Commercial Insights
Be on the lookout for vishing scams! Vishing is a form of phishing in which scammers impersonate bank representatives over the phone. Their goal is to obtain personal and banking information – and they can be very convincing.
Investment scams are fraudulent schemes designed to steal money from investors.
The Texas Capital Fraud Investigations team has recently seen a rise in Business Email Compromises (BEC) targeting and affecting our business clients. We have provided the information below to increase awareness and share actions to take if you suspect your business has been targeted.
Between January 2021 and June 2023, social media scams accounted for $2.7 billion in losses, according to the Federal Trade Commission.1
Elder Financial Exploitation (EFE) involves the misappropriation of seniors’ money, property or financial resources for someone else’s gain.
Synthetic identity fraud, also known as SIF, has become the fastest growing financial crime in the United States and is a major concern for businesses and consumers alike.
Check fraud remains a threat, despite the rise of digital payments. In 2023, the Federal Trade Commission reported that 3.6 million reports of fraud and ID theft were received with a fraud loss totaling approximately $10 billion.
Students can be targets for scams that prey on their desire for convenience, financial anxieties, and limited experience.
By arming yourself with knowledge, you can navigate your upcoming summer travel plans with confidence and avoid falling victim to these common travel and rental schemes.