Best Consumers Credit Union Podcasts (2025)

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Starting Simple, Small and with Purpose 36:14

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Glen speaks with the CU De Novo Collective’s Denise Wymore about the grassroots groundswell of interest in starting new credit unions, overcoming the challenges of progressing from concept to market, and why a voice for CU creation is needed to counter a one-way trend. Also- Fiserv’s stablecoin play, The FTA’s attempt to preserve open banking, and …

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EP 7 Sheel Mohnot: Building Symbiotic Fintech-Banking Partnerships 31:16

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In this episode of Consumer Lending Perspectives, Sheel Mohnot, Co-Founder and General Partner of Better Tomorrow Ventures, joins the show with host, Jeff Bogan, CFO at Upgrade and fintech veteran. Better Tomorrow Ventures is a venture capital fund dedicated to fintech companies globally. Sheel’s insights span the fintech landscape, from the symbio…

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Consumers Pay in Mysterious Ways (it’s alright, it’s alright) 40:57

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Glen chats with the Atlanta Fed’s Claire Greene about the latest Diary and Survey of Consumer Payment Choice and the messy realities of dealing with real world data. Also- next steps in the stablecoin saga and…Fintech’s answer to GameStop? Links related to this episode: The Atlanta Fed’s Survey and Diary of Consumer Payment Choice: https://www.atla…

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Circle’s Stroke of Genius/Can Anyone Regulate AI? 46:39

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John and Glen ruminate on a pair of major events reshuffling the fintech world- The Circle IPO’s impact on venture funding, and the Big Beautiful Bill’s unorthodox approach to throttling AI regulation. Also- John gets “spun out on quantum,” and admits a surprising change of heart regarding his outlook for AI. Links related to this episode: Glen’s b…

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Are Younger Generations Branching Out? 35:49

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Glen speaks with Georgia State University Finance Professor Jonathan Godbey about new student-led consumer research that yields some unexpected findings about Gen Z banking attitudes. Plus- Circle’s IPO is roundly celebrated, Illinois kicks the interchange can down the road, and the AI Easter Egg hiding in the Big Beautiful Bill. Links related to t…

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The Business of Trust 33:17

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Glen speaks with Edelman Smithfield’s Deidre Campbell to explore her firm’s new Financial Services Trust Barometer and the (mostly) positive signs for banks and credit unions. Also- the latest Gen AI fiasco has a familiar ring, Illinois’ unworkable interchange law moves bizarrely close to reality, and why the CFPB’s withdrawal of its open banking r…

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Have Your Bot Call My Bot 33:16

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Recapping this month’s Finovate Spring event, Glen connects with Steven Ramirez (Beyond the Arc) and Elias Kruger (Long Range AI) to compare notes on the standouts and key takeaways- such as agentic AI- from San Diego. Also- Coinbase packs a year’s news into a single week, and Nevada looks to enter the payments fray. Links related to this episode: …

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Will Pay By Bank Run FIs Off the Rails? 41:42

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Glen connects with Paylume’s Andrew Gomez to unpack the burgeoning pay by bank model, explore lessons learned from other countries’ rollouts, and consider the pros and cons facing banks and credit unions. Also- a possible open banking do-over, more stadium naming rights, and resisting the urge to spike the ball before the goal line. Links related t…

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Jeff Cain of Fidelity on Tech's Role in Building Wealth 18:05

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Our guest on this episode of Data Driven Finance is Jeff Cain, VP Fintech Research at Fidelity Investments. Before that he was Head of Partnerships at Brightside and spent eight years at Yodlee. Jeff got his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics at Stanford and a Masters from Harvard. We’re not really talking about Fidelity; we’re going bigger picture and…

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Getting Direct About ACH 38:38

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A pair of conversations from last week’s Smarter Faster Payments conference- Glen’s annual check-in with Nacha CEO Jane Larimer, and PASA CEO Ghita Erling shares insights on modernizing South Africa’s payment system through collaboration rather than mandate. Also- AI shopping agents, Uber discovers paper, and the vultures circle around checks. Link…

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EP 6 Digital Transformation: Maintaining Customer Focus with Marc Butterfield 35:54

