ABA Fraudcast: The power of AI and trusting that voice on the phone

Bankers face challenges and opportunities in multiple key areas.

ABA released its 2026 Blueprint for Growth, outlining its top policy priorities for the year ahead. Developed by ABA’s Government Relations Council, the Blueprint will shape the association’s ongoing engagement with Congress and the administration on the most...

ABA joined four other associations to request that the FDIC push back the deadline for comment on its proposal to create a process through which banks can seek agency approval to issue stablecoins through a subsidiary.

Bank advocates expect 2026 to be a hectic year for state legislation, with possible bills on interchange fees, fraud, AI and more. 

Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould said he sees no benefit in the FDIC continuing to require filings from large banks that detail their suggested orderly resolution in case of a bank failure, known as CIDI plans. He...

BNPL is now the fourth most accepted form of payment at small businesses, behind debit or credit cards, digital wallets, and cash. At the same time, merchants express growing interest in cryptocurrency.