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In Case You Missed It – 4.1.2026
In honor of April Fool’s Day, we’re not going to fool anyone. We’re just going to relax the rules a little, and mix in some items that have absolutely nothing to do with credit unions. Here’s what we noticed, in case you missed it: Current cat obsession: Gumbus Gumbus is a toothless cat with enormous,…
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In Case You Missed It – 2.25.2026
Strong financially independent women, experts talk core conversions, avoiding really bad reactions when you use AI, and the credit union that pays for grades. Here’s what we noticed, in case you missed it: “Money Like a Woman” Movement celebrates strengths Linda Armyn, President/CEO at FourLeaf Federal Credit Union in Bethpage New York, shared some incredible…
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In Case You Missed It – 1.28.2026
All CUs should sign on with Life Over Debt. Sloppy AI is dangerous to your brand. Penny elimination produces headaches. Will TikTok stay on top? Here’s what we noticed, in case you missed it. Life Over Debt is the credit union difference in action We want to bring visibility and attention to Life Over Debt,…
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In case you missed it – 12.10.2025
Support for new CUs, raising capital for African Diaspora FCU, funding for Haven FCU, helping members avoid AI video and strategys for indirect auto loans. Here’s what we noticed, in case you missed it: Why small (and new) CUs matter We loved this well-reasoned, thorough, and passionate article on why small (and new) credit unions…
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In case you missed it – 11.5.2025
Welcome to the family, Sacramento CU! Plus new financial wellness app, the next generation of cardholders, and doubling down on community support. Here’s what we noticed, in case you missed it. iDiz welcomes Sacramento Credit Union to their CU website family! This is a bit of horn-tooting, but in iDiz Inc. news, we’re proud to…
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In case you missed it – 10.1.2025
A home equity boom, complex car loans, the power of podcasts, and the strength in differences. Here’s what we noticed, in case you missed it: Higher home values set new records in home equity There’s an interesting flip side to the inflation in home values in recent years, namely the fact that home equity is…
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In case you missed it – 8.27.2025
Big money for banking AI, how to help stressed members, more online auto loan opportunities, a feel-good newsletter, and the Cracker Barrel rebrand brawl. Here’s what we noticed, in case you missed it: Big bank, big budget, big tech, big numbers, big wow Just let this sink in a bit… according to this CU Daily…
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In Case You Missed It – 7.30.25
The word on new legislation, why your members are concerned about money, how to improve a board of directors and a potential new Turing test. Here’s what we noticed, in case you missed it: Bill to support new CUs Some interesting CU news from congress. Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA) announced the introduction of H.R. 4544,…
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In Case You Missed It – 6.18.25
A look at the GENIUS Act. Making your CU’s mission the a priority. Helping members through the ups and downs of real life. Putting an end to penny production. The importance of social media and AI. Here’s what we noticed, in case you missed it: So, uh, is the GENIUS Act good or bad or…
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In Case You Missed It – 5.28.25
Thoughts on yet another lending fintech, creepy AI images, partnership ponderings, weird times (again), and more. Here’s what we noticed, in case you missed it. Is home equity and mortgage lending still fundamentally local? This week’s Exploding Topics (a free weekly newsletter highlighting the latest trends using search data – definitely worth subscribing) discussed Figure…
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