announced to cancel a
Mastercard at Money20/20 USA: Powering A Frictionless World
The way we live, work, and do business continues to evolve as innovative technologies connect people in new and differentiated ways. And, every day, Mastercard
How to Get Financially Fit in 6 Easy Steps
It’s no secret that getting fit is a popular goal. People invest a lot of time and money in planning meals and paying gym memberships,
MemberSource Credit Union Inks Deal with United Solutions Company Core Processing
MemberSource Credit Union signs agreement with United Solutions Company to migrate to OnCore XP2, United Solutions Company CUSO’s hosted Fiserv XP2 core system. October 19,
September Spending Trends: Inflation, Supply Issues Push Up Holiday Season
October 19, 2022 – As the leaves begin to turn, the economy is chugging along. Unfortunately, it’s chugging too fast for the Federal Reserve’s comfort.
PSCU Payments Index – October 2022 Edition
October 18, 2022 – Today, PSCU – the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) – published the October edition of the PSCU Payments Index, the goal of which is to provide
Advantis Credit Union leans in on payments innovation, renews partnership with Co-op Solutions for Zelle, debit and credit processing
October 12, 2022 – One of Oregon’s largest credit unions has extended its partnership with Co-op Solutions. In addition to relying on Co-op for the
Inflation has personal loan balances surging
As consumers adjust their household budgets and living expenses to counter the effects of high inflation, recent findings show such rising economic costs are contributing to the
Zelle® Helps Your Members Transact Remotely, While Staying Connected
In the wake of the COVID- 19 pandemic and an increased reliance on digital and contactless payment options, person-to-person (P2P) payments technology continues to be
Improving Member Retention with a Better Digital Experience
Credit unions have an advantage over other lenders when it comes to retention. Butto keep members happy over the long term, you need to meet
This cyber sleuth helps crypto con victims get their coin back
By: Sophie Hares Delving into her first cryptocurrency scam as a cyber sleuth in training, Jonelle Still quickly realized she was dealing with a sha
WestStar Credit Union raises over $10,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
October 11, 2022 – WestStar Credit Union and 126 other teams raised funds for the St. Jude Walk/Run event held at Town Square. Teams started
Becoming a data driven credit union isn’t a straight line
Becoming data-driven is a priority for most companies today and the reasons are clear. According to consulting firm McKinsey, data-driven organizations are 23 times more likely to
Phone, keys … face? Why biometrics may make your wallet obsolete
Ibirapuera Park is a haven for fitness junkies, a nearly 400-acre oasis in the middle of São Paulo’s concrete jungle, with thousands of people flocking
October is a Prime Opportunity for Cybersecurity Education
By: Gene Fredriksen, Security Strategy Consultant October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a month dedicated to helping bring awareness to the importance of protecting yourself from
Charitable Giving: A Powerful Demonstration of People Helping People
International Credit Union Day is October 20, a time to celebrate the many contributions our movement has made to the communities we serve. Since 1948,
Town & Country FCU Consolidates Debit and Credit Processing
With Co-op Solutions for Improved Member Experience October 5, 2022 – Town & Country FCU is expanding its partnership with Co-op Solutions, now engaging Co-op
PSCU and SAFE Federal Credit Union Expand Relationship to Include Debit Processing Support
October 4, 2022 — PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced it will be expanding its relationship with SAFE Federal Credit Union (SAFE). In
NetGiver Joins BECU Fintech Incubator
October 3, 2022 – NetGiver is the first Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO) to join an esteemed list of youngcompanies being welcomed into the BECU
Co-op Solutions raises nearly $30,000
for CMN Hospitals and NCUF Through Presidents Cup Sponsorship September 28, 2022 – Co-op Solutions announced that the company and its credit union partners raised nearly
WestStar Credit Union to acquire Las Vegas UP Employees
September 27, 2022 – On Tuesday, August 30th the members of Las Vegas UP Employees Federal Credit Union of Las Vegas, Nevada voted to merge
ValleyStar Credit Union expands partnership with PSCU
September 20, 2022 – PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced it has expanded its partnership with ValleyStar Credit Union (ValleyStar). In
August Spending Trends: Inflation Dampens Consumer Spending 
September 20, 2022 – With regards to the economy, it continues to be a “Tale of Two Cities.” Job growth remained strong in August, with non-farm
PSCU Payments Index – September 2022 Edition
September 15, 2022 – Today, PSCU – the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) – published the September edition of the PSCU Payments Index, the goal of which is to provide
CU*Answers launches new initiative for client interactions
September 14, 2022 – Last week CU*Answers kicked off a new initiative designed to expand the opportunities its credit union owners and clients have for
What to consider for your 2023 marketing budget plan
By: Kenna Smith, VP, B2C Marketing, PSCU It’s that time of year when marketing teams begin reviewing how to develop the budget ask for the
How to stay ahead of the digital curve
Credit Unions That Don’t Include Wealth Management as Part of Core Offering Risk Losing Members By: Justin Steitz, Chief Operating Officer While credit unions were
Buy now, pay later 101: Budgeting gets a digital makeover
If you’re old enough to have owned a hi-fi stereo, there’s a chance you bought it with a layaway plan. For years, retailers offered budget-minded
Creating a better digital experience for members leads to growth
Consumers are adopting digital banking at a faster pace than ever before. Over 45% of respondents to a recent survey identified mobile banking as a top
CommunityAmerica announces community access center
August 29, 2022 – CommunityAmerica Credit Union is excited to announce the unveiling of their new Community Access Centers, a brand-new concept and the first of
3 Ways to keep your mortgage pipeline full in a volatile market
By: Jeff Vossen, SVP, Mortgage Originations & Operations In the face of impending volatility, like we see on the horizon now, organizations often react by
It’s time to take a multi-pronged approach to payments growth
Despite some economic issues lingering from the global pandemic, rising inflation and threats of a recession banks are pursuing and capturing new credit cardholders with
How to make the crypto economy simple and safer
BY ANTHONY VENUTOLO In the crypto economy, the last three years have been a period of innovation, experimentation and more than a little trepidation. The
Constellation strengthens its digital service offerings with the acquisition of WalletFi
