Priya Nandakumar
Priya Nandakumar covers the technology stack behind modern banking — core platforms, digital account opening, and the API integrations that connect them. Over more than a decade working alongside community banks and credit unions on digital transformation programs, she's seen firsthand what separates a smooth core migration from a painful one. She writes to help operators cut through vendor hype and ship digital experiences members actually use.
13 articles by Priya
Open Banking Arrives: What the 1033 Rule Means for Banks and Credit Unions
The CFPB's 1033 rule makes member financial data portable and kills screen scraping in favor of secure APIs. Why open ba
Generative AI in Banking: What Community Institutions Are Actually Deploying in 2026
The community institutions getting real value from generative AI in 2026 didn't launch a flashy chatbot — they pointed i
Greylock Federal Credit Union Elevates Digital Banking Experience Through Partnership With Alkami Technology
In a recent development that signals a significant leap towards digital modernization, Greylock Federal Credit Union has
Microtransaction Implications for Banks and Credit Unions
One trend that has caught the attention of financial institutions worldwide is the rise of the microtransaction in video
Why Alabama Credit Unions are Transforming Personal Finance
Credit unions in Alabama are redefining Personal Finance services, offering a member-centric approach that contrasts sh
Exploring the Future of Fintech and Payments: 2024 Trends to Watch
As we approach 2024, the fintech and payments sector is poised for transformative changes. Rapid technological advanceme
Fintech Growth Strategies Impact Future of Banking
Fintech Innovations Revolutionize Banking
Alkami Technology makes the top 100 of IDC FinTech Rankings
Alkami Technology, Inc., the powerhouse in cloud-based digital banking solutions, just made it to the prestigious 2023 I
Understanding Banking Cores: The Heart of Modern Banking Systems
I have been in the banking and credit union industry for about 6 years now, more on the fintech side. I get a lot of que
AI-Powered Lending: The Future Is Now
In recent years, months actually, artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized numerous sectors, and credit union len
Are smaller Banks and Credit Unions winning the tech race?
The Banking and Finance Industry’s Technological Dilemma: Racing to Catch Up in a Tech-Driven Future In an era def
Understanding Customer Identification Programs (CIP)
Introduction Understanding Customer Identification Programs (CIP) Documentary CIP: A Closer Look Definition and Process
Streamline Your Financial Institutions Digital Account Opening
1. Introduction 2. The Need for Streamlined Account Opening 3. Benefits of a Streamlined Digital Account Opening Solutio