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What does it take to innovate in banking today? How do institutions balance cutting-edge technology with customer trust and regulatory responsibility? In this episode of Consumer Lending Perspective, guest Marc Butterfield, SVP of Market Expansion and New Product Development at First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO), joins Jeff Bogan, host, to explore…

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Going Where the Trust Is 44:10

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Continuing our NACUSO Reimagine coverage, Glen speaks with Silvur founder Rhian Horgan about the “social journey of retirement” and how credit unions can play to their strengths in transitioning their biggest borrowers into their biggest depositors. Also- more of John’s conversation with cybersecurity expert Emma Zaballos about DeepSeek’s rise and …

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Big Ideas Cut Through the Chaos 35:14

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Live from NACUSO’s Reimagine conference Glen speaks with the co-founders of Next Big Idea competition winner Goodbuy, Cara Oppenheimer and Cary Fortin. CUSO lawyer Brian Lauer shares his insights on the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape, and then as if on cue the tectonic plates shift…. Links related to this episode: Goodbuy: https://www.trygoo…

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DeepSeek, ByteDance, and the AI Arms Race 37:40

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In this week’s episode of the BIGcast, host John Best sits down with Emma Zaballos, cybersecurity expert and Product Marketing Manager at CyCognito, to unpack one of the biggest surprises in generative AI: the emergence of China's DeepSeek. Emma and John dive deep (pun intended) into the implications of DeepSeek’s rise, the broader cybersecurity co…

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No Day of Rest for Payments on Sunday 26:59

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Glen speaks with Nacha’s Stephanie Prebish and Devon Marsh about the upcoming Smarter Faster Payments conference in New Orleans, as well as Same Day ACH’s remarkable sustained growth and the rising tide that lifts all riverboats. Also- First reflections on Americas Credit Unions’ leadership change, and… No Tariff Talk! Links related to this episode…

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Gretchen Rodriguez of TD Bank on Payment Systems 26:35

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Our guest on this episode of Data Driven Finance is Gretchen Rodriguez, Head of Product for Payments at TD Bank. She approaches products with an entrepreneur’s mindset and has designed and launched products in fintech, e-commerce, cybersecurity, and identity & trust. Gretchen spent time as a Senior Product Manager and Product Owner at eBay, serves …

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How To Survive a Scam 21:26

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When people discover that they've been a victim of a scam, it can feel like the world is being pulled out from under them. The aftermath of a scam is sometimes a very long and painful road to walk, and the worst part is that scam victims are often very much alone on that journey. But there's a growing push to change that. We've come to the finale …

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All the News That’s Fit To Share (Draft) 34:09

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Glen speaks with Frank Diekmann, Founder and Publisher of the newly minted The CU Daily, about his latest venture and the need for “hard news” reporting in the credit union space. Also- a ray of light for CDFIs, grandstanding against paper checks, and splitting hairs on CBDCs. Links related to this episode: The CU Daily: https://thecudaily.com/ The…

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Senate Lawmakers Reject CFPB Overdraft Fee Cap, Robinhood Launches Banking Services, & Automotive Repossessions Surge 4:52

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Senate lawmakers have recently rejected a critical rule proposed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) that sought to impose a cap on overdraft fees, maintaining the current average fee of $35 per transaction. This legislative decision has significant implications for financial inclusivity, particularly affecting lower-income individua…

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Robinhood Launches Wealth Management Services, Affirm's CEO Positions Company as the "American Express" of Buy Now, Pay Later, and CFPB Grilled on Capitol Hill 4:57

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Robinhood has unveiled its new wealth management services, a pivotal development that underscores the increasing demand for professional financial guidance among retail traders. Concurrently, Affirm's CEO has articulated a vision for the company to emerge as the "American Express" of the Buy Now, Pay Later sector, emphasizing structured repayment o…

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Defending and Debunking Credit Unions’ Tax Status 37:28

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Glen connects with the Defense Credit Union Council’s Jason Stverak to discuss the dual threats- not-for-profit tax treatment and CDFI designation- facing the industry, and the bizarre misrepresentations surrounding each. Also- Klarna’s IPO parade, and an acclaimed entry in the Credit Union Film Festival. Links related to this episode: The Defense …