Aug. 23, 2022 –– Constellation Digital Partners, LLC, announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire WalletFi, a subscription management solution and Analytics-as-a-Service provider that
Fintech Lending Platform Secures Top 50 Spot on List of Fastest-Growing Companies in Financial Services
LenderClose Ranks No. 45 of Fastest-Growing Financial Services Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 List August 17, 2022 – LenderClose, the fintech lending platform now
Co-op Solutions Sponsors 2022 Presidents Cup Golf Tourney, Donating All Benefits to CMN Hospitals
August 22, 2022 – #shadesupFOREkids Campaign Extended to Help CMN Hospitals as well as NCUF, Bringing Together Medical and Financial Health for Communities Co-op Solutions has
July Spending Trends: Spending Shifts as Rates Rise
CO-OP Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from July 1-31) August 16, 2022 – The Fed is doing all it can. Following another strong jobs report
P2P allows credit unions to be there for everyday member moments
Peer-to-peer (P2P) technology continues to be one of the hottest trends in payments. Services like Zelle®, Venmo and CashApp have taken the age-old, familiar practice
Outsourcing as a solution for labor shortage amidst rising delinquencies
By: Wendy Elieff, SVP, Client Service and Marketing, TriVerity & The Loan Service Center The “Great Resignation” is one of the pandemic’s unforeseen outcomes. Demand
Stopping cybercrime by copying it
By Gamze Yurttutan, Vice President for product management The story goes that when President Nixon’s team fed military data into a computer to find out
NCUA is closer to unlimited third-party exam authority
By: Jack Antonini, NACUSO The U.S. House of Representatives added hundreds of unrelated amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) in late July, including
CUSOs Are our Best Choice for a Strategic Partnership
August 5, 2022 – A CEOs worst nightmare; you wake up one morning and find out that your core processor, your loan origination system, home
8 Steps to build your process automation strategy
An automation strategy can bring a host of competitive advantages for your company: cost savings, increased efficiency and accuracy, and an improved customer experience. But
Rise in BIN attacks lead list of fraud worries. Here’s how your credit union can fight back
It’s been a couple of tough years on the financial fraud fronti. Consider that e-commerce fraud reached $20 billion globally in 2021, representing 14% growth
How financial institutions in North America can prepare for the future of payments
By Patricia Reynolds and Saumya Baunthiyal, Mastercard Multi-Rail Practice Core banking systems today handle high volumes of transactions. Banks spend millions of dollars every year
Generation Z, financial wellness and the future of payments
By: Anna Sherrod, Marketing Intern, PSCU Members of Generation Z – the demographic born between 1995 and 2015 – are now beginning to more fully
Capstone Strategic facilitates strategic partnership between PSCU and amount that will deliver credit card origination services to credit unions
August 3, 2022 – Capstone Strategic, Inc. (Capstone) announced today that credit union service organization PSCU of St. Petersburg, Florida has entered into a partnership
evolve FCU Moves to Enhance Efficiency, Reduce Costs in Expanded Partnership with Co-op Solutions
Credit Union Adds Co-op Signature Debit and In-House Credit Processing August 2, 2022 – For El Paso, Texas-based evolve FCU, the decision to expand
The PSCU Payments Index July 2022: Deep dive into the rebounding discretionary spending sectors of travel and entertainment
By: Brian Scott, SVP, Chief Growth Officer at PSCU The July edition of the PSCU Payments Index finds that while overall consumer spending remained strong through June,
How an installment payment program helps credit unions compete
Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) offerings are popping up everywhere, from big banks to retailers to fintechs. While consumers enjoy the flexibility afforded by installment payment options, credit unions have an enormous
Mastercard installments gains traction with new global partners and support for small businesses
Instant, easy and responsible: buy now, pay later program continues to expand and reinforces commitment to consumer protections Mastercard has welcomed a raft of new
June spending trends: Ways to support member financial wellness needs
CO-OP Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from June 1-30) July 25, 2022 – Despite a strong jobs report for June, most other economic indicators are
And the new name for the newly merged SEFCU/CAP COM CUs Is…
July 21, 2022 – The $8-billion credit union formed by the merger of SEFCU and CAP COM FCU has introduced its new name. Effective Aug.
Co-op Payment transaction analysis shows credit union members cooled spending on Amazon Prime Day 2022
July 21, 2022 – Reflecting the slowdown in consumer spending nationally, Amazon Prime Day stimulated a small uptick in online purchasing over the two-day shopping holiday, according
How to pick a good student loan co-borrower
By: Student Choice Credit Union When delving into the world of private student loans, you may discover that many lenders mention a “co-borrower.” A co-borrower
Zoomers: Traditional financial institutions vs. neobanks
By: Nikhita Gurukula Generation Z, or Zoomers, is the only generation that has not experienced life without the convenience of internet connectivity. This fact, along
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By: Gene Fredriksen, Security Strategy Consultant Historically, becoming a successful hacker had barriers to entry, which for many years helped in the battle against cyber
PSCU Payments Index – July 2022 Edition
July 20, 2022 – Today, PSCU – the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) – published the July edition of the PSCU Payments Index, the goal of which is to provide
Ricky Otey of Partners FCU appointed to Co-op Solutions Board of Directors
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Save the Dates. 2023 NACUSO Network Conference
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St. Petersburg, Fla. — (Nov. 15, 2021) — In conjunction with National Recycling Day, recognized on Nov. 15, PSCU – the nation’s premier payments credit
Constellation Provides New Digital Services for Farmers Insurance Federal Credit Union
RALEIGH, N.C. – Constellation Digital Partners announced today that it has launched its first digital service for Farmers Insurance Federal Credit Union (FIGFCU) on the Constellation platform. This deployment
RedZone Protects to Offer Credit Unions a New CUSO Alternative for Compliance and Risk Mitigation
10/21/21 – Annapolis MD, RedZone Compliance Services, a premier provider of regulatory compliance and governance solutions, and Launch Credit Union are pleased to announce the
PSCU Payments Index – October 2021 Edition
10/21/21 – Today, PSCU – the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) – published the October edition of the PSCU Payments Index, the goal of which is to provide information and insights
NCUA Passes Expansion of CUSO Powers!
