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As technological advancements have been introduced into the mainstream of commerce, more and more consumers are asking for development of a faster payments system, one that responds in “real time.” It’s the new norm of consumer expectations and bankers across the country are engaging with each other to determine the best course of action. Today there is only one provider …

One of the soldiers responsible for the capture of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein, as well as a noted entrepreneur, businessman and CEO are slated as bookend keynote speakers at this year’s OBA Convention and Trade Show. The 2019 OBA Convention and Trade Show will feature former U.S. Army Delta Force member Eric Maddox as the opening keynote speaker, and Clifton …

In This Issue… • Banks should make nominations for 2019 NextGen Under 30 program • You can help develop future leaders in banking industry (by taking this short survey)! • OBA unveils Community Banks Page on website • OBA education corner …

Curious about how Oklahoma’s community banks impact the state and the communities within? Take a gander at the below Adobe Spark-rendered page to learn more! April is Community Bankers Month, and in honor of our state’s great community banks, the OBA Community Department has put together a Community Banks Page on our website highlighting the efforts and impacts of OBA …

In This Issue… • Sandy’s salutations • Nominees for OBA board seats announced • FDIC announced new members for Advisory Committee on Community Banking • OBA unveils Community Banks Page on website • OBA education corner …

In This Issue… • Marijuana banking bill marked up today • OBA 2020 Views & Vistas Photo Contest accepting submissions • OBA Bankers’ Night Out programs begin this week • 2019 OBA Professional Member college scholarship available • OBA education corner …

NOW is the time to get involved in your Association, and one good way to accomplish this is to join one of our committees! We are now taking names for those interested in our committees for the 2019-2020 year. By participating with the group 3-4 times a year, you learn more about your profession, meet other bankers, share ideas and …

In This Issue… • Registration open for 2019 Community Bankers Leadership and Senior Management Conference • OBA 2020 Views & Vistas Photo Contest accepting submissions • OBA education corner …

As I’ve watched the debut of the 116th Congress unfold, I’m having strange thoughts about what I’m actually watching. And why. For example, every day I see lots of video clips and featured stories about Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) – more than 445 articles on FoxNews.com alone since Jan. 3. More recently, I’ve been reading and listening to stories about …

Commercial banks and savings institutions insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation reported aggregate net income of $59.1 billion in the fourth quarter of 2018, up $33.8 billion (133.4 percent) from a year ago. The improvement in net income was led by higher net operating revenue and lower income tax expenses. Financial results for the fourth quarter of 2018 are …