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Finopotamus News
All original financial technology (fintech) and credit union content created by Finopotamus writers and guest contributors.


White Clay Helps Credit Unions Mold Data into Better Member Relationships
White Clay helps banks and credit unions analyze data in their systems to define, understand, and strengthen accountholder relationships.

Roy Urrico
Jul 16, 20255 min read


Now’s the Time to Start Budgeting for 2026 IT Strategies
Aligning IT budgets with business objectives.

W.B. King
Jul 15, 20253 min read


FedNow’s Million-Dollar Leap: Driving B2B Payments and Modernization
Temenos Chief Product Officer Sai Rangachari discusses the implications of the FedNow limit increase to $1 million per transaction for financial institutions, particularly credit unions, and the evolving landscape of money movement.

John San Filippo
Jul 14, 20255 min read


How Deepfakes and AI Impact Identity Fraud
“By the end of 2027, deepfake fraud is estimated to have an impact of $40 billion in stolen identities, lost data, hijacked savings and more in the United States alone."

Roy Urrico
Jul 11, 20254 min read


CULA Survey Finds Affordability and Flexibility Drive Auto Leasing in 2025
An investigation into auto leasing trends.

W.B. King
Jul 10, 20252 min read


Reports Reveal Banking Fees, Features, Consumer Sentiment and Generational Shifts
"Each generation is redefining what financial partnership looks like, from Generation Z expecting immediacy and personalization, to baby boomers planning for retirement."

Roy Urrico
Jul 9, 20254 min read


BECU Acquires GenAI Fintech to Focus on Financial Well-Being
AI assists members with financial strategies.

W.B. King
Jul 8, 20253 min read


Free Digital Tools That Every Credit Union Marketer Should Know About
Guest Editorial by Alicia Disantis, Owner and Chief Brand Strategist at 38th & Kip

Alicia Disantis
Jul 7, 20253 min read


America Is Safer, Stronger and More Prosperous When It Funds International Development Work Through Credit Unions
Guest Editorial by Paul Andrews , Vice President, International Advocacy and Engagement, WOCCU

Paul Andrews
Jul 3, 20252 min read


How Cashflow Data Uncovers Hidden BNPL Debt Impact on Credit Union Members
Guest Editorial by Brian Reshefsky, CEO of EDGE

Brian Reshefsky
Jul 2, 20255 min read


Financial Education Is More Than a Service — It’s a Strategic Member Growth Tool
Guest Editorial by Jennifer Vickery, Founder & CEO of National Strategies Public Relations

Jennifer Vickery
Jul 1, 20255 min read


KeySavvy Platform Modernizes Private-Party Auto Lending for Credit Unions
How KeySavvy's platform enables credit unions like Great Basin Federal Credit Union to overcome the traditional complexities of private-party auto lending by converting the sale into a secure, all-digital dealer transaction.

John San Filippo
Jun 30, 20253 min read


2025 Tekkie Award Winner for Innovation: TruStone Financial Credit Union
TruStone Financial Credit Union earned the 2025 Finopotamus Tekkie Award for Innovation by modernizing its digital infrastructure through advancements in AI and NLP, data analytics and automation, website and CMS innovation, digital engagement tools, and cybersecurity, all aimed at enhancing the member experience and operational efficiency.

John San Filippo
Jun 27, 20254 min read


2025 Tekkie Award Winner for Increased Efficiency: Centris Federal Credit Union
Centris Federal Credit Union won the 2025 Finopotamus Tekkie Award for Increased Efficiency for its innovative overhaul of its member dispute process, which streamlined internal operations and improved the member experience.

John San Filippo
Jun 27, 20255 min read


2025 Tekkie Award Winner for Member Growth: Credit Union 1
"We know that continually expanding technology and incorporating the latest advancements is the best way to both grow and to provide our members with convenience, personalized service, and 24/7 accessibility,"

Roy Urrico
Jun 26, 20256 min read


2025 Tekkie Award Winner for People Helping People: 1st University Credit Union
Providing life changing resources.

W.B. King
Jun 26, 20253 min read


2025 Tekkie Award Winner for Revenue Growth: Extra Credit Union
Why looking beyond credit scores can make sense.

W.B. King
Jun 25, 20252 min read


2025 Tekkie Award Winner for CUSO of the Year: CU NextGen
A no-code, industry first offering.

W.B. King
Jun 25, 20253 min read


2025 Tekkie Award Co-Winner for Game Changer: Mahalo Banking
"We were honored to receive the Game Changer Tekkie Award — this recognition is a reflection of our team’s passion for creating meaningful, secure member-first technology."

Roy Urrico
Jun 24, 20255 min read


2025 Tekkie Award Co-Winner for Game Changer: Talkdesk
“I am delighted. Especially the work that (Finopotamus) does. It is a validation of the time, effort, and the partnerships that we have built with credit unions over the last several years."

Roy Urrico
Jun 24, 20255 min read
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