What is Godfather?Cybercriminals are getting smarter, and a new malware called Godfather is targeting banking apps with alarming precision. This sophisticated trojan disguises itself as a trusted app — often a perfect copy of your actual banking app — and silently steals login credentials, intercepts two-factor authentication codes, and drains accounts. How It Works:GodFather often spreads through […]
The First National Bank of Central Texas is excited to introduce a fun and meaningful way to support local schools this back-to-school season. From July 21 through August 29, for every new checking account opened, the bank will donate $25 to the education foundation of the local school district where the account is opened. “This initiative is a […]
As summer travel heats up, we want to share key tips to help travelers protect their financesand enjoy peace of mind on the go. From budgeting for the unexpected to securing your financialinformation, a little preparation can go a long way in making travel experiences safe and stress-free. Financial Travel Tips:
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The First National Bank of Central Texas is proud to offer business debit cards for its commercial customers. They are FREE and we can get them made for you in no time at all at any of our 7 locations. Business owners, officer managers, or anyone who helps run a business will love these cards for […]
We’re excited to announce that our core banking system is getting an upgrade. This upgrade is happening on Friday, September 15. The upgrade will allow us to continue to provide you with safe, secure products and services all while utilizing the newest technology. Most of this conversion will happen behind the scenes. However, there will be […]
A scammer can contact you requesting payment via Zelle.® This method allows money to be sent quickly, and the funds are often hard to trace and recover. We have come up with a few things to remember before you send out your money. Never send money using Zelle.® to: Also, it’s important to remember that Zelle is used […]
Scammers are constantly finding new ways to steal your money. You can protect yourself by knowing what to look out for. Here are some of the most common types of fraud and scams. Learn what to watch for and what steps to take to keep yourself, your loved ones, and your money safe. Charity scams […]
Last year, people reported almost half a million business and government imposter scams directly to the FTC. These reports reveal three trends: And these are the five most common imposter scams people described: If you spot a scam, or something you think is a scam, tell the FTC: ReportFraud.ftc.gov.
Sometimes things are just too good to be true. That certainly applies to the hundreds of scammers out there who will try to lure you in with the promise of a prize. Below is a great article on the topic from the Federal Trade Commission. You’ve just won $5,000! Or $5 million. Or maybe it’s a […]