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JPMorgan Chase Partners With Walmart on Embedded Finance Solutions, Treasury Department Prepares to Streamline Banking Regulators Under its Control, & Chime Launches $500 Instant Loans Targeting the Underbanked ... 4:30

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JPMorgan Chase has entered into a strategic partnership with Walmart to unveil an innovative embedded finance solution designed to facilitate seamless payment processing for merchants operating within Walmart's Marketplace platform. This collaboration is poised to enhance transaction efficiency while enabling sellers to manage their cash flow direc…

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BNPL Transactions Explode to $175B, the FDIC Warns of Cybersecurity Risks, & the Trump Administration Weighs Capital Requirement Reductions for Smaller Banks 4:59

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The burgeoning landscape of financial transactions has witnessed an unprecedented surge in Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) transactions, which have skyrocketed to a staggering $175 billion. This remarkable growth not only underscores a significant shift in consumer purchasing behavior but also intensifies the competitive dynamic between fintech companies …

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Critical ChatGPT Vulnerability Targeting Financial Institutions Identified, Strategic Cloud Partnership Announced Between Finastra and IBM, Affirm's Expanded Credit Reporting, & a Data Breach at Western ... 4:16

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A critical vulnerability in ChatGPT has been identified, specifically targeting financial institutions, raising significant concerns about the security of sensitive consumer data. This revelation is accompanied by the announcement of a strategic cloud partnership between Finastra and IBM, which aims to enhance cloud-based lending solutions and faci…

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Fed Chair Powell Navigates Economic Crosswinds, Tariffs Drive Inflation Uncertainty, Fintech Firms Eye Bank Charters, & Community Bankers Challenge Credit Union Tax Exemptions 3:39

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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell confronts a complex economic landscape characterized by inflationary pressures stemming from tariffs, which complicate the central bank’s monetary policy decisions. The Fed has opted to maintain its benchmark interest rate, acknowledging the challenges posed by stagnant growth and rising prices, reminiscent of st…

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Anthropic Pivots Toward Enterprise AI Solutions as Microsoft Envisions Collaborative "Digital Chief of Staff" Future, Acting Comptroller Hood Condemns "Repugnant" Debanking Practices, & Capital One-Discover ... 4:49

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Anthropic is making a significant pivot toward enterprise AI solutions, as Microsoft envisions a future where AI acts as a collaborative "Digital Chief of Staff." This episode delves into the implications of these developments, particularly in the context of the Justice Department's concerns regarding the Capital One-Discover merger, which may adve…

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Post-Disaster Playbook – How Criminals Exploit Disaster Relief 25:20

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In recent years, fires, storms, floods and even pandemics have threatened lives and caused extraordinary damage for millions of people. The good news is that governments, disaster relief specialists, and even ordinary, kind people always move in to help. The bad news is that in many of these emergency situations, scammers see an opportunity to poun…

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Following the Smart Money at GAC 34:52

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Our second wave of interviews from the recent Governmental Affairs Conference features Glen’s interviews with company founders Paul Fiore (CU WealthNext) and Kian Sarrashteh (InvestiFi), plus Candescent’s new Chief Product Officer Gareth Gaston on digital banking lessons to be gleaned from fields like travel. Links related to this episode: Candesce…

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Trump Nominates Bowman for Fed Vice Chair, Klarna Replaces Affirm at Walmart, Oracle Eyes TikTok takeover, & Highlights From Day One of CBA LIVE 4:58

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President Donald Trump has nominated Michelle Bowman as the next vice chair for supervision of the Federal Reserve, a decision that underscores her considerable expertise in inflation regulation and banking. This nomination comes in the wake of Michael Barr's resignation from the position, and if confirmed, Bowman intends to strengthen the banking …

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Klarna Files for NYSE Listing, Chase Cracks Down on Zelle Fraud, Trump Slashes CDFI Fund, & CBA Live Conference Kicks Off 4:55

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Klarna has officially filed for a listing on the New York Stock Exchange, marking a significant step in the fintech landscape. This episode delves into the implications of this IPO, alongside a critical examination of Chase's recent measures to combat fraud on the Zelle platform, wherein the bank has identified a notable correlation between social …

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A Taxing Week in Washington 41:44

