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Facebook Adds New Lobbyists In Libra Push

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The social media giant has been facing a lot of scrutiny over Libra, from lawmakers and regulators all around the globe. Mike Crapo of Idaho, who was head of the Senate Banking Committee until 2003. Facebook hired William Hollier, president of Hollier & Associates LLC, to lobby for it in late August. .

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Deep Dive: How Banks Use Digital Technologies To Outlast The Coronavirus

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noted on its social media accounts that it would be shuttering many of its branches and changing its hours of operation, and American bank JPMorgan Chase announced plans to close about 20 percent of its locations. Some are closing physical branches or changing the customer channels they leave open, for example.

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2020 GonzoBanker Awards

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Chris’ public posts including his playbook for dealing with COVID-19 were gobbled up on social media. To Idaho Central Credit Union Chair Dorothy Ricks , who passed away unexpectedly in November. Glassdoor rating and the honor of being named the best large company to work for in Idaho for four straight years!

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Data Dive: And The Winner Is Edition — SMBs Worldwide, DoorDash And Gun Regulation

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And for an award within an award, Kroger has announced plans to stop selling guns to customers under the age of 21 — which wins the most surprising sub-award, since the near-universal reaction to this news on social media was some variation of the following phrase: “Kroger sells guns?

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The 2015 GonzoBanker Awards

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No one has been more successful at using social media to generate awareness and a positive image for their bank than Jill (@JillCastilla, @CitizensEdmond). Jill’s use of Twitter is a model for any bank CEO looking to engage on social media. Jill Castilla, CEO of Citizens Bank of Edmond, Okla. Freudian Slip Award.

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Finovate Spring 2018 – Day 2

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I’m not sure but they might be from Idaho. Insights on social media, financial services and more are shared on their blog , or follow them on Twitter at @beyondthearc. ^SR. . “Invest smarter by timing your fees, not the market.” ” Interesting concept. I could not find venture funding information.

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The 2018 GonzoBanker Awards

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Goes to Idaho Central Credit Union , which has certified more than 150 employees in Spanish-speaking skills while making a bilingual experience available through the organization’s website, branch, telephone, email and chat channels. Goes to a Mondo bank customer who’s just a little too excited to share on social media.

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