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Colorado Just Elected a Tech-Savvy Governor Who Takes Blockchain Seriously

Bank Innovation

Amid a dizzying night of political drama, a bright spot appeared for the fintech and cryptocurrency communities -- the election of Jared Polis to Governor of Colorado. Polis is known for many things, such as being the first openly gay state governor ever elected and a dot-com millionaire to the tune of $400 million, but […].

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Colorado Just Elected a Tech-Savvy Governor Who Takes Blockchain Seriously

Bank Innovation

Amid a dizzying night of political drama, a bright spot appeared for the fintech and cryptocurrency communities -- the election of Jared Polis (D) to Governor of Colorado. Polis is known for many things, such as being the first openly gay state governor ever elected and a dot-com millionaire to the tune of $400 million, […].

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Credit Union Helps US Marijuana Businesses Put Down Roots

PYMNTS

Massachusetts joins a handful of states, including Colorado, Washington and Maine, that have taken steps to legalize recreational marijuana. Part of our mission is to improve the quality of life in our communities. GFA will also follow compliance guidelines and take steps to ensure it only engages with legitimate retailers.

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Six Smart Steps

Independent Banker

A community bank’s practical guide to compliance cost control. When it comes to reducing compliance costs, recommendations typically fall into complicated territory. Few community banks have the luxury of ripping and replacing their entire compliance management strategy, leaving many executives on the hunt for practical tips.

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Who were ICBA’s Top Lenders of 2022?

Independent Banker

Last year, community bank loan producers were faced with both record-low interest rates and a glut of deposits. But as they always do, they came through for individuals and businesses in their communities with a combination of personalized service and prudent risk management practices. First Community Bank of the Heartland, Inc.

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Springboard to Excellence

Independent Banker

ICBA’s in-depth certification programs vault compliance officers to the highest standards. imberly Anderson, senior vice president and chief administrative officer of Cañon National Bank in southern Colorado, became her community bank’s loan compliance officer in 2003. By Ed Avis. I think that’s very important.”.

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FDIC sides with Colorado in court tussle over high-cost loans

American Banker

is arguing that Colorado has the right to establish an interest rate cap that all state-chartered banks must follow. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Three industry groups are suing the state in an effort to stop its attempted crackdown.