10/21/2021 – Today, Board Members Rodney Hood and Kyle Hauptman showed real leadership at the monthly the NCUA Board of Directors meeting by passing an
Stability Dominates as September Spending Trends Stay on Course
CO-OP Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from September 1-30) 10/20/2021 – RANCHO CUCAMONGA, California – The U.S. continued its fitful post-pandemic recovery in September, as
Alacriti and Alkami Announce Partnership to Bring Unified Money Movement Services to Credit Unions and Banks
10/14/2021 – Alacriti, a fintech company specializing in payments and money movement solutions, has partnered with leading digital banking solutions provider Alkami to deliver modern, frictionless
ONPATH FCU JOINS CO-OP ATM TO OFFER MEMBERS ACCOUNT ACCESS ANYTIME, ANYPLACE
CO-OP Digital Payments Ecosystem Enables Credit Unions to Engage with Members Where They Are 10/4/2021 – RANCHO CUCAMONGA, California – OnPath Federal Credit Union (www.BeOnPath.org)
NCUA Oversight of Third Party Vendors Act
September 29, 2021 – We are providing a copy of a letter that we sent to members of the House Financial Services Committee’s Subcommittee on Consumer Protection
CO-OP’s 2022 ROADMAP OUTLINES THE PATH TO PRIMARY FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIPS: Meeting Members Where They Are Through Payments
9/27/2021 – RANCHO CUCAMONGA, California – CO-OP Financial Services has launched its solutions and technology roadmap for 2022, addressing the fast-changing consumer preferences for digital technologies
NACUSO Supports CUSO Rule
September 24, 2021 – NACUSO commends the NCUA Board, and particularly Board Member Rodney Hood and Vice Chairman Kyle Hauptman, for the decisive action yesterday
August: Retail Spending Picking Up And Indicators of Early Holiday Shopping
CO-OP Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from August 1-31) 9/16/2021 – RANCHO CUCAMONGA, California – As the U.S.’s post-pandemic recovery continues, consumers are beginning to
New CU*Answers CEO Geoff Johnson Eager for Opportunity
9/9/21 – Grand Rapids, MI – At its August Board Planning Session, the Board of Directors of cooperative CUSO CU*Answers announced the completion of their
Credit Unions Needing Help Due to Hurricane Ida are Encouraged to Contact CU*SOUTH as a Resource
8/30/21 – Fairhope, Alabama – As a CUSO dedicated to growing credit unions in their communities, CU*SOUTH announces its Hurricane Ida Assistance Program. Any credit
PSCU Announces Additional Investment of Over $50 Million in Lumin Digital
8/24/21 – PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), today announced that its Board of Directors has approved an additional investment of $54 million
Despite Growing Uncertainty, July Payments Trends Show Robust Growth
CO-OP Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from July 1-31) 8/19/21 – RANCHO CUCAMONGA, California – As it has been for much of the past year and a
PSCU Payments Index – August 2021 Edition
8/18/21 – Today, PSCU – the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) – published the August edition of the PSCU Payments Index, the goal of which is to provide information
CO-OP Staff Puts Company Among Top ‘Engaged Workplaces’…
ACCORDING TO ACHIEVERS, EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION EXPERTS Criteria for Award Based on Eight Factors of Employee Engagement 8/11/21 – CO-OP Financial Services has been named among
Two Core Processors Announce New Partnership
8/6/21 – Indianapolis-based Electronic Recordkeeping Systems (ERS) has announced that, after serving the industry for 41 years, it was entering into a collaborative partnership with
PSCU Partners with 4Front Credit Union to Provide Debit, Credit and Contact Center Support
8/3/21 — PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced that 4Front Credit Union (4Front) has joined the cooperative for credit and debit card processing services,
Lumin Digital Partners with Consumers CU to Launch Digital Account Opening Solution
7/27/21 — Lumin Digital, a PSCU company, announced that it has partnered with Consumers Credit Union (Kalamazoo, Mich.) to create and pilot a new digital account opening product
Back to Work and Back to School: June Payments Trends Anticipate Return to Normalcy
CO-OP Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from June 1-30) 7/26/21 – Consumer spending continued to heat up in June as the weather turned warmer and the
The CUSO Guru’s Collaboration Video Series…Passing on the Lessons Learned
Guy Messick spent most of his professional career helping credit unions collaborate. He served as NACUSO’s first General Counsel for over 30 years. He was
NACUSO Spotlight on Seth Brickman, CEO of QCash Financial CUSO
PART ONE: Life Story and Experiences What’s your current position, and can you give us a brief overview of what it is you do in
PSCU Payments Index – July 2021 Edition
7/15/21 – Today, PSCU – the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) – published the July edition of the PSCU Payments Index, the goal of which is to provide information
CO-OP Formalizes Long-Standing Support of African-American Credit Union Coalition With New Partnership
Corporate Partnership Furthers CO-OP’s Contribution to the Strength of the Credit Union Movement 7/13/21 – Credit union payments fintech CO-OP Financial Services today announced an
Mission Federal Credit Union Partners with Rate Reset
Reset Mortgage Mitigates High Mortgage Pre-Payment Speeds and Saves Millions in Back Office Resources 7/9/21 – Rate Reset, the CUSO that provides KNOCK KNOCK, an
CHROME Federal Credit Union goes with Hybrid eDOC Model
7/9/21 – Based in Washington, PA, CHROME FCU has elected to upgrade to eDOC Innovations’ DocLogic Suite. Initially using eDOC’s hosted SaaS solution, CHROME wanted
CO-OP Analysis of Amazon Prime Day Shows Debit Cards are the Online Shopper’s Favorite Payment Vehicle
Debit Transactions Far Exceed Credit for Second Consecutive Year 7/6/21 – Following a year of exponential growth in e-commerce, it’s no surprise Amazon’s annual Prime
PSCU Announces Second Annual “Credit Union Give Back Sweepstakes”
7/6/21 — PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), is pleased to announce the return of its Credit Union Give Back Sweepstakes. For the
AuditLink Announces New Native Fraud Detection in CU*BASE
7/2/21 – AuditLink, the audit and compliance division of CU*Answers, announced new native fraud detection functionality in the most recent release of CU*BASE®, the CUSO’s
Local Credit Unions Commit to Giving This July…Kids Win, You Win
