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ISMG and Swiss Cyber Institute Partner to Drive Global Cybersecurity Collaboration
The Partnership Focuses on Developing and Connecting Cybersecurity Leaders Globally to Promote a Secure Digital World - July 14, 2023 - Information Security Media Group
ISMG and WiCyS Join Forces to Enhance Cybersecurity Knowledge Sharing and Community Engagement
The Partnership Aims to Foster Diversity and Inclusion Within the Industry - July 14, 2023 - Information Security Media Group
VCASH Launches Central Bank of Nigeria eNaira API for International Money Transfer Operators
VCASH, a leading fintech company in Nigeria, has announced the launch of its eNaira API for International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs). The API enables IMTOs to transfer money directly into the eNaira wallets of recipients in Nigeria without intermediaries or delays. The funds can also be sent to any of the 200+ financial institutions in Nigeria, including banks and mobile wallets, in real-time, on the mobile app, web, or via their API. - July 04, 2023 - VTNetwork Limited
GBA Elects and Installs Officers and Directors to Its Board
Georgia Bankers Association (GBA) members have elected and installed officers for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and added eight members to its board of directors. At the 131st GBA Annual Meeting on June 20, Kimberli (Kim) D. Wilson, president and CEO OneSouth Bank, Macon, was installed as the 134th... - July 02, 2023 - Georgia Bankers Association
Spencer Savings Bank Promotes Angelica Kline to Vice President, Customer Service Manager
Spencer Savings Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Angelica Kline to Vice President, Customer Service Manager. Kline is responsible for leading the customer service center team in delivering outstanding customer service and support to all bank customers, as well as the daily operations... - June 30, 2023 - Spencer Savings Bank
Reserve Still Not Met for World's Oldest Bitcoin Domain Assets from 2010
Launched at the Bitcoin2023 conference in Miami last week, as an exclusive sales offering event for seven days, the curated list of the "Top 21 Bitcoin Domain Names," which showcases twenty-one premium dotCOM bitcoin domain assets, has attracted a lot of attention, but the official reserve price has still not been met. - May 22, 2023 - BitcoinDomainSales.com
Zeta & Featurespace to Build Nextgen Issuer Processing in the US Banking & Finance Sector
Zeta, a leading card issuer processor, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Featurespace, a global leader in fraud prevention and risk management. This collaboration aims to deliver advancements in issuer processing within the US banking and finance industry. - May 20, 2023 - Zeta
Spencer Savings Bank Welcomes New Union County Market Manager
Ana Rodrigues is joining Spencer Savings Bank as its new Market Manager in Union County, New Jersey. She will lead the overall success of the bank's Union County teams and be responsible for overall team management and business development. She has over 10 years of experience in the banking and real estate investment industries and is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese. - May 17, 2023 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Welcomes New Financial Center Manager
Hernandez is an experienced banker with almost 25 years of financial services industry experience. He will focus on building new relationships with customers and businesses in the Clifton community. - May 12, 2023 - Spencer Savings Bank
New Financial Wellness Center Opens in San Diego Promise Zone
Residents and businesses can get no-cost financial coaching. - May 11, 2023 - California Coast Credit Union
New Financial Wellness Center Opens in San Diego's Promise Zone
Local residents can access no-cost personal financial coaching. - May 10, 2023 - California Coast Credit Union
TAPCO Credit Union Earns Community Development Certification to Better Serve Pierce County and South Sound
Federal Government recognizes key role of community development financial institutions. Hard-working people in Pierce County have not received the economic opportunities they deserve. TAPCO Credit Union is working to make a difference in the lives of our members, consumers and community. The U.S. - May 10, 2023 - TAPCO Credit Union
Mars Bank Promotes Schneider to Vice President
