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Diversity gets a lot of attention in credit unions, and it should (although let’s not confuse attention with action. Stop for a moment and look around at any major credit union meeting and Rainbow Coalition it’s not.)

ONTARIO, Calif.—The mortgage market has moved right into credit unions’ sweet spot, according to one expert, who adds that if CUs are to capitalize on the shift they must begin offering new solutions.

SALT LAKE CITY—Utah recently launched a regulatory sandbox that will enable fintech startups to test new products and services without getting a license.

RIVERSIDE, Calif.–Today is the last day members of Altura Credit Union can nominate someone for the CU’s Gorgeous Grandma Makeover Contest.

GARDNER, Mass.—GFA Federal Credit Union and its cannabis banking unit, Safe Harbor of Massachusetts and New Hampshire, said it has entered into partnerships with investment management and insurance providers to deliver turnkey financial solutions customized for cannabis in the two states.

ITHACA, N.Y. — A credit union here has launched a loan program for people undergoing gender transition.

TACOMA, Wash.–Ronaldo Hardy, known to many in credit unions for his work leading credit unions as well as efforts to expand diversity, is joining CU Strategic Planning.

ARLINGTON, Va.—A new version of NAFCU's marijuana banking issue brief is now available online, with the association saying it provides credit unions with comprehensive updates on federal legislative efforts and state-level marijuana laws.

NEW YORK—JPMorgan Chase has launched a platform to digitize and automate cross-border payments in China, while separately it has been hit with a fine by Ireland’s regulator.