Fraud & Security

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5 Steps to Take After Being Hacked

So, you’ve been hacked! Welcome to the 21st century, when it seems like this happens to us all. Follow these 5 steps to help repair damage done by hackers. Continue reading →
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4 Scams to Watch Out for This Black Friday

Thanks to supply chain issues, Black Friday will be a little different this year, but the scammers will still be around every corner. Find out how to spot them and steer clear. Stay Safe and Happy Holidays! Continue reading →
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Helpful Hints for Debit Cards

Advice From the ATFCU Card Processing Team Did you know that the ATFCU card processing team works right here in Abilene?  At the Antilley Road branch, to be exact.  This hard-working group manages the tasks associated with more than 47,000 debit and credit cards.  When you have a card question, you will speak directly to one of these experienced team … Continue reading →
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Online Romance or Heartbreaking Scam?

On September 10, 2024 the New York Times ran an article* about romance scams.  It described a ‘fraud farm’ in Southeast Asia that is set up for industrial-scale spamming and is controlled by an organized Chinese crime ring.  For 17 hours a day each fraudster trolls dating apps for fresh victims and celebrates loudly when someone is duped into sending … Continue reading →