CSI's NuPoint Wins Best Core Banking System at 2026 Banking Tech Awards
Event summary
- CSI's NuPoint core banking platform won Best Core Banking System at the 2026 Banking Tech Awards USA.
- NuPoint is the second-most-used core banking platform in the U.S., supporting 10.1% of all U.S. banks as of December 2025.
- CSI acquired Apiture in 2025 to enhance digital banking capabilities, integrating them with NuPoint.
- NuPoint serves over 3,000 organizations, ranging from de novo institutions to banks with over $20 billion in assets.
The big picture
CSI's win underscores the increasing importance of core banking systems in helping community banks modernize amid rising customer expectations and competition. The acquisition of Apiture and the integration of its digital banking capabilities position CSI to offer a more comprehensive solution, potentially solidifying its market leadership. With NuPoint supporting a significant portion of U.S. banks, CSI's strategic investments in technology and partnerships are critical in navigating the evolving financial landscape.
What we're watching
- Market Expansion
- How CSI will leverage NuPoint's growing adoption to further penetrate the U.S. banking market.
- Integration Success
- Whether the integration of Apiture's digital banking capabilities will enhance NuPoint's competitive edge.
- Competitive Dynamics
- The pace at which CSI can sustain its momentum against larger banks and fintechs.
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