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The top-performing community banks of 2021

Independent Banker

Independent Banker’s annual listing top-performing community banks of 2021 alongside interviews with some of the winners. In true community bank fashion, each has its own story to tell and its own path to success. In true community bank fashion, each has its own story to tell and its own path to success. Philadelphia.

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The community bank guide to FedNow resources

Independent Banker

As community banks navigate this process, there are plenty of resources available to answer questions and provide guidance. Three sources of information on FedNow As community banks look to take advantage of this new opportunity, they seek resources to help them navigate the journey.

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Unexpected Allies

Independent Banker

When companies sign on to the ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator, they are looking to home their products and services to better support community banks. As community bankers visited The Venture Center, they too, presented the cohort with ways in which we might work together. By Colleen Morrison. Brian Anderson, Finzly. We see it as a win-win.

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5 payments trends you should know about

Independent Banker

Here’s how community banks can enhance their payments offerings. CB Insights revealed that Q3 2022 fintech investments in payments continue to dominate financial services, with early-stage deals reaching a record high even as overall funding begins to cool. Photo by Juan Moyano/Stocksy. By Colleen Morrison. Quick Stat. Source: EY.

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Super apps: The rise of an all-in-one platform

Independent Banker

What are they, and how can community banks stay on top of this trend? Community bank considerations. So, what does this intersection of regulation and technology competition mean for community banks? In addition, community banks need to evaluate their partnerships with fintechs and other third parties.

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How to navigate payments trends

Independent Banker

The payments space can be dizzying for even the most enterprising community bank. A barrage of new payments potential has shaped the market since the start of the pandemic. The financial services industry is acting on this digital demand, incorporating fintech solutions, instant payments offerings and crypto banking products.

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Efficiency now: 8 smart strategy tips

Independent Banker

Fallout from recent global events presents an obstacle to generating revenue for community banks. Since COVID-19, profitability planning for community banks has mainly hinged on how the government was coping with the pandemic and the key role financial institutions played in keeping the economy afloat. By Elizabeth Judd.

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