GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.–CU*Answers announced that its Internet Retailer Support Center (IRSC) and Web & Mobile Developer teams will begin launching MACO (Multiple Authentication Convenience Options) to credit union mobile apps on Feb. 1st.
Using DAON biometric authentication, members can access their membership from their credit union mobile app by using face recognition, voice recognition, fingerprint, or pin, adding to the traditional username and password, the company said.
"MACO helps credit unions offer their members convenience when signing into their mobile app, and using this type of convenience within credit union mobile apps will be just the beginning on where this type of software can be used,” said Kristian Daniel, IRSC account executive.
For info: IRSC online store.
Separately, Liberty Lake, Wash.-based CU*Northwest announced that Puget Sound Refinery FCU in Anacortes, Wash., has signed with CU*NorthWest and is scheduled for conversion in May 2018. The $11.3-million credit union represents approximately 1,130 members.
“When it came time to re-evaluate our core processing solution we were interested in an opportunity to work with a cooperative CUSO. During our discovery phase, we spoke with several CEOs regarding CU*NorthWest,” said Puget Sound Refinery FCU CEO Darene Follette. “Every CEO we spoke with had nothing but positive comments about the service and support they receive as clients and owners of CU*NorthWest. As a smaller credit union, WE needed a partner who could offer us flexibility, and we believe we have found that partner with CU*NorthWest.”
Greg Smith, CEO of CU*Northwest, added, “It is exciting to have another Washington credit union joining us as we continue to grow our client base here. Like credit unions, it’s a cooperative thing – a fundamental piece to our value.”