Finopotamus on LinkedIn - Vol. 3, Issue 26

Monday, July 7, 2025

 KeySavvy Platform Modernizes Private-Party Auto Lending for Credit Unions

By John San Filippo - Read Now

KeySavvy's platform modernizes private-party auto lending for credit unions by acting as a licensed dealer to streamline transactions, verify identities, handle payments, and manage title transfers, ultimately making the process safer and more efficient for all parties involved.

 Financial Education Is More Than a Service — It’s a Strategic Member Growth Tool

Guest Editorial by Jennifer Vickery , Founder & CEO of National Strategies Public Relations - Read Now

Financial education is a powerful and authentic strategic tool for credit unions to drive member growth, acquisition, and long-term loyalty by demonstrating a genuine commitment to member well-being and empowering them with financial knowledge.

 How Cashflow Data Uncovers Hidden BNPL Debt Impact on Credit Union Members

Guest Editorial by Brian Reshefsky , CEO of EDGE - Read Now

Cashflow data is crucial for credit unions to accurately assess member creditworthiness by revealing "Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) obligations that are typically invisible to traditional credit reports, which can significantly impact debt-to-income ratios and lead to underestimated debt burdens.

 America Is Safer, Stronger and More Prosperous When It Funds International Development Work Through Credit Unions

Guest Editorial by Paul Andrews, Vice President, International Advocacy and Engagement, WOCCU - Read Now

Funding international development through credit unions, as championed by the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU), directly benefits the United States by fostering global financial stability, creating new markets for U.S. goods, mitigating root causes of conflict and migration, and enhancing national security by curbing illicit financial flows.

The Latest TechSolutions4CUs Podcast

On the latest episode of the TechSolutions4CUs podcast, Alex McLeod, MBA , CEO of Parlay Finance , explains how credit unions can significantly improve the small business lending experience. She highlights Parlay's AI-powered loan intelligence system, which automates the inquiry process, enabling faster approvals and more efficient service for credit union members seeking business loans. - Listen Now

The Latest Finopotamus Unscripted Episode

In this episode, Anne Legg , Gordon Flammer , and Naveen Jain  discuss the current state of credit union data, emphasizing the need for strategic, data-driven approaches, effective data management, and cultural shifts to leverage data and AI for improved member experience and operational efficiency, while also touching on the implications of stablecoins and open banking. - Watch Now

 Press Room VIP News

Alloya Announces Change in Payments Leadership | Read Now | Alloya Corporate FCU

Addition Financial Credit Union Earns 2025 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award | Read Now | Addition Financial Credit Union

Coastal Credit Union Transforms Headquarters for Hybrid Work and Collaboration | Read Now | Coastal Credit Union

 Industry News

United Solutions Company and Fiserv Host XP2 User Group Meeting in Tallahassee, Florida | Read Now | United Solutions Company

InComm Payments and NCR Atleos to Deliver Self-Service Cash Solutions at ATMs Across the United States | Read Now | NCR Atleos

Shield Appoints Michal Milgalter as VP of Marketing, Further Strengthening Its Executive Team to Drive Significant Business Growth | Read Now | Shield

Lynq Sets July 15th Launch Date for Real-Time Interest-Bearing Settlement Network | Read Now | Lynq Network

DirectPay and iXchange Expand Cash Access in Greece Through NCR Atleos | Read Now | NCR Atleos

Four Points Federal Credit Union Successfully Launches Mahalo’s Digital Banking Platform Alongside Corelation Keystone Conversion | Read Now | Mahalo Banking

SOCRadar Launches MCP Server | Read Now | SOCRadar® Extended Threat Intelligence

Utah Community Credit Union and TransWest Credit Union Complete Core-Systems Merger in Record Five Months, Supported by Best Innovation Group | Read Now | Best Innovation Group

CD Valet Shares Analysis on June CD Rates | Read Now | CD Valet

AdelFi Credit Union Advances Digital Strategy with Alkami Digital Banking Platform | Read Now | Alkami Technology

Looser Capital Rules Will See ‘Big Four’ Crush Community Banks, Warns Fintech CEO | Read Now | TurmaFinTech

Guavapay Joins the Lord Mayor’s Delegation to the Gulf Region Promoting City of London | Read Now | Guavapay

Mattel Federal Credit Union and My First Nest Egg Partner to Empower the Next Generation with Financial Education Tools | Read Now | My First Nest Egg

ZBD Appoints Hajar Noreddine As VP Of Business Development | Read Now | ZBD

Rossby Financial Creates Unified Advisor Experience Via Milemarker | Read Now | Rossby

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