7/1/21 – Credit unions have a long-standing commitment to supporting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Throughout the month of July (1-31), four Minnesota credit unions will
May Payments Trends Stay on Track, But Summer Heralds Rapid Growth
CO-OP Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from May 1-31) 7/1/21 – The major payments trends of 2021 continued in May, with travel-related categories like lodging,
Ongoing Operations & Adlumin Partner to Provide 24/7/365 Cybersecurity for Credit Unions
6/29/21 – Ongoing Operations, LLC (OGO) is proud to announce its partnership with Adlumin, Inc. The two companies will work together to revolutionize the way
Constellation Launches First Suite of Digital Services with Coastal Credit Union
The Coastal bill payment service by Payrailz successfully goes live on the platform 6/23/21 – Constellation Digital Partners is pleased to announce Coastal Credit Union as the first credit
eDOC’s 2021 Walk for Charity raises $500 for Homeward Bound
6/22/21 – As they “walked the walk” in their efforts to abide by the 7 Cooperative Principles, eDOC employees embarked on a 5-week step challenge,
CU*Answers Hosts Annual Leadership Conference and Stockholders Meeting
6/18/21 – CU*Answers, a 100% credit union-owned CUSO, held their 2021 Annual Leadership Conference and Stockholders Meeting on June 16th at the JW Marriott Hotel in
PSCU Payments Index – June 2021 Edition
PSCU – the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) – published the June edition of the PSCU Payments Index, the goal of which is to provide information and insights to
Payments Growth Slows in April, But Opportunities Abound
CO-OP Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from April 1-30) 6/18/21 – Following sharp growth across numerous payment categories in March, spending was flat or slightly
Nymbus CUSO Secures New $5 Million Financing Round
Venture Capital Fund Curql Connects Credit Unions to Strategic Fintech 6/15/21 – NYMBUS®, a leading provider of banking technology solutions, today announced the closing of a
Ongoing Operations & ModusBox Partner to Revolutionize Credit Union Digital Transformation
6/11/21 – Ongoing Operations LLC is pleased to announce its partnership with ModusBox Inc. The two companies will work together to provide “Fin-tech Service Bus,”
Maui County Federal Credit Union Selects PSCU for Credit and Debit Processing Support
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced that Maui County Federal Credit Union (Maui County FCU) has joined the cooperative. PSCU will
Credit Union Member Research Confirms: Payments is the Path to Primary Financial Relationships
CU Payments Outlook from CO-OP Financial Services Indicates Successful Payments Experiences Delivered by Credit Unions Spark Active, Engaged Member Relationships For Release on June 9,
NACUSO Announces New Board Member John Janclaes
On June 7th, NACUSO announced the addition of John Janclaes as its newest Board Member. “We are excited to welcome John Janclaes, President of Nymbus
Lumin Digital to Provide DuPont Community Credit Union with Digital Banking Solution
Lumin Digital, a PSCU company, announced that DuPont Community Credit Union (DCCU) has signed a multi-year agreement for Lumin Digital’s cloud-native platform for online and mobile digital
CO-OP News – Benson Porter Elected Chairperson of CO-OP Financial Services Board of Directors
Joan Opp of Stanford FCU and Jackie Buchanan of Genisys FCU Fill Board Officer Positions As CO-OP Maintains Focus on Delivering Digital Payments Ecosystem for
PSCU Payments Index-May 2021
The nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) – PSCU – published the May edition of the PSCU Payments Index. This month’s report includes
CO-OP Launches Digital Card Issuance, Continuing Digital Card Payment Ecosystem Expansion
Debit and Credit Digital Card Issuance Will Shorten Replacement Window, Enhance Cardholder Experience to Increase Credit Union Interchange Growth CO-OP Financial Services is expanding its
Spotlight on Siva Narendra, CEO of Tyfone and Week-End Urban Farmer
PART ONE: Life Story and Experiences What’s your current position and can you give me a brief overview of what it is you do in
Kaleyra Announces Agreement with Trellance to Build Communication Solutions for Credit Unions
Kaleyra, Inc. (NYSE:KLR), a rapidly growing Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS), today announced a new agreement in the US with Trellance, the leading provider
AuditLink releases new contract management functionality for its state-of-the-art vendor management platform
AuditLink, the audit and compliance division of CU*Answers, has released new end-to-end contract management to its existing vendor management platform. The new functionality is designed
Great Lakes First FCU selects CU*Answers as new core partner
Escanaba, Michigan-based Great Lakes First Federal Credit Union recently announced it has selected CU*BASE, the core data processing suite from the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based cooperative
WE’VE SURVIVED, NOW IT’S TIME TO THRIVE: CO-OP ANNOUNCES TWO NEW THINK 21 FORUMS
Interactive Events Designed to Help Credit Unions Leverage Payments as a Path to Growth If credit unions are to thrive in a post-pandemic era, the
A Return to ‘Normalcy’: Familiar Payments Trends Take Hold
CO-OP Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from March 1-31) As the COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues to progress, enabling the U.S. economy to slowly but surely
Xtend announces much requested Quick Pick campaigns
Xtend, Inc., the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based multi-owned cooperative CUSO, is excited to announce the launch of Quick Pick campaigns. While Xtend’s RevGen and Multi-Channel campaigns
BECU RENEWS PARTNERSHIP WITH CO-OP FINANCIAL SERVICES TO HELP CHART STRATEGIC AND TECHNOLOGY FUTURE
CO-OP Ecosystem Enables Credit Union Growth via Seamless Member Payment Experiences BECU, the nation’s third largest credit union, is renewing its 14-year partnership with CO-OP
eDOC and Origence collaborate to launch integrated e-sign solution for lenders
eDOC Innovations, a credit union service organization specializing in mobile enterprise digital transaction management, and Origence, an industry leader providing next generation lending technology for
NACUSO ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF 2021 BOARD ELECTION
The National Association of Credit Union Services Organizations (NACUSO), the only trade association focused on growing and protecting the CUSO movement, announced the election results
NetGiver Wins Again!
