In the ever-evolving digital landscape, online safety remains paramount. Recent reports highlight an uptick in tech support scams, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance. Discover essential tips from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the ...
Scammers are always looking for ways to prey upon people, especially those consumers needing money quickly. One way is to use Remote Deposit Capture (RDC), a service which allows you to deposit a check remotely into your account.
Cybersecurity is one of the biggest threats facing small businesses. The challenges small businesses face include how to identify the cyber threats, protect their business, and respond better to cyber-attacks. According to the Cybercrime Magazine, ...
In late 2022, Dakotaland lending staff observed another outbreak of Business Email Compromise Scams that attempted to defraud our members of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Thankfully, no member or credit union funds were lost! Due to the ease ...
Passwords help guard your online accounts, but they are only as strong as you make them. To keep your sensitive accounts secure, it’s time to think about strength in numbers – that means the number of characters in your password and the number of ...
June is Elder Abuse Awareness month, an excellent time for credit union staff to brush up on the latest scams targeting older members. Up to five million older Americans are abused every year, and the annual loss by victims of financial abuse is ...
In the past two decades, the global advancements in technology have truly changed the way the world works. With computers in our pockets, electric cars on the road, and virtual everything, the times are changing, and the scams tactics are too.
Be on the lookout in 2022. Learn how to spot scammers who pretend to be Internal Revenue Service officials. Email messages and phone calls which appear to be coming from the IRS should always be verified before giving out any personal information, ...
October 28, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 28, 2021 Washington, DC CUNA President/CEO calls the development a “major win” for credit union members Credit Union National Association (CUNA) President/CEO Jim Nussle released the following statement ...
