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Alicia Adamczyk

The SVB implosion shows why FDIC insurance is so important

Silicon Valley Bank's Future Remains Uncertain As Branches Reopen On Monday (Credit: Justin Sullivan / Getty)

The sudden collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and New York's Signature Bank over the past few days is highlighting the importance of Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) insurance for all consumers.

Most Americans probably don't think twice about the fine print on their bank's website advertising that they're part of the FDIC. But during a financial crisis, the FDIC offers critical protections.

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