Every win for NetGiver is a win for charitable organizations nationwide! The charitable giving platform, NetGiver, won Best of Category for Non-Commercial Video with its
PSCU’s CU Recovery Collects More than $3 Million on Behalf of Credit Union Clients, Setting New Record in March
CU Recovery, a PSCU company, recorded a record-breaking month in recoveries for its more than 850 credit union clients by collecting over $3 million in
PSCU Launches Monthly Payments Index to Track Consumer Behavior and Payments Trends
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced the launch of the PSCU Payments Index, the next evolution of the CUSO’s
PSCU Expands Presence in the Aloha State
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced current Owners Honolulu Federal Credit Union (HOCU) and HFS Federal Credit Union(HFS) have expanded their partnerships
Constellation Digital Partners Secures $18M in Additional Funding
Credit Union Partners Reinforce Commitment to Enable Expansion of Services Constellation Digital Partners, a Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO), has recently completed its second round
CUSO TRADE ASSOCIATION WELCOMES NEW CUSO NYMBUS AS A GOLD PARTNER
The National Association of Credit Union Services Organizations (NACUSO), the only trade association focused on growing and protecting the CUSO movement, welcomed Nymbus CUSO as
One Year Later: A Glimpse at Post-COVID Spending
CO-OP Payments Trends Report (Spending Data from February 1-28) March marked the one year anniversary since the first COVID-19 lockdowns went into effect. After months
CUNA Mutual Group’s AdvantEdge Analytics Becomes AdvantEdge Digital, Debuts New Suite of SaaS Solutions to Empower Credit Unions and Consumers
New Digital Capabilities for Credit Unions Expand Consumer Access to Data-Driven Lending Solutions CUNA Mutual Group’s AdvantEdge Analytics has evolved into AdvantEdge Digital, now offering
Credit Union of Texas Expands Partnership with PSCU
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced it has expanded its partnership with Credit Union of Texas (Dallas). In addition to
AuditLink and Lillie & Company hold first joint web conference on internal controls and fraud stories
AuditLink, the audit and compliance division of CU*Answers, and Lillie & Company, a CPA services provider, recently facilitated a joint web conference on credit union
Comment Letters to the NCUA….New Template Available
March 18 – It is important to please send in your organization’s comment letter to the NCUA by 3/29/21. This shows your support of the
PSCU’s Lumin Digital to Provide Digital Banking Services for Firstmark Credit Union
Lumin Digital, a PSCU company, has been selected by Firstmark Credit Union (Firstmark) to provide online and mobile digital banking to more than 60,000 users
PSCU Launches Unified Agent Desktop Contact Center Solution
New solution reduces call times and enhances the member experience PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced the launch of
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (10th Week)
As we reach the one-year mark of the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, year-over-year performance trends will now be influenced by the significant shifts
CO-OP UNVEILS THINK 21 VIRTUAL SERIES ‘RETHINK EVERYTHING,’ FOCUSING ON ADOPTION OF A MEMBER-CENTRIC BUSINESS MODEL
Year-Long Event Series for Credit Union Leaders Kicks Off April 13 THINK, the premier innovation and content platform for credit unions, kicks off its 2021
PSCU and Allied Solutions Partner to Provide Delinquency Management Services
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization,and Allied Solutions (“Allied”), one of the largest providers of insurance, lending and marketing products to financial
ABA asks NCUA to extend comment period on CUSO Rule amendment
March 10, 2021 – As you have no doubt seen, the American Bankers Association has asked the NCUA to extend the comment period on the
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (Ninth Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
NACUSO’s Comment Letter to NCUA’s Proposed Amendment to the CUSO Regulation
April 2021 Update – Comments are now due by April 30, 2021 February 26, 2021 – The NCUA Board, at their January 2021 meeting, approved
BOB FALK AND GREG MITCHELL APPOINTED TO BOARD OF CO-OP FINANCIAL SERVICES
Veteran Credit Union Executives Have Long Experience in Meeting Expectations of Tech-Savvy Members Bob Falk of Purdue FCU and Greg Mitchell of First Tech FCU
CULedger Undergoes Rebrand, Changes Name to Bonifii
With more focus on growing solutions to deliver privacy, security and trust, CULedger announces company name change. CULedger, an industry leader in privacy- and security-enhanced
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (Eighth Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
February Credit/Debit Spending Analysis: As Spending Rebounds, Balances Decline
As we approach one year since the onset of COVID-19, credit union member spending appears to have rebounded in all categories other than travel, in-person
PSCU Furthers Commitment to Emerging Leaders in the Credit Union Industry
CUSO invests in rising credit union talent through sponsorships, programs and other initiatives For more than a decade, PSCU – the nation’s premier payments credit
Trellance Expands Data Capabilities with Acquisition of CU Rise Analytics
Data leaders Trellance and CU Rise to merge analytics and predictive modeling capabilities to broaden portfolio of software, managed services, and consulting solutions for credit
‘CO-OP IS THE PATH TO PAYMENTS’ AND MUCH MORE AT CUNA GAC 21 NEXT WEEK
‘CO-OP Rocks GAC with Kristin Chenoweth’ Open to All GAC Registrants CO-OP Financial Services is making a major contribution to the GAC 21 conference, with
PSCU to Host Virtual Member Forum 2021 April 20-22
Free event to provide credit union industry attendees with actionable insights, strategies and thought leadership PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO),
CO-OP FINANCIAL SERVICES ADDS TALENT IN KEY ROLES TO HELP FUEL DELIVERY, INNOVATION AND FUTURE VISION
Promotions and New Hires Span Sales, Client Experience, Corporate Governance and Communications CO-OP Financial Services has added five Senior Vice Presidents whose combined responsibilities impact
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (Seventh Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
Xtend welcomes ten new owners to the CUSO
Xtend, Inc., the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based multi-owned cooperative CUSO, announced last week that the board has approved an impressive ten new owners of the CUSO.
