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  • Steer Clear of Travel Scams

    posted on Monday, March 13, 2023

    Spring break is a popular time to travel. But if a scammer or a shady company is behind the wheel your dream trip may leave you grounded. Learn how to detour around these roadblocks to make sure your trip is smooth sailing.

  • SHAZAM's Case Manager Fraud Portal is Live

    posted on Tuesday, February 7, 2023

    SHAZAM is committed to helping financial institutions fight fraud, and we're continuously working to enhance our fraud protection solutions to offer clients better tools. We're pleased to introduce our new online fraud portal, Case Manager, to financial institution clients.

  • Identity Theft: Be Aware and Prepare

    posted on Monday, January 30, 2023

    Identity theft is the top consumer complaint reported to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over the past several years, and the number of cases continues to grow. The good news is accountholders can help protect themselves by simply being aware of the risk and taking basic precautions.

  • As you head out for the long weekend, remember that criminals don't take time off. Secure your data.

    posted by Ryan Dutton on Wednesday, May 25, 2022

    With much anticipation of fun in the sun and possibly a mini-vacation over the Memorial Day weekend, we're all ready to relax, right? Well, unfortunately, not all of us! Criminals never take time off.

  • Class is back in session. Lesson 2: dangers of social media scams

    posted by Mike Burke on Monday, January 17, 2022

    Every student heading back to school has a smartphone in their pocket, using it to communicate, socialize and relax. However, an increasing number of scammers are out there right now targeting unsuspecting college students. This is the second part of our two-part blog series highlighting scams targeting college students. Help us keep them safe by sharing this information.

  • The dark web is an unsafe cybercrime playground. Keep out!

    posted on Tuesday, October 26, 2021

    As we close out Cybersecurity Awareness Month,  let us offer some insight into the mystery of the dark web. We've all heard the term dark web, but what is it really and how is it used for cybercrime and fraud? Let us explain.

  • October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Let's talk about social media safety.

    posted on Wednesday, October 6, 2021

    This week kicks off Cybersecurity Awareness Month, recognizing the importance of how much our daily lives depend on the internet and the security of data. Look for us to pass along some information to keep your business, staff, accountholders, family and friends safe from fraudsters.

  • Merchant fraud: protecting your business against malware

    posted on Wednesday, August 25, 2021

    Fraud is a situation no one likes, yet we all realize it is part of the world we live in. It is up to us, merchants, financial institutions and networks to lead with integrity as partners, to implement required security services and fraud prevention measures so the consumers we all serve may enjoy safe, secure and delightful shopping experiences. We hope the information and ideas in this blog may help in your risk and security management.

  • Class is back in session. Lesson 2: dangers of social media scams

    posted by Mike Burke on Wednesday, August 11, 2021

    Every student heading back to school has a smartphone in their pocket, using it to communicate, socialize and kick back and relax. However, an increasing number of scammers are out there right now targeting unsuspecting students. This is the second part of our two-part blog series highlighting scams targeting college students.

  • Synthetic identity fraud is the fastest growing financial crime in the United States

    posted on Wednesday, July 28, 2021

    Where money is in motion, there are those looking to steal it. While fraud isn't new, the perpetrators' techniques are constantly evolving to take advantage of the current environment. Today's fastest growing crime, synthetic identity fraud, can be the hardest type of fraud to detect.