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AI (Artificial Intelligence) letters are placed on computer motherboard in this illustration taken, June 23, 2023. (REUTERS file/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo)
Jun 12, 2026

Bank regulators ramp up scrutiny of AI use at financial companies

Banking regulators are stepping up scrutiny of how lenders deploy artificial intelligence, pressing firms on everything from data access to risks posed by third-party vendors.

John Delaney appears on stage at a First in the West Event at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas on Nov. 17, 2019. (REUTERS/Carlo Allegri/File Photo)
Jun 11, 2026

Former MD congressman’s Forbright valued at $870M after shares fall in debut

Forbright, the Maryland-based bank founded by former U.S. Rep. John Delaney, was valued at $870 million after its shares fell in their Nasdaq debut.

Conscious Venture Lab's Baltimore Cohort 14 at Demo Day in January 2026. (Novella Center for Entrepreneurship)
May 18, 2026

CFG Bank commits $500K to Novella Center through partnership

The Novella Center for Entrepreneurship announced a four-year, $500,000 partnership with CFG Bank to support its accelerator programs. 

Baltimore County leaders joined APGFCU officials and community supporters for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of APGFCU's Cockeysville branch on May 6, 2026. (provided by APGFCU)
May 8, 2026

APGFCU hosts ribbon-cutting for 3rd Baltimore County branch

APG Federal Credit Union held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of its newest branch in Cockeysville.

A Bank of America logo is seen on the entrance to a Bank of America financial center in New York City, on July 11, 2023. (REUTERS/Brendan McDermid)
Apr 20, 2026

Supreme Court rebuffs challenge to bank collusion suit brought by Baltimore, cities

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a bid by Bank of America and seven other major financial institutions to prevent cities from banding together in a $12 billion class action.

Credit unions can be a good option for small businesses needing a loan for their personal service, but there are risks. (Depositphotos)
Apr 8, 2026

Commercial lending by credit unions: What MD businesses should know

Credit unions in Maryland increased commercial lending to $6.2 billion in fiscal year 2025, supporting small businesses despite rising risk concerns.

financial tech illustration by Depositphotos
Apr 7, 2026

Credit unions partner with fintech to compete with big banks

Credit unions leverage fintech partnerships to enhance digital services and stay competitive with larger banks.

APG Federal Credit Union plans to open its first Baltimore location in Canton in early 2027. (Photo courtesy APGFCU)
Apr 6, 2026

APG Federal Credit Union to open first Baltimore location

APG Federal Credit Union will open its first Baltimore City branch in Canton, expanding financial services and community outreach in central Maryland.

A Bank of America logo is seen on the entrance to a Bank of America financial center in New York City, on July 11, 2023. (REUTERS/Brendan McDermid)
Mar 30, 2026

Bank of America agrees to pay $72.5M to settle Epstein accusers’ lawsuit

Bank of America agreed to pay $72.5 million to settle a civil lawsuit brought by women who accused the bank of facilitating their sexual abuse by Jeffrey Epstein.

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Feb 19, 2026

Citizens Financial Group acquires investment bank with MD office

Citizens Financial Group Inc. struck an agreement to acquire Matrix Capital Markets Group Inc., an investment bank with a Baltimore office.

JPMorgan Chase logo appears in this illustration taken Dec. 1, 2025. (REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration)
Feb 18, 2026

JPMorgan Chase to open over 160 new branches, including 3 in MD

JPMorgan Chase plans to open more than 160 branches across more than 30 U.S. states — including Maryland — in 2026.

Fulton Bank is headquartered in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, while Blue Foundry is based in Rutherford, New Jersey. (PHOTOS PROVIDED BY FULTON BANK AND BLUE FOUNDRY BANK)
Nov 25, 2025

Fulton, Blue Foundry banks to merge in $243M deal

Regional institutions Fulton Financial Corp., which operates locations across Maryland, and Blue Foundry Bancorp are pursuing a merger.