Oct 13, 2021

#QuickTakes: A Brief Conversation with Tony Repanich on Banking the Cannabis Industry

Tony Repanich joins BankBeat.biz for an interview about the challenges and opportunities of banking the cannabis industry.

Sep 15, 2021

The 'Wild West' No More: Adult-Use Continues to Grow, Mature

Understanding what is required to serve cannabis businesses and minimize risk helps bankers succeed in this expanding market.

Jul 16, 2021

Pot banking bill's prospects fade amid broader legalization push

As lawmakers launch a broader effort to legalize marijuana, top Senate Democrats are abandoning targeted legislation.

May 25, 2021

Will banks catch up with cannabis legalization?

When Colorado became the first state to legalize recreational marijuana in 2012, the plant was (and continues to be) illegal at the...

May 18, 2021

Will cannabis banking risk remain after federal recognition?

As I speak with bankers across the country who are considering launching cannabis banking programs, I am often asked about BSA/AML risk....

Apr 15, 2021

Spence Labs Collab Helps Banks Serve Legal Cannabis Market

To provide a digital payment offering to financial institutions working with cannabis-related businesses, digital payment company Spence...

Feb 23, 2021

Making Your Mark in Cannabis Banking

If there ever was a time for credit unions to consider cannabis, it is now.

Feb 11, 2021

Cannabis banking draws more interest as industry optimistic on legal clarity

For years, only a small number of banks and credit unions have been willing to offer their services to the cannabis industry, giving its...

Nov 30, 2020

Shield Compliance Welcomes Richard Drennen as Business Development Officer

Shield Compliance announced the expansion of its sales team with the addition of Richard H. Drennen as Business Development Officer....

Nov 4, 2020

Michigan banker trail-blazes with transparency

When Michigan legalized recreational cannabis, Edith Farrell, the Bank Secrecy Act officer at Union Bank, Lake Odessa, was in staunch...

Shield Compliance Survey Highlights Gaps and Opportunities in Cannabis Banking

Shield Compliance Announces Organizational Changes and Promotions to Enhance Cannabis Banking Solutions