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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,” …
May 2026
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May 26, 2026
Week of May 25
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! • • • …
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May 22, 2026
Executive News: OBA rushing bills to legislative finish line
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. …
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May 22, 2026
OBA Convention set for mid-month
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, …
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May 19, 2026
Week of May 18
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! • …
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May 13, 2026
Discounted subscription to CrimeDex available through OBA
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 …
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May 12, 2026
Week of May 11
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 …
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May 12, 2026
NCONTRACTS
Ncontracts is the financial industry’s leading provider of integrated risk management solutions — trusted by more than 5,000 U.S. financial organizations, including banks. Ncontracts combines powerful, cloud-based software with expert-built content and regulatory insight from real-world practitioners to help banks identify, assess, and act on risk across the entire organization — from enterprise risk and third-party relationships to regulatory compliance …
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May 7, 2026
Saris AI
We provide back office automation specifically for banks. We automate the document heavy and manual processes surrounding consumer, commercial and mortgage lending. By sitting on top of existing systems, we take a compliance first approach regarding our technology. To put it simply, we help banks grow the bottom line without growing costs. CONTACT INFORMATION: Contact: Megan Hasegawa 250 Sutter St. …
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May 6, 2026
Regulators issue final rule on revisions to Community Bank Leverage Ratio framework
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, …