Artificial Intelligence (AI) is to blame for the 900% increase in travel scams over in the past 18 months. According to Booking.com, scammers are using AI tools, like ChatGPT, to trick people into handing over their financial information. Using AI to mimic legitimate travel companies, such as Booking.com and Airbnb, scammers are sending convincing emails that include […]
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ATM Safety Tips
We may be living in a digital world, but ATMs remain a prime target for criminals. Whether they attempt to breach the machine through physical means or through malware, it’s important to keep you and your money safe. Here’s six tips to help you stay safe and your ATM transactions completely secure:Be aware of your surroundings, particularly […]
Ticketmaster Data Breach Affects 560 Million Customers
If you’ve ever used Ticketmaster, one of the largest online ticket sales platforms in the world, listen up! A hacking group claims it breached the ticketing giant and stole data from about 560 million users worldwide. This could lead to severe implications for the affected users such as potential identity theft, financial fraud and further cyber-attacks. The compromised […]
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Overdue Toll Charges? It’s a Scam!
Scammers are targeting drivers, especially those that travel on highways and toll roads to get where they need to go. It starts with a text message from a “tolling agency” about paying your balance with a link to pay “overdue toll charges” to avoid late fees. Don’t click the link! This is a common phishing scam which uses […]
Do’s and Don’ts Along the Homebuyer Journey
It’s tempting to begin making your new house a home or spend your new savings to fix your existing home – but don’t. While you wait to close on your home loan, it’s important to keep your finances stable. Here’s a few do’s and don’ts to help make your home buying journey as smooth and stress-free […]
‘Do Me a Favor’ Scams Increasing in Popularity
Receive a message from someone you know asking for a favor? You’ll want to think twice before going through with their request. How it works Scammers will contact you via text, email or social media, posing as a boss, colleague, friend or family member. They may start the conversation by asking “How are you doing?” or “Are you busy?” […]
Michelle Olivier Promoted to Regional Vice President at The Merrimack
Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) is pleased to announce the promotion of Michelle Olivier to Regional Vice President. In this position, Olivier will oversee retail operations for The Merrimack’s Western Region locations including Bow, Contoocook, and coming soon to Henniker. “Michelle is an important member of the retail management team and The Merrimack’s growth over the […]
Is Someone Demanding Payment in Cryptocurrency? It’s a Scam!
If you get a call from someone asking you to move or send money via cryptocurrency, it’s a scam! The scammer may scare you into thinking your money isn’t safe or a loved one is in trouble, but no matter the story, there’s never a legit reason for someone to send you to a cryptocurrency ATM, […]
The Merrimack Supports Our Heroes at the 22nd Annual Rock‘N Race
Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) is proud to rise to the challenge once again as presenting sponsor of the 22nd Annual Rock‘N Race to benefit Concord Hospital’s Payson Center for Cancer Care. This year, the iconic road race honors the heroes in our lives that have been affected by cancer. “This is a cause that’s close […]