by Ross Bentzler | Feb 11, 2025 | Digital
February 11 marks Safer Internet Day, a global campaign aimed at promoting the safe and responsible use of technology, particularly among children and young people. In today’s hyper-connected world, it’s more crucial than ever to equip ourselves with the...
by Ross Bentzler | Jan 29, 2025 | Bank News
Travel notices no longer required Starting February 11, 2025, Alpine Bank will no longer require travel notices be placed on debit or credit cards. Fraud detection technology has advanced and now has the capability to recognize your travel, based on spending...
by Ross Bentzler | Jan 29, 2025 | Digital
Protect yourself in 2025 Scammers are ramping up their efforts in 2025 to exploit the season’s goodwill and New Year’s resolutions. These scams often target people’s desire for fresh starts, financial planning or holiday generosity. Here are some common scams to...
by Ross Bentzler | Dec 13, 2024 | Digital
Avoid these common travel scams Traveling can be stressful, but travel scams can ruin your vacation experience. Here are some common scams to keep an eye out for and some guidelines to protect yourself the next time you travel. The “Bump and Grab” How it works: A...
by Ross Bentzler | Nov 19, 2024 | Digital
‘Tis the season for scams Fraudsters love the holidays because it’s their big opportunity to exploit the surge in shopping, travel, and online activity with various scams, including fake online stores, phishing emails, fraudulent charity appeals, and package...