PSCU Announces Findings of “How Credit Unions Can Become Financial Health Providers” Study
Collaboration with Financial Health Network and Members Development Company helps assess financial health of credit union members and employees across the country In continued support
TENNESSEE LEAGUE PARTNERS WITH AUX TO OFFER COMPLIANCE SERVICES TO CUS
Back Office Outsourcing CUSO Aux and the Tennessee Credit Union League are pleased to announce that they have partnered to offer a robust compliance solution
CO-OP UNVEILS THINK 21 VIRTUAL SERIES ‘RETHINK EVERYTHING,’ FOCUSING ON ADOPTION OF A MEMBER-CENTRIC BUSINESS MODEL
Year-Long Event Series for Credit Union Leaders Kicks Off April 13 THINK, the premier innovation and content platform for credit unions, kicks off its 2021
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (Sixth Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
eDOC and CompuSource Launch Integrated eSign Solution
CompuSource Systems, Inc., a credit union core data processing company based in western New York, and eDOC Innovations, a Credit Union Service Organization specializing in
PSCU to Offer Installment Payments Solution
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), today announced it will soon offer a new Installment Payments solution. A buy-now, pay-later installment
Asterisk Intelligence announces new partnership with Deb Slavens and BlueOx Credit Union
Deb Slavens, VP of IT from BlueOx Credit Union, recently joined the ranks of the Asterisk Intelligence team with the intention of forming a CUSO
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (Fifth Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
Advia Credit Union Expands Partnership with PSCU’s CU Recovery & The Loan Service Center
CU Recovery & The Loan Service Center, a PSCU company, announced it has expanded its relationship with Advia Credit Union (Advia). In addition to third-party
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (Fourth Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
Trellance Adds CU Engage as a Professional Services Partner
Joint agreement allows credit unions to benefit from powerful insights and an easier commercial connection between data technology and vendor selections Trellance, the leading provider
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (Third Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
CU*Answers rebrands business online banking product in advance of new digital approaches
CU*Answers announced that it will be rebranding its business online banking product, formerly referred to as “It’s My Biz 247,” as BizLink 247 Online Banking
NCUA Board Approves Proposed Amendment to the CUSO Rule
January 14, 2021 – Through a live audio webcast, the National Credit Union Administration Board held its first open meeting of 2021 and approved six
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (Second Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
PSCU and Fiserv Extend Payments Processing Partnership
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), today announced that it has extended its payments processing agreement with Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ: FISV)
Trellance Adds Significant New Feature Sets in Latest Data Analytics Product Release
Leading provider of data solutions and services adds new core banking connectors, CECL capabilities, four new ancillary system integrations, new visualization capabilities and more. Trellance,
An Unprecedented Year in Payments: CO-OP Financial Services Shares Key Learnings from 2020
The year 2020 will be remembered as one of the most transformative years on record for most industries, including the credit union industry. While the
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (51st and 52nd Weeks)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
Cooperatives combine resources as Growing Oaks FCU launches
CU*Answers, the 100% credit union-owned cooperative based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, announced that Growing Oaks Federal Credit Union, based in Goldsby, Oklahoma, began processing for
WSSC FCU embraces the eSign culture
WSSC Federal Credit Union (WSSC FCU), based in Laurel, MD, has recently experienced an abrupt operational shift. Like many credit unions, WSSC FCU traditionally relied
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (50th Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
NACUSO Next Big Idea winner NetGiver brings attention to innovations in charitable giving
DNT BLNK announces they’ve won a Minnesota Technology Association 2020 Tekne Award. The DNT BLNK founded NetGiver (www.netgiverapp) has been recognized in the Financial Services
Partnership Financial Credit Union and Limestone FCU become newest owners of CUSO CU*Answers
CU*Answers, the 100% credit union-owned cooperative based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, announced that it had recently added two new credit unions to its ownership ranks.
PSCU to Partner with Welcome Technologies and MRV Banks, Bringing Credit Card Program to Underserved Immigrant Communities
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), today announced that Welcome Technologies has selected the CUSO to provide processing services and support for its
PSCU Announces Record Annual Dividend for Fiscal Year 2020
CUSO continues to help Owner credit unions succeed and prosper despite a year filled with unprecedented challenges PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service
CO-OP REPORTS YEAR OF RECORD-BREAKING ACHIEVEMENT IN TECHNOLOGY, PRODUCTS AND SERVICE DELIVERY TO CREDIT UNIONS
Company Remains Debt-Free While Making Significant Investments to Help Credit Unions Grow In the midst of a year like no other, CO-OP Financial Services is
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (49th Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
Sherpa Technologies, CULedger Announce Partnership and Next-Generation Digital Identity Solution for Credit Unions
Strengthens digital trust, simplifies member ID verification and digital exchange Sherpa Technologies and CULedger today announced the integration of Sherpa’s identity and document verification-provided solution,
PSCU Launches Digital Issuance Solution
Includes push provisioning to Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay In an effort to continue enhancing credit union member experience,PSCU – the nation’s premier
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (48th Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
Expanded Daon-CU*Answers partnership enables contact-free member experience
Daon, a global leader in biometric identity technology, and CU*Answers, the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based cooperative Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO), today announced CU*Answers will bring
Lumin Digital Announces Agreement with Jax Federal Credit Union for Digital Banking Services
Lumin Digital, a PSCU company, has announced a new partnership with Jax Federal Credit Union(JAXFCU). Under the multi-year agreement, Lumin Digital will provide online and
PSCU and Owner Credit Unions Join Forces to Donate Nearly $150,000 to Charities Across the United States
CUSO’s Advisors Plus “Spend and Give” campaign gives back to communities in which credit unions live and work, while also supporting local businesses During these
CREDIT UNION OF NEW JERSEY SELECTS CO-OP TO ENABLE SEAMLESS PAYMENT EXPERIENCES
Unified Ecosystem of Payments Technology Critical for $379 Million Credit Union According to Credit Union of New Jersey President/CEO Andrew Jaeger, payments are a key
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends and Insights (Week 13-Week 46)
Since mid-March, PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has been tracking and publishing weekly transaction insights from its Owner credit union members
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (46th Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
Fintech Investors Say ‘Yes’ to Novel Technology that Empowers Breach Victims to Fight Back
VentureTech participants select Breach Clarity platform as Best in Show Credit union industry investors chose San Francisco-based fintech startup Breach Clarity as the winner of this
NORTH EAST WELCH CREDIT UNION SELECTS CO-OP FINANCIAL SERVICES FOR PIN AND DEBIT PROCESSING
CO-OP’s Scalable Payments Ecosystem Enables Small Credit Unions to Offer Big Payments Experiences As North East Welch Credit Union (newelchfcu.com) approached the end of its
CO-OP’S PRODUCT ROADMAP EXPANDS MODERN PAYMENTS PLATFORM TO EARN PRIMARY FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIPS WITH MEMBERS
Designed to Positively Impact Everyday Moments for Members Through Payments CO-OP Financial Services has updated its product roadmap, reflecting the company’s development of a cohesive
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (45th Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
AuditLink Vendor Management has a banner year and roles out new AuditLink Vendor Monitor
AuditLink, the audit and compliance division of CU*Answers, celebrated a stellar fiscal year in 2020 adding twenty-four new credit unions and CUSOs to its shared
CUNA Mutual Group Acquires ForeverCar to Further Boost Firm’s Digital Capabilities Purchase of Mechanical Repair Coverage Start-Up Will Help Protect More Consumers Digitally
On the heels of its acquisition of CuneXus last week, CUNA Mutual Group today announced yet another move to bolster its digital capabilities by acquiring
Michigan Business Connection Welcomes Three New Employees
Michigan Business Connection (MBC) is excited to welcome three new employees, Patrick Pattison, Taryn Wilkie, and Rayna Fackender. Patrick Pattison joins MBC as a business
Preparing for an Unusual Holiday Shopping Season
CO-OP Financial Services Reports on Consumer Credit and Debit Spending During October Despite a resurgence of COVID-19 cases and uncertainty around the arrival of a
PSCU Helps Credit Unions Proactively Fight Fraud with Enhanced Fraud Services
Additional fraud-fighting capabilities further elevate CUSO’s best-in-class offerings Following the successful soft launch of its Enhanced Fraud Services in Summer 2019, PSCU – the nation’s
Text Request Becomes Newest Provider to Join CU Evolution Solution Network
Messaging software provider Text Request today announced it has joined the CU Evolution Solutions Network. The partnership is designed to enable simple and affordable text
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (44th Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
NEW CO-OP INSIGHTS CENTER PROVIDES CREDIT UNIONS WITH RICH DATA INSIGHTS TO SPUR PORTFOLIO GROWTH
CO-OP Financial Services is introducing CO-OP Insights Center, a web-based business intelligence and reporting platform that simplifies complex portfolio information to produce meaningful, actionable insights.
