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More trouble for Wells; Banks’ ‘unorthodox’ move

11/08/18

The OCC is looking into problems in the bank’s technology operations; banks turn to untraditional methods to raise revenue from research.

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Tattoos, cellphones and volunteerism: The way to millennials' hearts

08/31/18

Savings Bank of Walpole loosened up internal policies that had limited body art and cellphone use, and it created the position of community engagement coordinator, to connect with younger workers.

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Banks won't 'like' this offer from Facebook

08/06/18

Facebook is seeking customer data from big banks. Executives say it's not clear what the benefit would be, but the drawbacks are easy to tally.

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Which central bank has the most Twitter followers? (Hint: It's not the Fed)

03/12/18

Shortly after taking the job, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell highlighted the need to communicate monetary policy better. He could learn a thing or two from central bank with the most Twitter followers.

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How a millennial blogger is shaping dialogue on women in banking

03/02/18

Natalie Bartholomew, a banker in Oklahoma, has launched a blog designed to promote women's issues and tout her peers' accomplishments.

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‘Who needs FDIC deposit insurance anyway’: Comments of the week

02/22/18

Readers weigh in on the idea of using banks to effectively ban assault rifles, slam a pot-banking proposal, opine on social media strategies and more.

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The perks and pitfalls of speaking out on social media

02/20/18

Bob Rivers, CEO of Eastern Bank, was praised and criticized after he called out a Boston sports radio station whose on-air personalities made insensitive remarks. The incident underscores why bankers must be mindful about the positions they take.

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Glitch, tweet, repeat: Modern banking’s rage cycle

01/19/18

Wells Fargo joins the list of banks recently hobbled by tech outages. Is there a better response than "Sorry for the inconvenience"?

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Social media: It’s not just for chasing consumers anymore

08/18/17

Interactive Facebook ads and Twitter chats can complement — and sometimes outdo — traditional marketing and networking in the recruitment of commercial clients, financial institutions say.

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The credit union for people who breathe air: Comments of the week

07/14/17

Readers slam credit unions’ ever-inclusive membership criteria, weigh in on the OCC’s proposed fintech charter, encourage a rewrite of the CRA, and more.

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