Know the charity you’re donating to. Scammers are taking advantage of your goodwill.
Posted On: April 29, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Fraud
The FBI recently issued a warning to the public that scammers are taking advantage of the mass casualty events and disasters of the world by establishing fake charities. They are also posing as disaster relief agencies so they can collect your personal information and/or are pretending to be high-profile victims to tug at your heartstrings and acquire your donations. You’ll find these schemes online as well as in-person during collection drives.
In 2024, the FBI...
Banks Never Ask That. Your Text May be a Scam if...
Posted On: June 3, 2024 by Prevail Bank in: Digital Banking, Fraud
For many organizations, consumers are given a choice as to how they wish to receive communications. For many that would be texting.
Texting, from a consumer’s point of view, has its benefits; it’s:
Convenient; you can respond on your time. Efficient. Text messages are typically short and to the point. Not tied to the internet, but they do rely on phone carrier networks. Messages are delivered...Featured Blogs
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