Mars Bank named Dan Schneider Vice President, IT Network Infrastructure. He is responsible for ensuring effective and secure operation of all computer systems. Schneider joined Mars Bank in 2015 as a network administrator and has over 20 years’ experience in the information technology industry. - April 12, 2023 - Mars Bank
Mars Bank Announces Expanded Team in Mercer County
Mars Bank announced it is expanding its team serving Mercer County, Pa. Mitch McFeely, is moving to a full-time commercial banking role focusing on developing business relationships in Mercer and northwestern Pennsylvania counties. McFeely was manager of the bank’s Grove City branch since it... - April 05, 2023 - Mars Bank
Cal Coast Cares Foundation to Award Over $185,000 in Student Scholarships
Application Deadline is April 30, 2023 - March 30, 2023 - California Coast Credit Union
Mars Bank Adds Chief Mortgage Lending Officer
Todd Fletcher joined Mars Bank as Senior Vice President and Chief Mortgage Lending Officer. Mr. Fletcher brings nearly 30 years’ experience in mortgage origination and sales management. He will manage the bank’s mortgage lending team. - March 23, 2023 - Mars Bank
Skyward Credit Union Announces New Vice President of Operations
Amanda Tate has been promoted to Vice President of Operations for Skyward Credit Union. Amanda joined the staff at Skyward Credit Union in 2010 as a teller and has grown with the credit union to the positions of Member Service Leader and Supervisor. She is also the BSA officer. - March 09, 2023 - Skyward Credit Union
ISMG Launches CyberEd.io: A Comprehensive Education and Training Platform
The New Platform Offers Integrated Upskilling/Reskilling Programs for Cybersecurity Professionals at All Levels - February 25, 2023 - Information Security Media Group
Mars Bank and Butler Radio Team Up to Support Veterans in Need
Mars Bank and the Butler Radio Network (WBUT, WISR, The Rock Station 97.7) teamed up to support Butler County Veterans in Need. Through a combination of fundraising events, online donations, and donations from the bank, its customers and staff, $4,000 was donated to Veterans in Need. Veterans in... - February 16, 2023 - Mars Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Announces Promotion of Mercedes Pedrick to Senior Vice President and Director of Home Finance
Spencer Savings Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Mercedes Pedrick to Senior Vice President and Director of Home Finance. Mercedes has assumed leadership of the newly formed Home Finance group, which provides financing on all 1-4 family properties. "We are pleased to announce the... - February 16, 2023 - Spencer Savings Bank
Mars Bank Donates to Karns City Foundation
Mars Bank donated $5,000 to the Karns City Scholastic Foundation (KC Foundation) through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program. The KC Foundation is a non-profit education related organization. Its vision is to... - February 11, 2023 - Mars Bank
Mars Bank Adds Chief Risk Officer
Travis Squyres joined Mars Bank as Senior Vice President and Chief Risk Officer. Mr. Squyres brings over twenty-five years of diverse auditing experience. He is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). Mr. Squyres earned a BSBA degree in Accounting at Slippery Rock University. He will oversee compliance and risk management activities for the bank. - January 26, 2023 - Mars Bank
University Lending Group Announces Pamela Bousquet as Executive Vice-President and National Production Manager
University Lending Group (ULG), a division of University Bank, NMLS #715685, based in Michigan, is doing business as a retail mortgage lender throughout the U.S. University Lending Group continues to offer superior service on its mortgage retail services by focusing on providing specialized... - January 19, 2023 - University Lending Group
Spencer Savings Bank Welcomes New Board Director
Spencer Savings Bank recently announced the appointment of Michael Fasano to its board of directors. Fasano joins Spencer Savings Bank, one of New Jersey’s strongest community banks, to support the bank in providing consumers, business owners and community organizations the best that... - January 07, 2023 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Receives New Jersey Bankers Association 2022 Community Service Award
