Understanding Cryptocurrency: The Risks, Scams, and How to Stay Safe
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Understanding Cryptocurrency: The Risks, Scams, and How to Stay Safe
By Jennifer Bergman on October 30, 2024

Do you keep hearing about cryptocurrency either while working with investments, payments or the most common hot topic, scams? Confused? You’re not alone. Before you convert your real...

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4 Tips For Using Peer-to-Peer Payment Apps
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4 Tips For Using Peer-to-Peer Payment Apps
By Banzai on October 1, 2024

Whether you’re splitting the bill at a restaurant with friends, paying back your parents, or buying snacks at a sports event, it’s hard to beat the convenience of peer-to-peer payment apps...

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Deepfake Technology
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Deepfake Technology
By Brian Millis on September 12, 2024

We are in an era where video communication is everywhere from a work conference call to our social media newsfeeds. But can you always trust what you are seeing or who you are communicating...

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Protecting Your Finances from Cybersecurity Threats: The IRS Imposter
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Protecting Your Finances from Cybersecurity Threats: The IRS Imposter
By Osgood Bank on August 30, 2024

According to the FBI 2023 Internet Crime Report, "Impersonation scams defraud thousands of individuals each year. Tech/Customer Support and Government Impersonation are responsible for over...

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Protect Yourself From Bank Fraud
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Protect Yourself From Bank Fraud
By Osgood Bank on July 14, 2024

Bank fraud is a serious threat to financial security, and it can be a devastating experience for those who fall victim to it. Fraudsters are constantly looking for new ways to obtain...

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7 Digital Citizenship Activities for Different Learning Styles
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7 Digital Citizenship Activities for Different Learning Styles
By Banzai on May 16, 2024

Some educators (parents and teachers alike) assume digital citizenship as a tricky subject to teach in part because kids are interacting with technology all day. In response to that, this...

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50 Internet Safety Tips for 2024
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50 Internet Safety Tips for 2024
By Banzai on March 7, 2024

Cybersecurity risks have grown just as rapidly as technology has and online scam artists are always finding new ways to lower a system’s defenses.

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Investment Warning Signs and Red Flags
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Investment Warning Signs and Red Flags
By Banzai on February 14, 2024

It’s true that every investment involves some degree of risk. But it’s still wise to minimize that risk whenever you can. To spot the difference between an appropriate level of risk and an...

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Romance & Dating Scams
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Romance & Dating Scams
By Banzai on January 10, 2024

Romance scams are on the rise. These scams can hurt your mental health almost as much as they can hurt your finances. See how you can check the validity of the people you meet online.

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Signs of Identity Theft Fraud You Shouldn't Ignore
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Signs of Identity Theft Fraud You Shouldn't Ignore
By Osgood Bank on December 26, 2023

In our increasingly digitized world, where personal information is stored and transacted online, the threat of identity theft looms larger than ever before. Recognizing the signs of ...

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10 Tips to Protect Your Credit & Debit Cards
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10 Tips to Protect Your Credit & Debit Cards
By Osgood Bank on November 6, 2023

Taking precautions can help protect you while making purchases with your debit card.

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The Fight Against Check Fraud
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The Fight Against Check Fraud
By Osgood Bank on August 29, 2023

Washing Isn’t Just for Clothes Anymore Despite the decline in the use of paper checks, check fraud is still a major concern as criminals are finding new ways to exploit the system. In fact,...

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