UNITED EDUCATORS CREDIT UNION PARTNERS WITH CO-OP TO PROVIDE MEMBERS EVEN GREATER PAYMENTS EXPERIENCES
New Partnership Improves the Integration of Payments with the Credit Union’s Core Platform To satisfy growing member demand for advanced payments options, Minnesota-based United Educators
MemberPass™ and Filene Survey Reveals Changing Attitudes to How Americans Protect Identity with Financial Services
– Survey conducted by Filene Research Institute indicates growing demand for self-controlled identity solutions for sensitive transactions – A survey from MemberPass™, the flagship contactless identity
PSCU Achieves 16.7% Top-line Growth for Fiscal Year 2020
Significant retention and sales punctuate successful year for nation’s premier payments CUSO PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), today announced it
NETGIVER WINS NACUSO NEXT BIG IDEA 2020 COMPETITION WITH INNOVATIVE CHARITABLE GIVING MOBILE APP
Posh Technologies Places Second; $10,000 in Prize Money Provided by CO-OP Financial Services Results of the NACUSO Next Big Idea 2020 competition show that the
Limestone FCU selects CU*Answers as new core partner
Manistique, Michigan-based Limestone Federal Credit Union recently announced it has selected CU*BASE, the core data processing suite from the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based cooperative CU*Answers, Inc.,
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (42nd Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
CO-OP FINDS TRANSACTION VOLUMES AND AMOUNTS ON AMAZON UP 51 PERCENT DURING AMAZON PRIME DAY 2020
Amazon Prime Day was three months late in 2020, but welcome all the same, with total transactions and dollar amounts on Amazon increasing by more
Alacriti Announces Cloud-Native, End-to-End Solution for Real-Time Payments
Helping financial institutions deliver faster payment experiences Alacriti, a fintech company specializing in payments today announced its Cosmos for RTP solution, powered by the Orbipay
COVID-19 Drives Surge in Digital Adoption in 2020
PSCU releases third annual Eye on Payments study focusing on shifts in consumer payment preferences PSCU has announced the release of its annual Eye on
Columbus United Federal Credit Union signs core data processing contract with CU*Answers
CU*Answers announced that $73M Columbus United Federal Credit Union (Columbus, Nebraska) recently signed a contract to change its existing core data processing platform to the
CUSO partners announce their 40th signing since March
In late February, CU*Answers, Inc., the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based cooperative CUSO, and MY CU Services, the payment and technology CUSO of Vizo Financial, launched their
CU*Answers joins CU Evolution Solution Network to simplify small credit union access to powerful processing solutions
CU*Answers, a Michigan-based credit union service organization, has joined the CU Evolution Solutions Network. The partnership is designed to make it easier for small credit
Interra Credit Union Partners with Lumin Digital for Digital Banking Support
Lumin Digital, a PSCU company, announced that Interra Credit Union (Interra) has signed a multi-year commitment for Lumin Digital’s cloud-native platform as the credit union’s
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (41st Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
CUNA Mutual Group Fortifies Commitment to Digital Expansion By Acquiring CuneXus
CUNA Mutual Group today announced it is expanding its digital capabilities by acquiring CuneXus. The award-winning California-based start-up firm provides financial institutions an all-in-one digital
Members Pivot to Credit as Economic Pressures Increase
CO-OP Financial Services Reports on Consumer Credit and Debit Spending During September As the pandemic recession continues, consumers are shifting their purchasing behaviors from debit
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (40th Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
PSCU’s Lumin Digital to Provide OneAZ Credit Union with Consumer and Retail Digital Banking Support
Lumin Digital, a PSCU company, today announced that OneAZ Credit Union (OneAZ) has signed a multi-year commitment for Lumin Digital’s cloud-based platform as the credit
Trellance Heads to the Cloud with Latest Data Analytics Capabilities
Leading provider of data solutions introduces several cloud-based product enhancements to its signature M360 data analytics platform while achieving new growth milestones Trellance, a leading
CU*Answers Joins CU Evolution Solution Network to Simplify Small Credit Union Access to Powerful Processing Solutions
CU*Answers, a Michigan-based credit union service organization, has joined the CU Evolution Solutions Network. The partnership is designed to make it easier for small credit
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (39th Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
CU*Answers and start-up credit union, Growing Oaks, joining forces
CU*Answers, the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based cooperative CUSO, and Growing Oaks Credit Union, the Kansas City, Missouri-based start-up credit union, announced that their two cooperatives will
CU*Answers announces new mobile self-service options for credit unions
CU*Answers, the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based core data processing CUSO, recently announced starting Monday, October 5th, credit unions will have access to more self-service options through
What Jack Antonini is reading….
