For decades, banks and credit unions have operated as linear pipelines. But as behaviour shifts into platform ecosystems, value creation is moving from chains to networks.

As we look toward 2026, there is a palpable sense of anticipation within the Canadian Credit Union system. At Caspian One Open Data, we are entering the new year with a clear mission: ensuring that by joining our ecosystem, Canadian Credit Unions are no longer forced to use 2020 technology to solve 2026 problems.

2025 was the year our vision for Open Data gained real-world velocity. We transitioned from conceptualizing ecosystems to operationalizing them, bridging the gap between global discourse in Frankfurt and the practical needs of credit unions in Canada. The future we’ve been discussing is no longer on the horizon; it’s live. 

Libro Partners with Caspian One Open Data and Interac to Deploy New Open Data Identity Verification, Positioning Libro for Future Innovations.

The Credit Union understood that modern banking isn't confined to a branch or a desktop. By implementing Call Center Verify (CIBA), they didn't just upgrade their call center; they established a foundation for consistent, financial-grade security across their entire enterprise, empowering members like Sarah to bank with confidence. 

Money itself is a story of convenience and people don’t stay loyal to ‘channels’, they think about getting things done, and throughout financial history that means showing up where life happens. 

The future of Credit Union member acquisition is invisible and effortless. By adopting Embedded Finance and leveraging Open Data to establish FDX-compliant partnerships, CUs can move from reactive selling to proactive, seamless service—a world where the next generation walks in with their coffee, not their paperwork.

For credit union executives and strategic leaders in the credit union system, the natural next question is the most important one: How do we get there, leveraging open data, without multi-year, multi-million-dollar IT projects? 

Caspian One Open Data, a global leader in FinTech innovation, is proud to announce the successful go-live of a fully Financial Data Exchange (FDX) compliant, live open data solution for North America.

Prospera goes live with open data, rolling out the Interac® verification service as first use case.

First West goes live with open data, rolling out the Interac® verification service as first use case.

Interac, Canadian Credit Unions and Caspian One Open Data Partner to Expand Secure Digital Verification for Canadians. What does this announcement mean for the Canadian Credit Union system?

Innovation isn't just for the big banks anymore. For credit unions, getting on board with open data before it's mandated is your golden ticket to a stronger future. Here’s why your credit union should act today.

If you’re unfamiliar with the term “ecosystem manager”, this is the post for you. What does it mean and why is it important for the future of digital services? We want to simplify this for our readers. 

This executive roundtable is timely as it brings together financial leaders to explore how leveraging interoperability, open APIs, and next-gen platforms can accelerate growth, streamline operations, and ensure compliance. Strategic partnerships with fintechs are key to reducing time-to-market and delivering high-value propositions at scale. 

At the upcoming FDX Global Summit this month, a panel of industry veterans will delve into these questions, offering practical insights and actionable strategies. To give you a sneak peek, we're introducing the experts and asking them a few questions that will certainly inspire you to attend their session. 

If you ever wanted to get up to speed with open banking and regulation in the U.S., this is the webinar for you. DXC and Connect Global Group hosted a webinar discussing the critical shifts happening in U.S. open banking, focusing on Section 1033 of the Dodd-Frank Act.

2025 promises to be a year of significant growth and innovation for Caspian One Open Data, as we continue to empower financial institutions (big and small) with open data.

2024 has been a transformative year for Caspian One Open Data. Our team took a moment to reflect on the incredible milestones, partnerships, and achievements that have propelled Caspian One Open Data forward. From major events to product launches and strategic expansions, it’s been a landmark year.

Ask any CIO of a large bank about their priorities, and you’ll likely get the same answer today as you would have a decade ago—or a decade from now. Their core drivers remain constant: (1) Cut Costs, (2) Reduce Complexity, (3) Get Closer to Clients