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The OBA was proud to host Shred Fest in partnership with AARP Oklahoma and the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office, with special thanks to Absolute Data Shredding for providing secure on-site shredding services. AARP Oklahoma will also host additional shredding events on April 18 in Shawnee and Enid, April 22 in Edmond and May 2 in Tulsa. Thank you to everyone …

One of the fraud “experts” the OBA follows is Frank McKenna’s https://frankonfraud.com. On May 16, he warned of high-value incentives for American consumers to become “merchants” with a marketing video from IBO-Core. The site has a list of shell company names for sale in America.  Most of the names follow a pattern. They include the words “MARKETING,” “AD SERVICE,” “DIGITAL,” …

In This Issue… From Adrian’s desk … FDIC proposes rule for BSA standards for stablecoin issuers OBA calendar photo contest deadline this week OBA education corner … From Adrian’s desk … By Adrian Beverage OBA President & CEO Just some random tidbits that might be of interest to our bankers this week! •        •         • …

The calendar has finally hit May and that means we are in the home stretch of the legislative session. This is nor mally when we know we have three to four weeks left to get everything done before the legislature goes home. As I say every year, no two legislative sessions are ever the same, and this year didn’t disappoint. …

The Mother Road is calling your name, but we at the OBA would love to see you take a quick detour off of Route 66 during its centennial celebration this year to visit us for “Route 2026” – our annual OBA Convention! Join us in Oklahoma City this May 18-20 for the can’t-miss event of the year—packed with valuable sessions, …

In This Issue… From Adrian’s desk … OBA Convention taking place today, Wednesday Regulators unveil proposed changes for CAMELS rating system Be alert of fake shell companies opening accounts OBA education corner … From Adrian’s desk … By Adrian Beverage OBA President & CEO Just some random tidbits that might be of interest to our bankers this week! •   …

CrimeDex is an online network and alert system leveraged by thousands of fraud, loss prevention, and law enforcement professionals collaborating to prevent loss from complex financial crimes, organized retail crime, etc. CrimeDex allows professionals to share, search and leverage relevant information on criminal acts and subjects between businesses and law enforcement. Oklahoma formerly relied on the COCHA/EPCOR Alert Service or …

In This Issue… From Adrian’s desk … FinCEN issues alert on Iranian money laundering ABA president/CEO callas on bankers to contact senators about stablecoin vote Emerging Leaders hosting reception at OKANA during convention Discounted subscription to CrimeDex available through OBA Participation opportunity open for salary survey Welcome new strategic members! OBA education corner … From Adrian’s desk … By Adrian …

Federal regulators issued a joint final rule last week that will “lower the community bank leverage ratio from nine percent to eight percent, which will provide more flexibility for community banks to opt into the framework.” The final rule, which goes into effect on July 1, takes into account the unique business models and risk profiles of community banks. Specifically, …

In This Issue… From Adrian’s desk … OBA, other associations urge OCC to close yield loopholes in stablecoin rule Convention time is near! Register today OBA calendar photo contest set 2026 Directory of Banks now available for purchase OBA education corner … From Adrian’s desk … By Adrian Beverage OBA President & CEO Just some random tidbits that might be …