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03/07/2014
CUNA, bank trades back new patent bill
CUNA News Now Headlines 03/07/2014 - Provided as a courtesy and valuable service of the Credit Union National Association
CUNA, bank trades throw support behind new 'patent troll' bill
With the weight of their combined 14,000 financial institution memberships behind them, CUNA, Independent Community Bankers of America and the American Bankers Association sent a joint letter of support for a new bill to fight patent system abuses. More
Survey says majority of business owners unconcerned about card security
As CUNA works for merchant accountability for breaches to their data systems, the results of a new study show a startlingly high 67% of business owners polled are not concerned about credit card security at their businesses. More
Toledo Blade columnist hails Nueva Esperanza
In his March 3 column, the Toledo Blade's Keith Burris praised upstart community development credit union Nueva Esperanza Community CU for making a difference in the local Hispanic community. More
Partnership treats CMN Hospitals with Biz Kid$ DVDs
Credit Unions for Kids and the National Credit Union Foundation are partnering to enhance the financial education opportunities for patients and families at every Children's Miracle Network Hospital nationwide. More
NCUA participates in Capitol Hill Consumer Protection Week event
The National Credit Union Administration Thursday joined in on a Capitol Hill celebration of National Consumer Protection Week by educating congressional staffers on the credit union difference and what that means to their 99 million members. More
Ga. CUs report 6% increase in loans in 2013
Total lending numbers edged savings for Georgia credit unions in 2013, according to a Georgia Credit Union Affiliates report, potentially signaling brighter days ahead for the state's economy. More
CU's cashless branch featured in crime prevention TV report
Columbus, Ohio's WBNS-TV recently featured Wright-Patt CU's cashless branch environment as a potential deterrent to robberies. More
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