PURCHASE, N.Y.—Mastercard said it has partnered with three digital asset platforms in Asia to issue payment cards that will allow consumers in the region to convert Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies into fiat currencies.
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WASHINGTON—In response to a proposed rule from the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s that would amend the government sponsored enterprises’ (GSEs’) Enterprise Regulatory Capital Framework (ERCF), NAFCU is asking for adjustment of the base risk rate for mortgages originated by credit unions.
SEATTLE—As the holidays approach, Amazon said it is partnering with Chase to allow the bank’s cardholders to earn points and save on Amazon purchases.
NEW DELHI, India—India received $87 billion in remittances in 2021, and the United States was the biggest source, accounting for over 20% of these funds, the World Bank said in its latest report.
ALEXANDRIA, Va.– In a joint letter, the three members of the NCUA board are requesting Congress make permanent the enhancements to the Central Liquidity Facility (CLF) contained in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act).
ARLINGTON, Va.–Credit union advocates in Washington this week will have their eyes on the Senate, where negotiations, arm twisting and deal-cutting will be taking place on both the Build Back Better Act and the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
ARLINGTON—NAFCU has launched a national digital campaign called the “Stop Big Bank Bullies”.
WASHINGTON–With separate calls by some for congressional hearings on NCUA and on the credit reporting industry, one credit union advocate in Washington doesn’t believe either will occur.
WASHINGTON–Legislation that would remove federal prohibitions on financial institutions from serving cannabis-related businesses has bipartisan support not just in Congress but from many states’ governors, and in addition also has widespread support from the American people—so why is it taking so long to pass?
BEAVERCREEK, Ohio–Wright-Patt Credit Union has named a new president and CEO to succeed the retiring Doug Fecher.