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Glen recaps an action-packed Government Affairs Conference, featuring our annual interview with America’s Credit Unions’ Economics Team on the coming year’s outlook. An “existential threat” to the industry’s income tax exemption headlined a packed agenda, but the CFPB, NCUA and interchange legislation were also on the menu- not to mention tariff wh…

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Lunar Launches Youth Banking App, Valley National Bank and Achieva Credit Union Make Senior Level Appointments, Wall Street Suffers Downturn as Consumer Debt Concerns Grow, & Major Banks Make Strategic ... 4:55

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Lunar has recently launched a pioneering youth banking application designed to cater to children aged 7 to 14 across Denmark, Sweden, and Norway, thereby addressing a significant gap in the market for digital financial literacy. Concurrently, major shifts are occurring within the banking sector, as Valley National Bank and Achieva Credit Union anno…

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Banks Brace for Regulatory Whiplash as FDIC Reverses Course, Job Numbers Miss Expectations, & LoanDepot sees Anthony Hsieh Return 4:58

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The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has recently reversed its regulatory stance, prompting banks to brace for significant regulatory fluctuations that could impact their operational frameworks. Concurrently, the U.S. economy has illustrated a concerning trend, as job creation in February fell short of expectations, with an addition of …

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Trump to meet with Tech CEOs Amid Tariff Concerns, Klarna Readies IPO with a $15 billion Valuation Target, & Fed's Beige Book Reveals Mounting Economic Uncertainty 4:38

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President Trump is poised to engage in discussions with prominent tech CEOs amidst escalating concerns regarding tariffs that could profoundly affect the industry. This crucial meeting will involve executives from major corporations such as IBM, Intel, Qualcomm, and HP, who are expected to deliberate on the ramifications of current trade policies a…

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President Trump Addresses Congress Amid Market Turmoil, Klarna's CEO Predicts a SaaS shakeup, the CFPB Drops its Zelle Lawsuit, & a Credit Union Employee Replaces Real Cash with Movie Money 4:33

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President Trump delivered a significant address to Congress amidst considerable market turmoil, emphasizing his administration's commitment to economic revitalization through various proposed measures, including new tariffs and tax eliminations. This address was marked by a stark display of partisan division, with Democratic lawmakers expressing di…

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Evolution of a Scam – The Nigerian Prince and the Yahoo Boys 27:15

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Successful scams never quite disappear – they just shift and change over time, becoming new, slightly different versions of themselves as time goes on. But they all have to start somewhere, and in this episode we’re examining the evolution of one of the most famous scams of all: the Nigerian Prince scam. The Nigerian Prince scam is an old, confiden…

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The Sky’s the Limit for Credit Union Communication 27:03

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Glen quizzes John about his initiative leveraging social media app BlueSky’s open source architecture to create a moderated, inclusive platform for credit union dialogue and experimentation. Also- threading the needle at the Governmental Affairs Conference. Links related to this episode: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/notifications Our Bluesky accounts …

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The FDIC Rolls Back Merger Policies, BMO Bets Big on Quantum Computing, Capital One & Wells Fargo Earn Top Marks for CRA, while VC Abandons FinTech for AI 4:54

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The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has proposed a rollback of its recent merger policies, indicating a shift in regulatory approach as it seeks to foster economic growth and innovation within the banking sector. Concurrently, BMO Financial Group is making significant investments in quantum computing, aligning itself with the IBM Quant…

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Banking Executives Brace for Industry Reshuffling as Texas Banks Merge, Leadership Changes Sweep Across Financial Institutions, & Regulators Face Organizational Upheaval at the CFPB 4:52

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Banking executives are currently poised for significant industry reshuffling, as evidenced by the recent merger activities among Texas banks and the overarching leadership changes proliferating across various financial institutions. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is confronting considerable organizational upheaval, with allegations…

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BNY Partners with OpenAI, Betterment Acquires Ellevest's Automated Investing Business, & Jonathan McKernan Faces Tough Questioning During his CFPB Confirmation Hearing 4:59

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We discuss the recent partnership between BNY, the United States' oldest bank, and OpenAI, which aims to incorporate artificial intelligence into BNY's operations to enhance efficiency and streamline complex workflows. Additionally, we delve into the implications of Jonathan McKernan's confirmation hearing for the Consumer Financial Protection Bure…

