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(Robert Orca) - Summary Scams are evolving fast, with deepfakes, phishing messages, and other AI-driven scams leading to billions in estimated losses. Social media and personal data are key tools for scammers—tighten your privacy settings and stay alert. Sharing emerging scam tactics with family an…
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(Ana Gutierrez) - The Rise of Fake Job Scams on College Campuses Last month we shared tips on financial tools for students returning to school. This month, in honor of National Cybersecurity Awareness month we turn to tips for protecting yourself against financial scams. College students across the…
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(Laurel Sykes) - Banks like ours dedicate a significant amount of time and energy to ensure our networks and services are resilient and always available. Financial institutions are regulated and have to adhere to standards most businesses don’t, and also participate in peer collaboration platforms…
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(Rechelle Ringer) - As we observe National Preparedness Month this month, we're reminded of the importance of planning ahead for life's unexpected moments. At American Riviera Bank®, we understand that planning for your family’s financial future includes ensuring your wealth transfers smoothly to…
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(Alyssa Shapiro) - American Riviera Bank is so excited to be hosting the American Bankers Association Lights, Camera, Save! video contest again this fall! This contest is a fun and creative opportunity for teens to use their imaginations and to educate themselves and others about the value of build…
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(Robert Orca) - Summary Learning to save early helps kids understand goal setting, patience, and the value of watching their money grow.Unlike most savings accounts, American Riviera Bank’s Kids Savings Account offers 10.00% Annual Percentage Yield (APY)1 on balances up to $500 for children under…
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(Heather Watters) - Financial fraud news is a daily occurrence, with a notable increase recently in impersonation and romance scams. Impersonation scams target both individual consumers and businesses alike and are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Business impersonation scams may leverage the…
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(American Riviera Bank) - As we move through 2025, we are excited to pause and celebrate the incredible team members who make American Riviera Bank special. The Employee WOW Awards highlight staff who consistently go above and beyond, making a real difference in our workplace and community. Recipie…
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(Rechelle Ringer) - Summary Counterfeit bills are circulating in the Central Coast: Local businesses, especially in tourist-heavy areas, are frequent targets for fake currency.Spot the signs of a fake bill: Learn to spot key security features like watermarks, color-shifting ink, and UV threads to…
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(American Riviera Bank) - Updated July 2025 We are issuing this warning to address the increasing prevalence of scams targeting our clients and to offer guidance and support to those who may have been affected. The FTC received fraud reports from 2.6 million consumers in 2024, nearly the same amoun…
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