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Digital Assets
Digital assets are becoming a more frequent topic across financial services, bringing new terminology and questions into everyday conversations.
As stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and blockchain gain attention, community financial institutions are working to understand what these developments mean in practice, including how they differ, where risks may exist, and how they relate to the traditional banking model.
As stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and blockchain gain attention, community financial institutions are working to understand what these developments mean in practice, including how they differ, where risks may exist, and how they relate to the traditional banking model.
Podcasts
PCBB President Mike Dohren shares 2026 predictions for community banks — covering profitability, customer engagement, AI, cyber risk, stablecoin, and faster payments — along with practical guidance on data strategy, culture, and targeted digital transformation.
Podcast about the different types of digital assets, current regulation as well as thoughts on what could be next. We also explore blockchain technology with a look at current and potential uses related to banking.
Tokenized deposits keep lending and credit creation inside banks while delivering 24/7, blockchain‑based payments; learn how they differ from stablecoins and what evolving 2026 regulation means for community banks.
"Tokenized deposits" and "stablecoins" often get used interchangeably, but they're not the same thing. Here's the practical comparison CFIs need.
As the financial industry gears up to offer stablecoins, we discuss regulatory standards, risk management practices, and practical steps for CFIs to start exploring stablecoins.
Stablecoin is a hot topic this year, especially since the GENIUS Act passed. We discuss stablecoin’s impact on deposits and payments, as well as CFIs’ role in shaping new guidance.
Recent regulatory changes have cleared the way for financial institutions to delve into crypto. We outline the latest developments and safe strategies for CFIs to start exploring crypto offerings.
Central banks are working to make CBDCs and stablecoins a reality. From access to transparency and security measures to technology issues, we review the benefits and the challenges that CBDCs pose.