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Credit Unions Fight Fraud With Tougher Tech and Smarter Members
Credit Unions Fight Fraud With Tougher Tech and Smarter Members
March 06, 2025  |  Credit Unions

Credit unions (CUs) have long prided themselves on being the “people’s bank” — local, personal and rooted in trust. But guess what? That makes them...

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90% of CFOs Report ‘Very Positive’ ROI From GenAI in Just 9 Months
90% of CFOs Report ‘Very Positive’ ROI From GenAI in Just 9 Months
March 06, 2025  |  Artificial Intelligence

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is changing the business landscape, especially in the financial sector. CFOs of U.S. companies with more than $1 billion in revenue...

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Fast-Food Chains Order Up AI Despite Early Missteps
Fast-Food Chains Order Up AI Despite Early Missteps
March 05, 2025  |  Artificial Intelligence

The fast food industry is stepping up its adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, with market stalwarts including McDonald’s, Yum! Brands and Wendy’s expanding their...

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Fed Beige Book Data Highlights Pressure on Consumer Spending
Fed Beige Book Data Highlights Pressure on Consumer Spending
March 05, 2025  |  Economy

The word “uncertainty” appears in the Federal Reserve’s latest Beige Book 34 times. The report, which comes out eight times a year and offers qualitative...

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Behavioral Analytics Inject ‘Smart Friction’ Into Battle Against Scams and Payments Fraud
Behavioral Analytics Inject ‘Smart Friction’ Into Battle Against Scams and Payments Fraud
March 05, 2025  |  Fraud Prevention

Scams against banks and their customers have exploded. Fraudsters pull at human nature in a bid to gain access to accounts and drain them —...

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Amex: Retail’s Future Hinges on Ditching the Discount
Amex: Retail’s Future Hinges on Ditching the Discount
March 05, 2025  |  Retail

In a world where so much is tailored to individual preferences, consumers have come to expect the same level of customization in retail. A survey...

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32% of SMBs Favor Community Banks Over National Banks
32% of SMBs Favor Community Banks Over National Banks
March 05, 2025  |  Banking

With 16% of small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) considering switching banks, many are turning to community banks and credit unions (CUs) for their personalized service...

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Thinking About a New Growth Strategy? Invite the Treasurer to the Meeting
Thinking About a New Growth Strategy? Invite the Treasurer to the Meeting
March 05, 2025  |  CFO

Strong executive leadership can make or break businesses, particularly during times of uncertainty. It doesn’t just need to be the sole reserve of the CEO...

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Data Readiness Means Playing Powers Engagement and Monetization for Gaming Businesses
Data Readiness Means Playing Powers Engagement and Monetization for Gaming Businesses
March 05, 2025  |  Data

Gaming is no longer just about entertainment; it’s about precision, personalization and profit. In the pursuit of these three pillars, few industries have harnessed the...

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