Changes Affecting Coin Transactions at Austin Bank
Posted On: October 20, 2025 by Austin Bank in: General
To our valued customers:
We want to inform you about an important change affecting coin transactions at Austin Bank.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced the end of penny production, and the Federal Reserve has stopped fulfilling penny orders at several of their locations, including the two locations in Texas. As a result, our ability to provide pennies for coin orders and transactions is limited and will diminish over time.
Here are...
October 2025 - Star of the Month - Ramon Merkley
Posted On: October 14, 2025 by Austin Bank in: Star of the Month
Our Star for October has been a member of the Austin Bank team since 2009. For the last sixteen years, he has brought his unique charisma and genuine enthusiasm into the bank, brightening the days of those he works with along with the customers he helps. We are honored to introduce Ramon Merkley, Loan Assistant in our Longview Pine Tree office, as our October Star of the Month.
Ramon began his banking career as a teller in the bank’s Kilgore location. He moved...
Is AI masquerading as you?
Posted On: October 1, 2025 by Austin Bank in: fraud
What is AI?
Artificial Intelligence “AI” is the development of computer systems able to perform tasks that would normally require human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech, and translation.
Fraudsters are now using AI to target individuals and give the illusion they are speaking to someone they may know. Fraudsters can now manipulate voice cloning, phishing schemes, and deep fake scams.
What is Voice Cloning?
Voice cloning is taking...