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What is a Bank Imposter Scam?

Bank imposter scams are a type of smishing, or SMS phishing, and are some of the most dangerous cybersecurity threats currently facing the financial industry.  

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How to Protect Your Business Bank Account From Fraud

With bank fraud on the rise, it’s essential that you know what to look out for and how you can protect your hard-earned business finances.

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P2P Payment Pitfalls: How to Avoid Payment App Scams

More than half of all Americans use P2P apps, but are they safe? Here’s how to spot some of the top payment app scams and avoid becoming a victim.  

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Charity Scams

Criminals are increasingly taking advantage of Americans’ generosity, exploiting compassionate donors to line their own pockets. America ranks No. 1 in charitable giving on the World Giving Index, with U.S. charities receiving a record $471 billion in donations in 2020, according to the Giving USA Foundation.

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Can You Spot a Phishing Scam?

First National Bank and Trust has joined a nationwide effort to fight phishing. We aim to help our customers spot and avoid phishing scams.

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How to Recognize and Prevent Elder Financial Abuse

Elder financial abuse is a serious crime where scammers exploit their resources for material gain. But there are ways to prevent elder financial fraud.  

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QR Code Safety: What To Know Before You Scan

Ever wonder what QR codes really are and whether they are safe to scan?  This guide will walk you through what QR codes are and how to safely use them.  

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Guarding Your Heart (and Wallet) Against Romance Scams

With so much love in the air leading up to Valentine’s Day, it can be all too easy fall prey to online dating scams. Here's how to spot a romance scam.  

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Online Holiday Shopping Safety Tips

Initially fueled by the reduction of in-person shopping during the pandemic, online holiday shopping is expected to reach record highs this year. In fact, according to the National Retail Federation, “holiday retail sales during November and December will grow between 6% and 8% over 2021 to between $942.6 billion and $960.4 billion.” Unfortunately, each year the number of online shopping scams and cybersecurity fraud seems to grow as well. Last year alone, consumer fraud was up over 70% over the year prior, reaching almost $6 billion in losses. 

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Credit Card Safety Tips

Credit card fraud is one of the most common forms of fraud in the country. So, what are the most important credit card security measures you should take to keep your accounts safe?

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Top Cybersecurity Threats To Avoid

Cybercrime is a monumental and growing threat, but there are things to be done to protect yourself from fraud and losses due to cyberattacks.  

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What is a Contactless Debit Card?

Contactless payments not only speed up transactions at stores, but they employ the latest technologies to keep your financial data safe. 

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Smart and Safe Summer Travel Tips

If you are planning a big excursion this summer, this post will discuss ways to help you save money, stay on top of your finances, and have a safe, enjoyable trip. Many people, sticking closer to home since the start of the pandemic, are deciding to take larger or longer trips this year. As CNBC points out, this year’s theme of travel seems to be “go big, spend big.”

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Top 5 Ways to Protect Your Business from Cybersecurity Threats

Cyberattacks cost American businesses and individuals billions of dollars in financial losses each year. In this blog, we’ll help you understand the cybersecurity threats you face and show you how to protect your business, employees, and customers from cyberattacks.

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