As we look back on a year defined by rapid digital transformation and shifting member expectations, the FLEX Credit Union Technology Blog has remained dedicated to providing credit unions with the insights they need to thrive. From the rise of real-time payments to the necessity of seamless fintech integrations, 2025 was a landmark year for credit union innovation.
To celebrate, we are counting down the Top 25 Most Viewed Blog Posts of 2025. We’re kicking things off today with ranks 25 through 21. Let’s dive into the topics that captured your attention this year!
In an era where members use a dozen different fintech apps to manage their money, connectivity is no longer optional. This post explores how the integration between FLEX and Plaid’s Core Exchange API empowers credit unions to offer secure, consent-driven data exchange. By bridging the gap between the core and the wider financial ecosystem, credit unions can stay at the center of their members' digital lives.
Instant gratification isn't just for Gen Z, it’s the new industry standard. Our 24th most popular post of the year highlights how FLEX has proactively integrated with major corporate credit union partners (like Corporate One, Alloya, and Catalyst) to bring FedNow and RTP services to our clients. If you want to know how real-time payments can reduce NSF fees and improve member liquidity, this is a must-read.
Following closely behind the API technical overview is this deep dive into the member benefits of our Plaid partnership. This post struck a chord with credit unions looking to streamline onboarding. It details how instant bank account verification can reduce account-linking time to as little as 10 seconds, significantly lowering abandonment rates and improving the initial "first-impression" experience for new members.
With industry loan growth seeing a shift in 2024 and 2025, credit unions turned to technology to regain momentum. This post discusses the power of "Native Lending." A digital experience built directly into the core without the need for third-party portals. Readers learned how AI-driven automation can cut processing times by 40%, allowing lending teams to focus on members rather than paperwork.
Strategy starts with data. Ranking at #21, this post breaks down how credit unions can use the Callahan Market Share Guide to benchmark their technology stack. It moves beyond simple rankings to discuss industry shifts toward open banking and cloud-based solutions, helping executives determine if their current core provider is a partner for the future or a hurdle to their long-term goals.
Stay tuned! In our next post, we will continue the countdown with the top-viewed posts from #20 to #16. Which topics do you think made the top 10?
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