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  • The Politics Surrounding Debit Card Payments

    posted by Dan Kramer on Tuesday, October 22, 2024

    Election Day is quickly approaching. And the candidates aren't the only ones debating over issues and policies. Merchants and financial institutions are in their own debate over interchange with both groups lobbying lawmakers to further their agenda.

  • Four Ways to Protect Your Financial Institution from Online Threats

    posted by James Boyd on Tuesday, October 8, 2024

    Our lives are becoming increasingly digital. And that's true for how people interact with financial institutions. Digital transactions and mobile apps drive accountholder convenience and flexibility, but they also pose cybersecurity challenges. James Boyd, SHAZAM VP, Information Security, shares four ways to protect your financial institution and your accountholders from online threats.

  • Exploring AI Adoption in Financial Services

    posted on Wednesday, August 21, 2024

    From chatbots to self-driving vehicles, the possibilities of AI seem endless. This collective excitement is sparking curiosity about potential uses across many industries, including banking. Learn more in our latest blog.

  • Pig Butchering: An Apparent Mistake That Turns into Mayhem for Accountholders

    posted by Mike Burke on Thursday, June 20, 2024

    Pig butchering is a scam that initially looks innocent. But that first message is the start of a long con game designed to steal large amounts of money from unsuspecting people. SHAZAM Senior Robbery & Crisis Management Consultant Mike Burke explains how the scam works and how to stop it from happening.

  • How Fighting Fraud and Customer Service Go Hand in Hand

    posted on Wednesday, June 5, 2024

    Providing personalized service for accountholders is a staple of community financial institutions. These long-lasting relationships play a vital role in providing local banking services to consumers and businesses. And in the case for SHAZAM's VP, Marketing & Communications, quality customer service help exposed scammers who took over a family member's account.

  • Five Tips to Avoid Storm-Chaser Scams

    posted on Tuesday, May 21, 2024

    When severe weather strikes, storm-chasing scammers are looking to profit from unsuspecting homeowners. Learn how to spot a scam in our new blog.

  • How Community Financial Institutions are Powering Strong Communities

    posted by Paul Waltz on Thursday, April 18, 2024

    Powering strong communities is a principle our financial institutions live out every day. It's also a fitting theme to capsulate the unwavering commitment from community financial institutions in helping their accountholders achieve financial goals.

  • Market Watch: Understanding Bitcoin Halving and Its Potential Impact

    posted on Thursday, March 28, 2024

    The cryptocurrency market is abuzz with anticipation as another bitcoin halving event approaches. Bitcoin halving occurs approximately once every four years and has historically signaled a significant shift in the cryptocurrency market cycle.

  • Prevent Fraud From Breaking Your Cardholders' Spring Break Plans

    posted by Ryan Dutton on Wednesday, March 13, 2024

    Spring break is often a time for travel. The last thing cardholders want to worry about while they're away is a compromised debit card due to fraud. Here's what our SHAZAM fraud specialists are noticing and what financial institutions can do to protect their cardholders.

  • Spotting and Avoiding Romance Scams

    posted by Mike Burke on Wednesday, February 7, 2024

    Not everyone is looking for love when online dating. For scammers, they are hoping to swipe right for a payday. Here's how to keep from being broke and heartbroken.