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FDIC extends compliance date for some signage rules

Oct 18, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
The FDIC announced that it is extending the compliance date for the new signage and advertising rule from Jan. 1, 2025, to May 1, 2025.

Report: Stablecoins do not act as safe havens during crypto market stress

Oct 18, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
Stablecoins do not act as “safe havens” during crypto market stress, but their market capitalization drops after significant shocks, according to a Bank for International Settlements working paper.

ThinkTECH Solutions Forum on data today

Oct 17, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA’s ThinkTECH Solutions Forum: Data is scheduled for noon (Eastern time) today. Community bankers can attend live or get the recording. Registration is free for ICBA members.

ICBA updates advocacy dashboard

Oct 17, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA updated its “Advocacy in Action” government relations dashboard for the fourth quarter with the latest community banking advocacy successes and priorities.

ICBA: FHFA guidance on FHLBank liquidity won’t work

Oct 17, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA and state community banking associations told the Federal Housing Finance Agency that its recent Advisory Bulletin to the FHLBanks regarding credit risk management expectations for member institutions lacked both clarity and statutory authority.

Independent Banker: ICBA continues amplifying concerns in stablecoin debate

Oct 16, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
As lawmakers continue to debate a regulatory framework for stablecoins, the latest Independent Banker magazine highlights how ICBA remains engaged to ensure that policymakers address the concerns of community banks.

Agencies issue joint statement on institutions affected by Hurricane Milton

Oct 16, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
Federal and state financial regulators issued a joint statement saying they recognize the serious impact of Hurricane Milton on the customers and operations of many financial institutions and will provide appropriate regulatory assistance to affected institutions subject to their supervision.

Agencies adjust HPML, Reg Z, and Reg M exemption thresholds

Oct 16, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
The agencies issued three annual threshold adjustment final rules, effective Jan. 1.

ICBA supports FDIC proposal to enhance ILC oversight

Oct 15, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA expressed support for an FDIC proposed rule that would enhance oversight of industrial loan companies.

ICBA check fraud detection guide now available

Oct 15, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA’s Check Fraud Task Force published a guide that explains the solutions available to community banks to detect instances of check fraud.

Fed’s Bowman cites community bank, credit union regulatory disparities

Oct 15, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said regulatory disparities between community banks and nonbank providers—including credit unions—can have a distortive effect on competition.

ICBA task force releases check fraud detection guide

Oct 11, 2024 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA’s Check Fraud Task Force published a guide that explains the solutions available to community banks to detect instances of check fraud.