Protecting Yourself Against Identity Theft
Each year, identity theft continues to be one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), over 800,000 ID theft reports were filed in 2023. Over half of those reports related to credit card or bank fraud. NDBT recommends following these tips to keep your information – […]
Can You Spot a Phishing Scam?
Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of expanded use of online and mobile banking, the problem is only growing worse. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission’s report on fraud estimates that American consumers lost a staggering $8.8 […]
Banking Safely Online
Tips for Banking Online Safely Online banking is one of the most convenient, efficient, and secure technologies developed this millennium. But, like any online tool, it is up to the user to be diligent with processes to help make each experience as safe as possible. […]
Beware of New Scams
True to form, fraudsters never let a big news story go to waste! These bad actors stay on alert for opportunities to prey on the public for their own financial gain, and lately, they are impersonating banks and banking regulators to get your bank account information. Here’s how it works: The fraudster contacts an unsuspecting […]
War in Ukraine Sparks New Cyber Scams
The recent war in Ukraine has gathered a lot of attention. Unfortunately, cybercriminals often take advantage of world events to prey on people’s emotions. Now more than ever, it’s important to watch out for phishing attacks and disinformation campaigns. Cybercriminals may use several different scam tactics. For example, cybercriminals may try to trick you into […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Video Series
Cybersecurity Awareness Month Cyber threats are more prevalent today then ever before. Being aware of the threats and how to identify them to protect your identity and the financial ramifications of a cyber-attack are all part of what is learned and shared annually during October‘s Cybersecurity Awareness Month. For the four weeks of October, NDBT […]
