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In July 2025, Cash App expanded its use of EMV 3-D Secure (3DS) — and the results speak for themselves: ✅ 27% reduction in fraudulent transactions in just one month As part of our Cybersecurity Awareness Month blog series, we share insights from Velera VP of Authentication Risk Management Sergio Valencia, who explains how Cash App leverages the 3DS "Data-Only" mode to strengthen fraud controls while delivering a seamless member experience. ➡️ Read the full story: https://bit.ly/43naZde #CybersecurityMonth #WeAreVelera #FraudPrevention

🆕 Our October 2025 Velera Payments Index is here, and it’s packed with insights for your credit union's team. We tapped into the expertise of Advisors Plus VP of Marketing Consulting Jason Medick to break down what’s shaping the payments space right now. Plus, we’re sharing the latest on: ✅ Credit card balances ✅ Delinquencies ✅ Mobile wallet activity ➡️ Download the report: https://bit.ly/4ohSoHE #CreditUnions #WeAreVelera #Payments

Happy International Credit Union Day® 2025! 🎉 Velera is thrilled to team up with World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU), Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions and our global credit union community in celebrating the 77th anniversary of this incredible movement. This year’s theme, “Cooperation for a Prosperous World,” reminds us of the power of collaboration in building financial inclusion and opportunity for all. With 1.4 billion people still unbanked, credit unions around the world are stepping up where big banks won’t. Because financial well-being isn’t a trend for us — it’s the mission. 💙 Here’s to building a more inclusive, prosperous world — one member at a time. #ICUDay2025 #WeAreVelera #PeopleHelpingPeople

We're excited to announce the release of Velera's eighth annual Eye on Payments study! 🎉 📊 The 2025 report reveals how consumer payment preferences and behaviors are evolving in response to economic conditions, shifts in consumer spending patterns and the rapid rise of digital innovation. 💬 "This year’s findings emphasize both the opportunity and responsibility for credit unions to deliver secure, convenient and innovative experiences across the full spectrum of payments solutions that consumers are embracing. Credit unions that seamlessly integrate trust, speed and innovation are best positioned to capture more everyday member interactions, deepen engagement and build long-term loyalty," said Velera Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Tom Pierce. ➡️ Read the press release: https://bit.ly/3Lcmhe7 ➡️ Download the study: https://bit.ly/4hhIdki #CreditUnions #EyeOnPayments #WeAreVelera

ICYMI: In this episode of VeleraTV, Consumers Credit Union CEO Sean Rathjen explores: 🔹 Successful strategies for driving CU growth 🔹 Ways to enhance member engagement and experiences 🔹 The importance of fostering a strong company culture 📹 Watch the full episode: https://bit.ly/4oeHSkE #VeleraTV #CompanyCulture #CEOInsights

Velera stands together with our employees, industry partners, families and friends of Indigenous heritage in recognition and celebration of their voices, cultures, contributions and achievements within the credit union movement and beyond. All Velera offices will be closed today in observance of the holiday. #IndigenousPeoplesDay #CreditUnions #WeAreVelera

📣 Only 5️⃣ days to go! Join Velera, World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU), Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions and our global credit union community on October 16 for International Credit Union Day®, celebrating 77 years of impact under the theme: Cooperation for a Prosperous World 💙 🎉 Get your free posters: https://bit.ly/3V4XydI 📸 Share your celebrations with #ICUDay2025 📂 Explore the media kit: https://bit.ly/3VCdvrS #CreditUnions #WeAreVelera

VeleraLIVE is heading to Florida — and trust us, you don’t want to miss this! 🌴 📍 Orlando World Center Marriott 🗓️ April 13–15, 2026 Join us for three unforgettable days filled with powerful industry insights, meaningful credit union connections and just the right amount of magic. ✨ 🎟️ Early bird gets the deal → https://bit.ly/425k5Lf #VeleraLIVE #WeAreVelera #FloridaOrBust

If 2025 has taught the payments and digital economy anything, it’s that volatility is now a feature, not a bug. 🌍 Trade routes? Replotted. 🛍️ Consumer confidence? A little wobbly. 🤖 AI? Out of pilot mode. 💸 New rails? Rolling live and into production. As we move into Q4, the headlines aren’t just noisy — they’re directional. But which ones actually matter? 📘 The latest PYMNTS eBook features insights from industry leaders including Velera Chief Administrative Officer Brian Caldarelli. Together, they distill five key themes that will shape the final stretch of 2025 — and where advantage will be forged in early 2026. 🔗 https://bit.ly/3L2aije #WeAreVelera #payments #CreditUnions

In a world where money moves at the speed of a tap, cybercriminals are loving the hustle just a little too much. This week, we’re kicking off our Cybersecurity Month blog series with David Bryant, Chief Information Security Officer at Velera, who breaks down how minimally invasive guardrails can be effective and always-on in a financial world that never sleeps. Read the blog → https://bit.ly/4gXZTB2 #CybersecurityMonth #WeAreVelera #payments