How to Attract Younger Credit Union Members with your Mobile Banking App

A diagram showing the struggles of using an unfriendly interface.

Introduction In an era where the average credit union member’s age hovers around 53, the challenge of adapting to the ever-evolving digital landscape to engage younger generations is more pressing than ever. With Gen Z and Millennials making up over 50% of the U.S. population, credit unions find themselves at a crossroads. How do they […]

AEQ’s Deep Dive into the CUNA O&ME Council 2023

Panelists for the General Session: Digital Leadership + AI: The Future of Innovation & Growth

In the last few months, Aequilibrium has sponsored the Credit Union Technology Forum conference in Halifax, and the World Credit Union in Vancouver. Last month we joined CUNA as Associate Business Members, and sponsored the CUNA OME Conference in Denver, part of our continuous commitment to the credit union movement. Fresh from the enlightening experience at the CUNA OME Conference, […]

5 Things You Need to Know about XR for your Business

A woman using a VR headset.

Extended Reality (XR) is beginning to reshape business and entertainment. For retail, it’s looking very similar to the effect e-commerce had on bricks and mortar stores. For gaming, it may be analogous to the development of home consoles. Like the smartphone, one day (and we think it’s not too far away) we will look back […]

5 Lessons Every Credit Union Should Remember from WCUC 2023

The corridors of the World Credit Union Conference (WCUC) reverberated with insights that resonated deeply with credit union leaders seeking to shape a transformative future. As we unpack the vibrant tapestry of WCUC’s discussions, we delve into the key takeaways that finally illuminate the uncertain future of credit unions. Seamless Member Experiences through Digital Transformation […]

3 Key Takeaways for Credit Unions at CUTF 2023, Halifax

The AEQ at CUTF 2023

The Credit Union Technology Forum (CUTF) took place June 5 – 8 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, co-hosted by four of the most well-known credit unions in North America: Celero, Central 1, League Data and the Prairie Payments Joint Venture. The Aequilibrium team was fortunate to sponsor the event and attend as exhibitors, showcasing our strengths […]

Using XR to Level up: How to Envision, Plan, and Collaborate for AEC

In my career, I have experienced duality between my involvement in academia (both as a graduate student and a university professor) and my knack for the technology industry. I started my career as a game developer for Ubisoft while working as an Assistant Professor of Computer Science, and pursuing my Master’s, simultaneously. After coming to […]

Using Extended Reality (XR) for Financial Services

Using Extended Reality (XR) for Financial Services

This is the third blog in our series focused on financial services: the first two were focused on Themes and Trends, and on Banking with a Twist: Heart, Beauty, and Brain. In this article, we will continue to discuss how XR and the metaverse are impacting various industries, with a focus on financial services. Citi […]

Banking with a Twist: Heart, Beauty, and Brain

Last week we published our first article from our series focused on financial services (FS), and we have also reviewed some modern themes and trends. This article provides an original perspective on our recommendations on the future of banking. The third, and final, article in our FS series will focus on XR benefits for FS, […]