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Bringing Loans out of the Lab 34:26

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Glen speaks with DePaul University professor and financial innovation expert Lamont Black about his recent work on a blockchain-based secondary loan market to unlock credit union liquidity and reduce costs. Also- Chase tries to keep Zelle in the “friends and family,” and 2024 payment stats beg the question “how fast is fast enough?” Links related t…

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JPMorgan Doubles Down on Private Credit, Anthropic Unveils Claude 3.7 Sonnet, & Robinhood celebrates as the SEC Drops its Crypto Investigation Without Enforcement Action 4:51

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JPMorgan Chase has decisively intensified its engagement in the private credit sector, allocating an additional $50 billion towards direct lending initiatives, thereby positioning itself strategically within a market anticipated to burgeon into a $3 trillion enterprise by 2028. Concurrently, Anthropic has unveiled its latest innovation, the Claude …

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House Republicans Target FDIC Regulations while Microsoft, Figure, & Coinbase Reshape Tomorrow's Tech Landscape 4:53

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House Republicans are actively pursuing reforms targeting FDIC regulations, particularly in their efforts to eliminate reputational risk considerations from bank examinations. This initiative arises from concerns regarding perceived discrimination in banking practices, especially as it pertains to cryptocurrency businesses. Concurrently, significan…

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Early Days – The Origin Story of Early Warning 15:39

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You know Nickel & Crime as the award-winning financial true crime show where we dissect the inner workings of modern fraud cases…but what do you know about Early Warning, the company behind the show? In this episode, we’re stepping away from our usual format to tell you all about our origin story. Early Warning is a financial services technology le…

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Scams, Grievances and the Enduring Value of Trust 30:00

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Glen shares a pair of interviews from last week’s Deluxe Exchange conference- Scamnetic co-founder Al Pascual on a startup’s mission to preempt fraud earlier in the pipeline, and Deidre Campbell on a few financial services silver linings amid troubling data from the annual Edelman Trust Barometer. Also- Bingo cards and the CFPB carousel. Links rela…

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Trump Eyes FDIC Merger, OpenAI's Altman Promises GPT-5, & JPMorgan Chase Trims Workforce Amidst Regulatory Shifts 4:27

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The Trump administration is contemplating a significant merger of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation with other regulatory entities, such as the Treasury Department, in an effort to streamline and enhance the oversight of America's banking framework. This proposal includes the potential integration of the FDIC's regulatory responsibilities w…

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nCino Acquires Sandbox Banking, DeepSeek AI Faces Security Concerns, & President Trump Nominates McKernan and Gould to Lead Key Financial Regulatory Agencies 4:56

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The recent acquisition of Sandbox Banking by nCino marks a significant development in the realm of cloud banking solutions, as it underscores the increasing consolidation within the fintech sector. Concurrently, the alarming security vulnerabilities associated with DeepSeek AI have raised serious concerns, prompting calls for stringent regulations …

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Reimagining Innovation, CUSOs and Big Ideas 32:01

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Glen speaks with NACUSO’s Interim CEO- and serial CUSO founder- Miriam Ackerman about plans for the group’s Reimagine conference this April in Las Vegas, including a juiced up Next Big Idea competition. Also- a quick summary of the busiest credit union news week in recent memory. Links related to this episode: NACUSO’s Reimagine Conference, April 1…

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Rodney Hood Takes Helm at the OCC, Wells Fargo Modernizes its Commercial Platform, & Courts Continue to Reshape Small Business Lending Rules 4:57

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Rodney Hood's recent appointment as the Acting Comptroller of the Currency marks a pivotal moment for the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) as it seeks to navigate the complexities of contemporary financial regulation. Hood, with his extensive background in both government and major financial institutions, is poised to enhance the OCC…

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CFPB Faces Legal Challenges Over its Shutdown, Consumer Borrowing Hits Record Highs, & JPMorgan Chase Reshapes its Commercial Banking Leadership 4:16

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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) currently grapples with significant legal challenges stemming from its abrupt shutdown, which has been met with fierce opposition from various stakeholders. Concurrently, consumer borrowing has surged to unprecedented levels, with a staggering increase of $40.8 billion reported in December, highlighti…