December of this year will mark 10 years as CEO of NACUSO. But did you know that prior to joining NACUSO Jack was CEO of
RVA FINANCIAL FCU AWARDS IN-HOUSE CREDIT PROCESSING TO CO-OP FINANCIAL SERVICES
Credit Union Cites CO-OP’s Strategic Focus on Delivering Enhanced Digital Experiences RVA Financial FCU has expanded its partnership with CO-OP Financial Services to perform In-House
PSCU – Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (38th Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
eDOC surpasses 500 credit unions on eDOCSignature platform
The convenience of eSign for both credit unions and their members helps explain why such solutions are becoming more prevalent. For credit unions, the cost
eDOC Innovations CUSO adds two new owners
Lincoln Maine Federal Credit Union (LMFCU), based in the river community of Lincoln, Maine, and Point West Credit Union (PWCU), headquartered in Portland, Oregon, became
PSCU Releases “Fast Access, Fast Payments” White Paper
Report focuses on aligning member expectations with current payments infrastructure Accelerated by the global COVID-19 pandemic, credit union member demand for faster – and more
NEW RESEARCH SHOWS PRIORITIZING PAYMENTS AND LEVERAGING DAILY TOUCHPOINTS WITH MEMBERS LEADS TO GROWTH
CO-OP and Filene Publish Report that Shows How to Gain a Primary Financial Relationship with Members Consumer preference for a single provider and addressing “financial
PSCU Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (37th week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
HOW AUX’S ACCOUNTING SERVICES ARE HELPING THIS CREDIT UNION PLAN FOR THEIR FUTURE
$61MM Orlando-based Priority Credit Union (PCU) has chosen Aux, a CUSO based in Denver, CO and the D.C. area, to step in and assist with
Payment Trends Stabilize Before Uncertain Autumn
CO-OP Financial Services Reports on Consumer Credit and Debit Spending During August The waning days of summer saw a continuation of the credit and debit
RVA Financial FCU becomes the newest owner of CUSO Xtend
Xtend, Inc., the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based multi-owned cooperative CUSO, announced that it has added another credit union owner. RVA Financial (10K members, $72M assets), which
PSCU Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (36th Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
IOWA CREDIT UNIONS HAVE EXPANDED ACCESS TO NATIONWIDE ATM NETWORK
CO-OP Financial Services Enables Iowa Credit Unions to Provide Members Access to Thousands More Surcharge-Free ATMs via Partnership with SHAZAM Iowa credit union members can
KALSEE partners with Xtend Data Analytics to reduce loan attrition through Losing the Love initiative
KALSEE Credit Union approached Xtend with a unique request during the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic: asking to help them improve their loan attrition rate.
CU*Answers Network Services seeing dividends from paid internship program
CU*Answers Network Services, a division of cooperative CUSO CU*Answers, continues its successful paid internship program. The experience benefits individuals looking to test the waters of
UMe CREDIT UNION FINDS FORWARD-THINKING TECHNOLOGY PARTNER IN CO-OP FINANCIAL SERVICES
Burbank, California-based Credit Union Chooses CO-OP for Debit and In-House Credit Processing As UMe Credit Union approached the end of its existing card processing agreement,
Greenwood Municipal Federal Credit Union signs core data processing contract with CU*Answers
CU*Answers announced that South Carolina-based Greenwood Municipal Federal Credit Union recently executed a contract to change its existing core data processing platform to the CU*Answers
PSCU Year-over-Year Transaction Trends Update (35th week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
CU*Answers previews new prototype designs for CU*BASE Xpress Teller
CU*Answers today posted samples of prototype designs for its new Xpress Teller processing platform, in development now and scheduled to release in the spring of
PSCU to Provide DuPage Credit Union with Credit and Debit Processing Support
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced that DuPage Credit Union (DuPage) has joined the cooperative as its newest Owner.
BizLink Advisory Board holds quarterly meeting to discuss business servicing initiatives
The BizLink team, a division of cooperative CUSO CU*Answers, is dedicated to working with credit unions to provide services to their business/commercial members. In August,
PSCU – Year-over-year transaction trends update (34th week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
CU*Answers opens the beta pool to credit unions offering a $3,000 rebate on their core processing
CU*Answers, the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based core data processing CUSO, recently announced it is accepting applications from credit unions to beta test the upcoming 20.11 release
Great Meadow FCU becomes newest eDOC owner
Great Meadow Federal Credit Union (GMFCU) is the latest credit union to become an eDOC Innovations stockholder. Headquartered in the picturesque town of Granville, bordering
Asterisk Intelligence unveils online & mobile banking dashboard
Asterisk Intelligence, a data analytics team providing business intelligence consulting, fulfillment, and educational services to credit unions, recently released a new operational dashboard proving insights
CU*Answers improving its mobile app member authentication infrastructure
CU*Answers Network Services (CNS) is pleased to announce that significant upgrades are underway on its MACO infrastructure. Multiple Authentication Convenience Options (MACO) provides members with
JEAN CHATZKY HOSTS THINK MASTER CLASS ON CREDIT UNION FINANCIAL WELLNESS PROGRAMS
Personal finance journalist Jean Chatzky is a fierce advocate for financial literacy. On September 17 she will transfer her talent for “making money make sense”
PSCU’s Lumin Digital to Provide Shell Federal Credit Union with Retail Digital Banking Support
Lumin Digital, a PSCU company, today announced that Shell Federal Credit Union (Shell FCU) has signed a multi-year commitment for Lumin Digital’s cloud-based platform as
RUDY PEREIRA OF PREMIER AMERICA CU ELECTED TO CO-OP BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chuck Purvis of Coastal FCU to Serve Second Year as Board Chairperson Rudy Pereira, President/CEO of Premier America Credit Union of Chatsworth, California, has joined
PSCU Year-Over-Year Transaction Trends Update (33rd Week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
eDOCSignature proves essential in credit union space
While no organization can avoid all business challenges, technology can minimize the impact of these interruptions when properly applied. As if the stress caused by
PSCU Year-over-year Transaction Trends Update (32nd week)
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization, has updated its weekly transaction analysis from its Owner credit union members on a same-store basis
AuditLink forms strategic alliance with CPA firm Lillie & Company
AuditLink, the audit and compliance division of CU*Answers, is proud to announce a strategic alliance with Lillie & Company, a CPA firm that works exclusively
Illinois Community Credit Union Selects PSCU for Credit and Debit Processing Support
PSCU, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO), has announced that Illinois Community Credit Union (ICCU) has joined the cooperative for credit and
CO-OP Financial Services Reports on Payments Transactions Data for Full Month of July
How COVID-19 is Shifting Member Spending Behavior and How to Prepare for the Future, July 1-31, 2020 July Spending Overview By Beth Phillips, Director, Strategic
