by Austin Ressler | Apr 24, 2026 | All, Banking Industry Updates
Artificial intelligence has officially moved from “interesting” to “inevitable” in banking. In a recent American Banker piece, multiple large-bank CEOs struck a notably consistent tone: AI isn’t something to fear—it’s something to adopt, govern, and use to get better....
by Austin Ressler | Oct 7, 2025 | All, Banking Industry Updates
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) just delivered a gift to community banks across America—and it’s one that’s been a long time coming. In a sweeping announcement, the OCC revealed plans to dramatically scale back non-statutory oversight...
by Austin Ressler | May 14, 2025 | All, Banking Industry Updates
In a significant development for the banking industry, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has recently reversed its 2024 bank merger guidelines, reinstating a more streamlined application process for community banks. This change marks a pivotal moment...