Spencer Savings Bank is proud to announce that the team has been honored with the New Jersey Bankers Association 2022 Community Service Award. The award recognizes companies that exhibit outstanding efforts in improving the lives of New Jersey citizens and the communities in which they... - December 23, 2022 - Spencer Savings Bank
Huckleberry Announces Partnership with Tillful to Benefit U.S. Microbusinesses, Entrepreneurs
Official announcement of Huckleberry's partnership with Tillful. - December 20, 2022 - Huckleberry
ALSEGO is Now Launching a Solution to Help Protect Your Organization Against Cybercrime
ALSEGO is launching a new cloud solution to protect organizations against fraudulent emails, phishing emails, malware, and ransomware. These cybersecurity issues have been on the rise and continue to evolve, demanding an innovative approach to email security. - November 25, 2022 - ALSEGO
Sasa Software Wins "Top Infosec Innovator 2022"
Sasa Software, creators of GateScanner CDR file sanitization solutions has been named winner of Cyber Defense Magazine's "Top Infosec Innovator" for 2022. The Israeli vendor has been recognized for its groundbreaking security solutions that don't rely on detection to effectively block block ransomware, APT's and zero-days from outside the network. - November 17, 2022 - Sasa Software
Pack the Pantry Virtual Food Drive Aims to Support Local Community Colleges
Food Drive to Fill Local Community College Food Pantries. - November 08, 2022 - California Coast Credit Union
Doug Hodge, ARA, MAI Joins AgValue Consulting
AgValue Consulting recently announced Doug Hodge has joined the firm, expanding the firm's offerings. - November 02, 2022 - AgValue Consulting
California Coast Credit Union Receives 2022 Latina Friendly Workplace Award
California Coast Credit Union Named 2022 Latina Friendly Workplace. - October 25, 2022 - California Coast Credit Union
ISMG Launches CIO.inc - a New Global CIO Platform
CIO.inc Focuses on Thought Leadership, Convergence and the Evolving CIO Role. - October 20, 2022 - Information Security Media Group
Spencer Savings Bank Joins ABA and Banks Across U.S. for #BanksNeverAskThat Anti-Phishing Campaign
Spencer Savings Bank has joined the American Bankers Association and banks across the nation to promote an industry-wide campaign educating consumers about the persistent threat of phishing scams. The FTC estimates that consumers lost $5.8 billion to phishing and other fraud in 2021, an increase of... - October 20, 2022 - Spencer Savings Bank
The Application Delivering Financial Security to the UAE
Dubai-based startup Paisa is a new platform for employees to receive access to their salaries as they work allowing workers to enjoy the benefits of monthly salary payments without having to wait for those paychecks to come in. - October 07, 2022 - Paisa
Strategic Partnership with Colendi & Fibabanka - Colendi Secured Financing Line of 150M USD from Fibabanka
Colendi, the largest FinTech service provider in Turkey, has made a deal with Fibabanka who agreed to opening a $150 million strategic credit line to Colendi users. With this agreement, Colendi will keep providing opportunities to more than 10 million people. - October 06, 2022 - Colendi
Shipra Malhotra Joins ISMG’s Global Editorial Team as Managing Editor
Malhotra Brings 20 Years of Experience in Cybersecurity and IT Reportage - October 02, 2022 - Information Security Media Group
Spencer Savings Bank is Hosting a Pet Adoption Day
Spencer Savings Bank will be hosting a Pet Adoption Day on Sunday, October 9th. Four rescue groups will be bringing their pets to their Elmwood Park Financial Center parking lot (680 River Drive) to find their new paw-rents and fur-ever home. The event will take place from 11am to 3pm. There will... - September 16, 2022 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Partners with Habitat for Humanity to Help Fulfill Homeownership Dreams
Spencer Savings Bank recently partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County to help fulfill local homeownership dreams. The nonprofit helps families build and improve places to call home and provides a “hand up” to community members in need. Spencer employees volunteered their... - September 15, 2022 - Spencer Savings Bank
Spencer Savings Bank Wraps Up “Movies Under The Stars” Series; Hosts Free Outdoor Movie Nights
Spencer Savings Bank recently wrapped up its annual “Movies Under The Stars” series, hosting two free outdoor movie nights for the community in Lodi and Elmwood Park. In June and July, the bank partnered with the Borough of Lodi and the Elmwood Park Recreation Department to host the... - September 11, 2022 - Spencer Savings Bank
