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How the OCC risk governance framework applies to community banks

Abrigo

In September, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) published final guidelines designed to “strengthen the governance and risk management practices of large financial institutions.” While the final guidance clearly applies to larger financial institutions, community banks should still take note.

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Community Banks Debut FinTech Alliance

PYMNTS

Alloy’s Julieann Thurlow, CEO of Reading Cooperative Bank, said, “Community banks play a special role in the lives of our customers, but we don’t have the same IT and innovation budgets as the big banks to capitalize on that relationship.” Guidelines From The UK. and MarketInvoice.

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How to avoid costly BSA enforcement actions: Proactive steps for bank compliance

Abrigo

Although the above example is a large bank, similar enforcement actions are being handed down to community banks. Key strategies to prevent BSA enforcement actions To prevent BSA enforcement actions, banks must prioritize proactive compliance measures. Provide timely updates in response to changes in regulations.

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What Does Section 1033 Really Mean for Banks?

South State Correspondent

These authorized third parties could be banks, fintech companies, or data aggregators. In a late add and surprising twist, the CFPB included payment apps, digital wallets, and bank accounts. The rule also establishes strict guidelines for third parties accessing consumer data.

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Important Considerations When Growing the CRE Portfolio

Abrigo

In a survey of community banks and credit unions at the 2016 Sageworks Risk Management Summit, 42 percent of respondents said Commercial Real Estate, or CRE, lending was their primary focus for loan portfolio growth. This reflects a larger industry trend. For many, commercial real estate lending may be the ticket.

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Facebook Faces Billions In Possible GDPR Fines

PYMNTS

The impact of Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation ( GDPR ) continues to take shape roughly five months after taking effect, and Facebook could be on the hook for billions of dollars in fines tied to a data breach of about 50 million user accounts. Crypto Regulations. community banks and small business lending.

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Aaron Stetter: Back to Capitol Hill

Independent Banker

After a year of virtual visits, the ICBA Capital Summit —the most high-profile and powerful community bank advocacy event of the year—is back in person May 1–4. No other event provides more opportunities for community bankers to engage with lawmakers, regulators and government officials. Washington, D.C.,

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