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...
Protecting Gen Z from Fraud
Posted On: September 1, 2025 by Austin Bank in: fraud
As a new generation is entering into the workforce or continuing their education, stay up to date on ways to keep your financial and personal information safe and secure as well as avoiding common scams targeting the Gen Z generation.
How to keep your financial and personal information safe and secure:
Be wary of ads on social media. Some scammers take out social media ads with deals that seem too good to be true (they are). Everyone, not just young adults,...Be Aware of Fraud Attempts against those who had PPP Loans
Posted On: August 21, 2025 by Austin Bank in: fraud, Fraud Alert
We have been made aware of scam attempts being perpetrated against businesses that obtained Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans during the COVID epidemic. Five years ago, these loans helped to cover critical expenses like payroll, rent, and utilities. At that time, banks warned Federal officials that publicly releasing the lists of PPP recipients (which included bank names, borrower details, and loan amounts) could be a treasure trove of data for criminals.
Now, that...