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Fraud Prevention


ATM Safety: Simple Tips to Protecting Yourself and Your Money
ATMs offer quick and convenient access to your money, but it’s important to stay alert while using them. A few basic safety habits can help protect both you and your account. Always choose ATMs in well lit, public locations and pay close attention to your surroundings. Be cautious of anyone nearby, especially strangers offering help. If something feels unusual or the machine looks tampered with, leave and find another ATM. Protect your PIN by shielding the keypad and memorizi
Feb 31 min read


Digital Security: Everyday Steps to Protect Your Information
From banking to staying in touch, our devices play a big role in everyday life. But the more connected we are, the more important it is to protect our personal information. A few smart digital habits can make a big difference. System Updates : One of the easiest ways to stay secure is keeping your devices up to date. System and app updates help protect against new threats, while older devices that no longer receive updates may be more at risk. Passwords : Strong passwords add
Feb 31 min read


When Seeing Isn’t Believing: AI Deepfake Scams
Have you ever used an app to animate an old photo? Or tried one of those AI filters that brings vintage pictures to life? It’s amazing how technology can revive memories and let anyone experiment with creative tools once reserved for professionals. But while AI can make ordinary moments extraordinary, there’s a darker side growing fast: AI deepfake scams. A deepfake is audio, video, or image content created or altered by AI to make someone appear to say or do something they n
Oct 22, 20252 min read


🛑 Spotting Digital Payment Red Flags
In partnership with Zelle®, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) has outlined four key warning signs to help consumers avoid falling victim...
Jul 8, 20251 min read


Don’t Let Scammers Steal Your Holiday Joy
The holiday season is a special time, full of cheer, delicious treats, and the joy of connecting with loved ones. However, scammers also...
Dec 12, 20242 min read


Spread Joy, Not Your Data: Cyber Shopping Best Practices
The holiday season brings the joy of online shopping for loved ones, but it’s important to protect your finances from cyber threats....
Nov 22, 20241 min read


The Importance of Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is crucial in the digital world we live in. Protecting your personal information, financial assets, and data has never been...
Oct 17, 20232 min read


How to Avoid Scams During Tax Season
While convenient, technology and online communication have become a double-edged sword, especially during tax season. Scammers use...
Mar 22, 20232 min read


3 Common Ways That Hackers Use Zelle, Venmo, PayPal and other P2Ps to Steal Money
Peer-to-peer payments (P2P) like Zelle, Venmo and Paypal have become a common way for people to pay friends, family, and others they...
Dec 23, 20212 min read


Learn About Common Elder Scams and Ways to Stay Protected
Every year, millions of elderly Americans fall victim to some type of financial fraud, identity theft, and other related scams. Since...
Sep 20, 20212 min read


Things You Should Know About Fake Check Scams
Along with other scams, fraud involving fake checks is on the rise. Like other schemes, the scammer's motive is to collect goods or money...
Apr 21, 20212 min read
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