Always.bank turns entrepreneurs into a community of their own
The digital-first banking division of 22nd State Banking Co. is building a national banking platform specifically around small businesses.
Alabama- and Florida-based credit unions to merge
Anniston-based Fort McClellan Credit Union to merge with Pensacola, Florida-based PenAir Credit Union.
25 honored as Business Alabama’s Rising Stars of Banking
Twenty-five Alabama banking professionals were honored as Business Alabama’s Rising Stars of Banking 2026 at a luncheon in Birmingham.
Bryant Bank names new president
Bryant Bank has named its first new president since its founding in 2005.
Historic Alabama: Bank On It
The John A. Hand Building in downtown Birmingham.
Alabama bankers worry that stablecoins could undermine traditional banking
Local bankers are advocating for regulation regarding stablecoins.
Regions doubles down on fintech
Collaborations expand payment and treasury management tools for business clients.
Regions acquires The Frazer Lanier Co.
The acquisition will expand Regions’ investment banking capabilities.
CommerceOne Financial Corp. is acquiring Green Dot Corp.
Approximately 72% of Green Dot Corp.’s shareholders approved its acquisition.
Nova Bank was built for relationships over scale
A de novo bank, Huntsville-based Nova Bank opened two years ago.









