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6 Steps to Take After Finding Your Data on the Dark Web

Today we're exploring something that might sound a bit mysterious - the dark web. Now, the dark web can seem like something out of a thriller movie, but it's very real and has real-world consequences. By the end of this blog post, you'll know what the dark web is, how to find out if your information is out there, and the steps you can take to protect yourself.

Prevent Check Fraud with Positive Pay

Today, we are once again talking about one of our favorite topics of conversation: Fraud! And fraud itself is not our favorite topic. Honestly, we wish it didn't exist. But rather, we love sharing real stories of fraud happening in our area so, as listeners, you know what to look out for to prevent it from happening to you. The specific kind of fraud we talk about today is known as Check Fraud. Although check usage isn't what it used to be thanks to new banking technologies, fraud continues to threaten businesses and banks. But the good news is there are ways you can ensure your account remains protected. Today we are talking with guest, Taylor Shanks, about the newest way Farmers State Bank helps companies prevent check fraud with a new product called Positive Pay.

Phishing For Trouble: Exposing Digital Scams

Fraud is something that we take very seriously at the bank and one thing we continue to learn is that fraud isn't the same scam over and over again. As technology evolves, fraudsters take advantage of ways to trick people into giving them sensitive information they can sell or use for their own evil purposes like stealing your money. Fraudsters are very smart and are unfortunately better at using technology for bad rather than good. During today's podcast, we are going to be sharing 5 of our favorite fraud stories and ways to protect yourself against fraud.

Inside Electronic Banking

We all enjoy the fruits of the electronic banking department. We love the mobile app and the ability it gives us to take our bank account into the palm of our hands. We love that we can transfer money around the world. We love being able to confidently make a deposit and not concern ourselves as to whether the funds will automatically be applied to the correct bank account. What we don't realize is that it takes an entire team at a bank to make that all possible for us. In this episode we sit down with the head of our Electronic Banking Department, Troy Graham, to learn the ins and outs of the work they do to make sure our online banking and mobile app runs smoothly and securely.

How to Protect Yourself from Fraud

Did you know fraud happens all the time? Yes, even here in small town southern Illinois! Fraudsters in our area are becoming more and more bold in their efforts and in ways we've never seen before. When it comes to fraud, your community bank can become your greatest wall of defense against some of the examples we will share with you. We will be talking ways to build a relationship with your bank to ensure you'll never be caught in the midst of a fraudulent scandal. Whether it's fraud over the phone, in person, through a stolen check, or online, you'll get the best tips on how to best protect yourself and your finances.