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  • Educate employees on risky behavior

    posted on Friday, January 31, 2025

    In any given workplace, it's common to see sticky notes containing reminders or bits of important information the employee needs to remember. In a financial institution, these notes can result in a serious breach of security. Here are a few important steps financial institutions can put into practice in an effort to protect sensitive information.

  • How financial institutions can take control of their data

    posted by James Boyd on Tuesday, January 28, 2025

    Financial institutions are treasure troves of data. And with it comes a security and compliance obligation to make sure this data stays in the right hands. SHAZAM VP, Information Security James Boyd explains how your financial institution can take control of your data with a few repeatable behaviors.

  • The Five Scams of Christmas

    posted by Mike Burke on Thursday, December 12, 2024

    Scammers don't take a Christmas vacation. In fact, they are working overtime to give people a blue Christmas. Keep your spirits bright by learning about the five scams of Christmas and how to avoid them.

  • Five Ways Cardholders Can Help Combat Debit Card Fraud

    posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2024

    Financial institutions are steadily increasing their resources to assist in the fight against fraud. While many tools and services are created to mitigate fraud, cardholders can also be on the lookout for fraudulent activity. Here are some simple tips to share with cardholders so they can proactively monitor their accounts and help protect themselves against fraud.

  • Love at first sight or scam?

    posted by Mike Burke on Thursday, November 7, 2024

    As colder weather approaches, the desire for companionship grows. Many single people turn to dating apps to look for love, while scammers are looking to cash in. SHAZAM Senior Robbery & Crisis Management Consultant Mike Burke highlights a simple way to check whether an accountholder's online crush could crush them financially.

  • Boost Your Bottom Line With Net Interchange Revenue

    posted on Friday, November 1, 2024

    When considering which networks to partner with, gross interchange should not be your only deciding factor. Learn how SHAZAM ensures your financial institution receives the best net interchange on purchases made by your cardholders.

  • 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.