Coinbase and BVNK nix acquisition talks
Acquisition talks fell through in the final hours, according to reports. Also: Visa launched another stablecoin pilot on Visa Direct; the Bank of England seeks input on stablecoin restrictions; and more in this week’s global payments roundup.
Atlanta Fed President Bostic to retire in early 2026
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta President Raphael Bostic won’t seek reappointment following the end of his current term on Feb. 28, 2026.
Fed’s Waller says central bank moving fast on ‘skinny’ account
Federal Reserve Gov. Christopher Waller said Wednesday that the central bank will soon issue a request for information on a nascent proposal to offer “skinny” payment accounts to eligible institutions and is aiming to finalize a rule by the fourth quarter of 2026.
Bessent credits Trump policies for bond market
The Treasury Secretary highlighted the impacts the bond market has on affordability and previewed regulatory tweaks the administration is eyeing to keep yields stable and credit flowing.
Best Banks to Work For 2025: Less than $3B of assets
Small banks made up the majority of honorees on American Banker’s 2025 Best Banks to Work For ranking.
Citi tops J.D. Power mortgage satisfaction rankings
While Rocket increased 15 points, it slipped to 11th overall as other mortgage lenders had higher customer service score growth, J.D, Power said.
Tokenization is updating the concept of ‘ownership’ for digital assets
Today, if you own Apple stock, you can’t send a few shares to your nephew on his birthday, you can’t swap them for Google stock and you can’t use them as collateral for a loan. Tokenization will change that.
Rooted in love, Wood & Huston is No. 1 Best Bank to Work For
The Missouri-based community bank secured the top spot on American Banker’s 2025 Best Banks to Work For list. Its mission and business strategy is all about love, executives say.
The top 20: These are the 2025 Best Banks to Work For
American Banker’s 2025 Best Banks to Work For ranking includes perennial winners and several newcomers. Here’s how the leaders of the top 20 banks keep their employees happy.
The Best Banks to Work For 2025: Nos. 21-90
Ninety banks made American Banker’s annual Best Banks to Work For ranking, which is now in its 13th year. Find out why the banks ranked 21st to 90th stand out.