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William Mark, lead examiner at the @ChicagoFed, shares insights on effective risk management practices for community banks. Learn why it's important for your institution's safety and soundness. bit.ly/3JFqfLv
This article explains how community banks can continue to serve as a source of financial strength and resilience for their communities during periods of economic stress. bit.ly/4fKCnqO
This article explains the importance of internal loan risk rating systems in helping banks manage credit risk and make informed lending decisions. It also outlines regulatory expectations and highlights common weaknesses found during examinations. bit.ly/3YUf7iO
Are you aware of the growing financial risks related to confidence scams? Learn how to increase awareness at your bank and find resources to help staff and customers deal with the consequences of these fraudulent activities. Read the article. bit.ly/4kxCSFW
Learn about the importance of internal loan risk rating systems in helping banks manage credit risk and make informed lending decisions. This article also outlines regulatory expectations and highlights common weaknesses found during examinations. bit.ly/3YUf7iO
Confidence scams are on the rise, exploiting trust and new technologies. Is your bank prepared to protect customers? This new Community Banking Connections article explores the types of confidence scams and provides resources for bank staff and customers. bit.ly/4kxCSFW
See DC Updates for a list of press releases on Federal Reserve Board actions as well as speeches and congressional testimonies of Board members from January 28, 2025, to April 17, 2025, that may be of interest to community bankers. bit.ly/44HT0zU
See DC Updates, which lists press releases on Federal Reserve Board actions as well as speeches and congressional testimonies of Board members that may be relevant to community bankers. bit.ly/3E1uheT
Supervisors are focusing on assessing the adequacy of a bank’s allowance for credit losses and the impact on its financial condition. View lessons learned from exams that may help refine banks’ allowance processes. bit.ly/43qVYIr
Check fraud is a significant concern of bankers; bankers have noted an increase in incidents of check fraud. This article highlights resources and sound practices to help financial institutions respond to check fraud. bit.ly/3FMJKju
Several Federal Reserve experts share their perspectives on security practices for cloud environments. Learn more about effective risk management practices that may aid banks in defending against cyberattacks on their cloud environments. bit.ly/4fs1wp0
In Case You Missed It: You can read about the 2024 Midwest Cyber Workshop and learn about cyber risks and vulnerabilities and cybersecurity practices for maintaining a safe and sound operating environment. bit.ly/3UQtToG
Partnering with fintechs can enable community banks to leverage newer technology and better compete with larger banks in offering innovative products and services. Learn more about the Fed’s supervisory approach to these partnerships and associated risks. bit.ly/3YNddjg
The use of cloud technology has become more commonplace in the financial services industry, and cloud environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks. Read perspectives from Federal Reserve experts on security practices for cloud environments. bit.ly/4fs1wp0
The 2024 Midwest Cyber Workshop aimed to further the conversation on cyber risks among community bankers, regulators, and industry professionals who are on the front line of cybersecurity. This article shares insights from this Federal Reserve event. bit.ly/3UQtToG
In recent years, community banks have turned to fintechs to meet changing customer demands and expectations. Learn more about the Federal Reserve’s supervisory approach to complex bank–fintech partnerships and the risk factors associated with them. bit.ly/3YNddjg
Learn about the ways examiners convey messages to banks and some common themes and trends driving supervisory findings. This article also discusses practices that banks may wish to consider when responding to findings from Federal Reserve supervisory staff bit.ly/3BAssns
What do bankers need to know about addressing examination results, including the supervisory findings? Learn about some common themes and trends driving supervisory findings and best practices for banks to consider in taking corrective action. bit.ly/3BAssns
Public outreach is a key tool used by the Federal Reserve System to enhance the understanding of its core mission. This article details the national outreach programs that increase transparency about supervisory practices for institutions. bit.ly/3Nd8OQZ
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