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SEO and Search Are Evolving With AI – Are You Keeping Up?

Updated March 17, 2025 As AI becomes more integrated into Search Engine Results Pages (SERPs), we’re seeing a shift in the traditional search model, along with some significant changes in how search works. With AI-generated answers and summaries on...

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Treat Your Website Like a Branch … Because it is!

Take a moment and think about one of your branches. As you approach, you notice clear branding, a tidy parking lot, and sparkling windows. You walk...

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Conference Insights and Observations

Six members of the Mills team had the opportunity to share their expertise at three conferences in September, engaging with a variety of audiences in...

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Our Key Takeaways From #fbforum 2024

Gamification | Data-Driven Customer Growth Strategies | Innovative Thinking It’s been a hot, adventure-filled summer at Mills! In June, we celebrated...

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Trademark Scams on the Rise

The Rise of Trademark Scams: What to Know and Watch For Scams Target Businesses (with and without a trademark application) Trademark scams have been...

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5 Key Generative AI Takeaways from IBA Mega Conference 2024

Generative AI Emerges as Major Theme at #IBAMega This Year. Earlier this month, Derek Baker and I had the opportunity to attend and present at the...

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Is It Time For Your Institution To Go Global?

Exploring the potential benefits of adding international payment services to your repertoire. It’s no secret. Major consolidation has been an ongoing...

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Learning More About The FDIC’s Final Rule

The last time the FDIC had updated regulations regarding the official FDIC sign and advertising statement was in 2006. However, the banking industry...

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Don’t Fall for the “Deepfake”

Follow these 4 tips to avoid this tricky AI-enhanced scam. Are you familiar with the term “deepfake”? No, it’s not some schoolyard football play...

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Mills EVP Derek Baker Featured in Independent Banker

Our own Derek Baker was recently interviewed for an article featured in Independent Banker magazine. In his interview, he shared valuable insights on...

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