Cal Coast Cares Foundation Educator Grants Application Deadline Extended
So Cal educators get more time to apply for grants to help with classroom projects. - September 03, 2022 - California Coast Credit Union
Laurel Bank Machines Exhibits at 2022 Jack Henry Connect, August 30 - September 1 at San Diego Convention Center
Jack Henry connects people with financial institutions and solutions to serve their communities, along with an annual educational conference and technology showcase as an extension of its commitment to strengthening connections and forging relationships. The conference is a wonderful opportunity for banks, credit union leaders, and representatives to connect with technology partners, Jack Henry leadership and each other to discuss, grow, and learn together. - August 16, 2022 - Laurel Bank Machines
Mars Bank’s Drenchko Appointed to Regional Office
Mark Drenchko, Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer at Mars Bank, has been elected group chair of the Pennsylvania Bankers Association (PA Bankers’) Group One. The groups within the state are defined by geography and play a significant role in the nominating process, banker... - August 12, 2022 - Mars Bank
CyberTheory Releases Their First-Ever Data-Driven Research Study on CISO Engagement in Partnership with Cyentia Institute
CyberTheory, Information Security Media Group (ISMG)’s marketing advisory division, is thrilled to present their audience with their first report in partnership with Cyentia Institute, demonstrating what is needed to drive and engage CISOs and cybersecurity decision-makers in 2022 from a... - August 03, 2022 - Information Security Media Group
Spencer Savings Bank Awards $30,000 in Scholarships to Local Students
Spencer Savings Bank is pleased to announce that it has awarded $30,000 in scholarships to high school and middle school graduating students in Bergen, Passaic, Union, Mercer, Morris, and Essex counties. The bank has awarded almost $600,000 in scholarships to local students since 2002. “We... - July 29, 2022 - Spencer Savings Bank
ISMG Unveils the New EdTech Initiative: CyberEd.io
The new CyberEd.io platform will focus on hands-on upskilling/reskilling for cybersec pros at all levels. - July 29, 2022 - Information Security Media Group
Leadership GBA Board of Directors Elects and Installs Officers and Directors
Members of the Georgia Bankers Association (GBA) have elected and installed officers and five new members to the Leadership GBA Board of Directors for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Candice Nanney, vice president and controller with Peach State Bank & Trust in Gainesville, was installed as chair. - July 23, 2022 - Georgia Bankers Association
Loan Tips for Home Loan Borrowers Series-1 by the Monei Matters, India
Monei Matters is an Indian reputed and well established housing loan syndication company and has expertise in all types of mortgage Loans. Money Matters is providing home loan solutions to its customers since 1996. The Loan Education Series by the Monei Matters, India is in the interest of Home... - July 14, 2022 - Monei Matters
Jennifer Klein Promoted to Assistant Vice President, Commercial Banking
Mars Bank’s Jennifer Klein was promoted to Assistant Vice President, Commercial Banking. Ms. Klein will be responsible for managing existing bank relationships as well as growing C & I and commercial real estate business for Mars Bank. “We’re excited that Jen is taking her... - July 10, 2022 - Mars Bank
Cal Coast Cares Foundation Awards $150,000 in Student Scholarships
The Cal Coast Cares Foundation has announced that $150,000 in scholarships has been awarded to support college-bound high school seniors, current or former foster students and current college students in San Diego or Riverside Counties. The non-profit foundation awarded $2,000 scholarships to... - June 29, 2022 - California Coast Credit Union
GBA Elects and Installs Officers and Directors to Its Board
Members of the Georgia Bankers Association (GBA) have elected and installed officers for the 2022-2023 fiscal year and added seven members to its board of directors. At the 130th GBA Annual Meeting, June 15, C. Rhodes McLanahan, CEO, First American Bank & Trust Company, Athens, was installed... - June 23, 2022 - Georgia Bankers Association