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October 02, 2024
What You Need to Know about the NPD Data Breach
On August 16, 2024, National Public Data (NPD), a major provider of consumer data for background checks, reported a significant data breach that exposed approximately 2.9 billion personal records.
September 20, 2024
Have You Been a Victim of Credit Card Fraud? Here's How to Stay Safe
With four out of five Americans owning at least one credit card, credit and debit card transactions have become more common than cash.
September 20, 2024
Why Is My Bank Talking About Pig Butchering? Understanding This New Fraud Scheme
The term "pig butchering" may sound strange coming from a financial institution, but it’s a critical fraud scheme that’s on the rise.
Understanding Available Funds vs. Cleared Checks
It’s essential to know the difference between available funds and cleared checks to protect your finances.
August 14, 2024
Are You Really Talking to Your Bank? How to Spot Bank Impersonation Scams
Bank impersonation scams are on the rise, with scammers posing as bank employees to trick you into sending money, sharing personal account details, or providing other sensitive information. In 2023 alone, Americans lost over $2 billion to these scams, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
August 14, 2024
From Friendship to Fraud: How to Spot and Avoid Romance Scams
Have you ever received a text from an unknown number? Perhaps it’s about confirming plans for a lunch date you never scheduled. You reply to inform them of the mistake, and then something unexpected happens – the person on the other end starts a conversation, asking questions like where you live or what you do for work. Beware: this could be the beginning of a scam.