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As we begin 2022, we see signs that small businesses will remain cautious and constrained throughout much, if not all, of this year due to the unrelenting pressures that have carried over from 2021: local health restrictions, consumer uncertainty, ongoing supply chain issues, and significant challenges in filling open positions. 

MADISON, Wis.—The Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions said it will share the stories of how four people from different parts of the world are prospering thanks to its work during its February 27 Cooperative Voices Event at the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington.

ST. JOSEPH, Mich. – United FCU said it is eliminating its overdraft protection and non-sufficient funds fees, while also reducing courtesy pay fees for all members.

MARLBOROUGH, Mass.—The Cooperative Credit Union Association said it has opened registration for its CU Accelerate conference, which is returning to Newport, R.I. May 6 – 8.

WASHINGTON—Nearly 30,000 Bitcoin ATMs now dot the American landscape in gas stations, liquor stores and hair salons, up from 1,800 four years ago, according to a new tally.

TYSONS, Va.–PenFed Credit Union said it has launched a free checking account that has no minimum balance requirements, as well as access to a fee-free ATM network and opportunity to get paid early.

DALLAS—MoneyGram is reporting it has completed a minority investment in Coinme, a major cryptocurrency exchange in the U.S.

SAN ANTONIO—Credit unions need to brace for a lighter lending year, while at the same time ensuring their collections operations are running well because delinquencies will begin to tick up, says one expert, who adds 2022 will be a “risk management year if there ever was one.”

WASHINGTON—The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has filed a proposed final judgement and order with a federal district court that, if entered by the court, would resolve a March 2021 lawsuit brought by the CFPB against BrightSpeed Solutions and its founder Kevin Howard, the agency announced.