GCSB News & Updates

Spotting Scams on Online Marketplaces

Online marketplaces and social media platforms make it easy to buy and sell items locally. From big buys like farm equipment and vehicles to smaller items like tools and household decor, these platforms have become a common way for people to connect with buyers and...

When You Trust a Scammer

One of the most common tactics used by scammers today is impersonation. Scammers pose as people or organizations you already know and trust, such as banks, government agencies, businesses, or even acquaintances or family members. These scams can arrive through phone...

Don’t Fall for Fake Tech Support

Most people rely on their computers and smartphones every day, which makes technology problems especially frustrating. Scammers take advantage of that frustration through tech support scams. It begins by claiming your device has a virus or security problem. These...

Fraud Friday: Student Loan Scams

Student loans are usually the last thing you want to think about. That’s why there are scams floating around that promise to take care of those student loans for you – for a price. Messaging in student loan scams can include: Management Help – Scammers offer help...

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Fraud Friday: AI Voice Scams

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more advanced every day, so do the scams that use it. One of the biggest schemes that relies on AI is voice cloning. Luckily, in this new age of AI, there is something uniquely human that you and your family can do to stay safe....

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Fraud Friday: Spoofing Scams

Many banks have recently reported an increase in spoofing attempts. Spoofing is a type of scam where criminals reach out to people under the guise of an individual or more often an organization, such as their financial institution.  Spoofing scams will appear to be...

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Fraud Friday: Investment Scams

At Guthrie County State Bank, we’re committed to helping our customers protect what they’ve earned, that includes their investments. This week’s Fraud Friday highlights a scheme that’s become all too common: “high-yield” investment scams. These scams often promise...

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Fraud Friday: Check Washing

Check washing is on the rise and costing people thousands of dollars. Here’s what you need to know about this scam, how to protect yourself, and what to do if it happens to you. What is Check Washing?Check washing is a form of fraud where scammers intercept checks in...

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