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IDOF Senior Fraud and Financial Exploitation Prevention Roadshow
Fraud targeting older Idahoans continues to grow, and banks can play an important role in helping customers recognize the warning signs before money is lost. The Idaho Department of Finance is bringing its fourth annual Senior Fraud and Financial Exploitation Prevention Roadshow to six Idaho communities this September. The free…
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Idaho Bankers Association Joins BankChain Alliance
The Idaho Bankers Association has joined 39 other state bankers associations in announcing the formation of BankChain Alliance, a new industry-owned initiative designed to help banks of all sizes safely offer modern payment and banking services. The Alliance is developing an industry-designed, industry-governed blockchain network that will give participating financial…
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What Does the New Reciprocal Deposit Legislation in the Housing Act Mean for U.S. Banks?
By Joe Hooker, Chief Sales Officer, IntraFi The recently enacted 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act marks a significant shift in how U.S. banks can use reciprocal deposits—an established but increasingly important tool for deposit growth and local lending. What the law changes The new law amends the Federal Deposit…
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Stablecoin Loophole Raises Concerns for Idaho Community Banks
A recent Idaho Statesman guest opinion highlights a growing concern for community banks as policymakers continue developing the regulatory framework for stablecoins. In the op-ed, Carlan McDaniel, executive vice president and chief operating officer at The Bank of Commerce and chair of the Idaho Community Bank Committee, points to an…
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Practical AI Solutions for Banking: Join Us in Salt Lake City
Artificial intelligence is quickly changing how financial institutions approach efficiency, customer service, fraud prevention, risk management, and day-to-day operations. The challenge for bankers is determining which tools offer practical value and how they can be implemented responsibly. The Idaho Bankers Association, in partnership with other western state bankers associations, is…
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Build Stronger Ag Portfolios at the 2026 ABA Agricultural Bankers Conference
Agricultural bankers are helping producers navigate a difficult operating environment. Tight margins, elevated input costs, changing trade conditions and new technology are influencing both farm profitability and lending decisions. The 2026 ABA Agricultural Bankers Conference will bring agricultural lenders and industry experts together November 4–6 at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis.…
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Navigating Compliance Challenges: Key Insights for Financial Institutions
The financial industry is navigating a whirlwind of regulatory changes, record-breaking activity, and emerging fraud schemes. For compliance officers, auditors, and other stakeholders, staying ahead requires a proactive approach to understanding and addressing these developments. Here, we explore three critical areas shaping the compliance landscape: the surge in regulatory proposals,…
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New Resource: The AI Framework for Community Banks
Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming part of the operating environment for financial institutions. For community banks, the opportunity is real, but so is the need for structure, oversight, and clear governance. Verapath has released The AI Framework for Community Banks, a practical guide designed for institutions navigating AI adoption within…
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