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In the wake of the pandemic of 2020, the CARES Act represented a crucial financial lifeline for millions grappling with economic instability. However, this surge in government assistance also …
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Here at AFS arming banks and credit unions with the tools to investigate and prevent check fraud is the name of the game. Check fraud is a growing challenge for FIs, despite the modifications in …
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In today’s digital age, money isn’t just paper and coins; it’s ones and zeros flying across the Automated Clearing House (ACH) Network. If you’ve ever paid a bill or received a direct deposit, you’ve …
Check washing scams are experiencing a frightening resurgence. Across the country, fraudsters are stealing checks and altering them to steal large sums of money. The number of reported cases in 2022 …
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Looking back at fraud trends in 2022, we saw check fraud continue to be an issue. ACH and wire fraud have also seen an increase in the last year. Three key factors contributed to this growth: …
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More U.S. consumers than ever are swiping and tapping to check their bank account balance, to transfer money or deposit a check. The result has been a mobile banking boom. To keep up with demand, …
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