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Springfield Unites to Shield Seniors & Veterans from Identity Theft
Springfield identity theft prevention is at the forefront of a new community-wide effort to protect the city’s most vulnerable residents. In Springfield, Massachusetts, where seniors and veterans have found themselves increasingly targeted by sophisticated scammers,...
Protect Yourself from Black Friday Scams and Holiday Shopping Identity Theft
Black Friday is coming and that means... SHOPPING! The excitement of finding amazing deals is in full swing. But, this also brings an increase in identity theft and fraud schemes. Cybercriminals are targeting you with scams designed to steal personal and financial...
Protecting Those Who Protect Us: Safeguarding Veterans Against Identity Theft
Veterans Day is a time to honor the men and women who served our country with courage and dedication. But as we celebrate their sacrifices, there’s a quieter battle that many veterans face back at home: identity theft. This hidden threat can disrupt lives, destroy...
Identity Theft Protection for Employees: A Halloween Warning
Halloween is almost here. While your employees might pick out costumes and masks, Identity Thieves also plan to disguise themselves. But unlike a Halloween costume, a stolen identity causes real damage, and the effects last long after the candy is gone. As HR...
Protect Yourself from Post-Hurricane Scams: How to Spot and Avoid Disaster Fraud After Hurricane Helene
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, communities are beginning the long and difficult task of recovery. Sadly, just as the waters recede, the damage is assessed and homes and lives are rebuilt, another wave of disaster is hitting the victims: post-hurricane scams....
Unmasking AI-Powered Scams: How to Protect Yourself from Deepfakes and Voice Cloning Fraud
As artificial intelligence (AI) technology explodes in capability and use, so do the tactics of cybercriminals. AI-powered scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, using this tech to create deepfakes and voice cloning to deceive individuals and organizations....