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German co-op banks are looking at crypto trading, poll suggests

DZ Bank, the central institution for the sector, has completed a pilot scheme offering a platform…

Montreal welcomes global co-op research event for IYC2025

Stéphanie McDuff , an editor and head of digital production for Le Cooperateur, writes from the…

US co-ops apex welcomes new grocers after membership drive

The co-ops, as members of National Co+op Grocers, were eligible for the offer from the National…

US credit union launches stablecoin crypto as part of digital asset platform

Minnesota-based St Cloud Financial Credit Union is working with DaLand Cuso on the venture

Start loyalty rewards at 16, Co-op Group and Barnardo’s tell retailers

The campaign warns that young students and carers are being shut out of access to valuable…

Suma co-op wins Sky ad campaign in sustainability competition

The ads will spotlight Suma’s mission to support sustainable, community-first businesses and encourage consumers to shop…

Indonesia’s plan for 80,000 new co-ops is a daunting task

The plan aims to tackle poverty by easing market access and simplifying supply chains - but…

Agri co-op giant CHS announces $120m return to members for 2026

The board has voted to return $30m in cash patronage and $90m through equity redemptions

Midcounties Co-op celebrates 20th anniversary with raft of member offers

'The anniversary is not only a time to reflect on the positive difference we’ve made together…

EU State of the Union speech – what co-ops need to know

Measures include a scale-up fund for new businesses, Made in Europe procurement criteria, and moves to…

Revolver Co-op – improving lives one cup at a time

Director Paul Birch discusses new developments at the coffee co-op, including public health advocacy in Malawi

Co-ops respond to finalised EU-Mercosur trade deal text

Farming federations in South America have largely welcomed the plans but in Europe, Copa and Cogeca…