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Facebook, with its more than 3 billion users, is a prime target for scammers looking to trick people into sending money or sharing sensitive information. Understanding these scams and knowing how to protect yourself can help reduce your risk of becoming a victim. Here’s what to know about the most common Facebook scams and how to avoid them. https://lnkd.in/eqjzHAXJ #scams #scamalert #fraudprevention

Catch Carefull on stage next week at Fintech Meetup Fraud schemes are getting more sophisticated, leveraging real-time payments (RTP), FedNow, and peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions to exploit financial systems faster than ever before. With the rise of coercion-based scams and authorized push payment (APP) fraud, how can financial services build lasting defenses? Join Todd Rovak, Yinglian Xie, Michael Tsung, Jenna Kaye-Kauderer, and Dwayne Gefferie to learn how AI-driven fraud detection, industry collaboration, and smarter consumer education can safeguard both institutions and individuals. 📅 March 13 | 9:30 AM PT | Track 1 | Fintech Meetup Let’s connect at Fintech Meetup to discuss how Carefull is helping FIs take a proactive stance against fraud, scams and money mistakes. #FintechMeetup #FraudPrevention #FinancialSecurity #Carefull

When American Banker jumps on a story, you know it’s an urgent topic. Fraud, scams, and financial mistakes are draining billions from older adults and financial institutions are feeling the pressure to step up to help. That’s why Synovus is taking action with Carefull, offering a new layer of protection for their clients. This isn’t just about fraud prevention—it’s about strengthening trust, deepening relationships, and ensuring financial security for families. The industry is taking notice, and fast. A big thank you to Carter Pape and American Banker for highlighting this critical issue. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dw3cMqxc #carefull #synovus #elderfraud

Tell Us About Your Parents. 🛋️ At some point, we’ve all had that conversation. The one where a parent, grandparent, or older loved one shares a story that makes your heart drop—a scam they fell for, a financial mistake they didn’t catch, or money that disappeared to fraud. These moments are personal. They’re emotional. And for credit unions, they’re a call to action. At GAC, we’re creating space for these conversations because the best way to protect members is to talk about the real threats they are facing and how credit unions can protect them. 📍 Stop by to: ✔️ Share your story (we know you have one) ✔️ Learn how to protect members from fraud and scams ✔️ See how financial safety is becoming the new CU differentiator So, let’s talk about your parents. Let’s talk about your members. And let’s talk about what credit unions can do next. Come find us at Booth #1432, we’ll have the tissues ready. #GAC2025 #CreditUnions #FinancialSafety #FraudPrevention #LetsTalkAboutYourParents #ProtectYourMembers

We’re excited to announce Synovus is tackling the rising epidemic of financial exploitation by offering Carefull to proactively detect and resolve risks for clients and their family members. “Our business is built on trusted relationships with clients, so we want to be the first line of defense in protecting them from fraud and scams while strengthening our multigenerational banking relationships. Carefull allows Synovus and our clients to stay ahead of fraud and reinforces our commitment to delivering value for our clients.” ~ Liz Wolverton, executive vice president, head of consumer banking and brand experience at Synovus. Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/gkKbBzUH #synovus #carefull

Carefull has been selected as a Fintech Demo Drop finalist at Future Proof Citywide! We’re honored to be recognized for protecting older adults from financial fraud, scams, and mistakes while empowering families with smarter financial tools. Catch our demo at Future Proof and read the full release here: https://lnkd.in/eHpKCYYD #FintechDemoDrop #FutureProof #Carefull

Today, on National Caregivers Day, we take a moment to appreciate the incredible individuals who dedicate their time, energy, and love to caring for aging parents and loved ones. Caring for an aging parent is challenging enough, managing their finances can add additional layers of stress. Our "Taking Over Your Elderly Parent’s Finances Checklist" provides practical, step-by-step guidance to make this transition smoother and safer. Use it yourself or pass it along to your clients: https://lnkd.in/gfJ5EG2v Let’s celebrate caregivers today, and every day.💜 #NationalCaregiversDay #CaregiverSupport #FinancialCaregiving #ElderCare #FamilyFinance

Fraud prevention isn’t just about security—it’s about trust. As Paul Gentile, President and CEO of Merck Employees Federal Credit Union (MEFCU), put it: "Building trust is at the heart of credit union operations, and our members expect us to act in their best interests. By integrating advanced fraud protections and ensuring members have access to real-time alerts and monitoring, we reinforce that trust." That’s exactly why MEFCU is partnering with Carefull—to give members the tools they need to stay ahead of scams and protect their money. When financial institutions take a proactive approach, they’re not just preventing fraud—they’re strengthening relationships. Read more from Paul in today's CUInsight.com article:  https://lnkd.in/gKZe7nmg #FraudPrevention #CreditUnions

As fraud reaches unprecedented levels, Merck Employees Federal Credit Union (MEFCU) is taking action to enhance member experience and security by offering Carefull’s unique suite of proactive account monitoring, identity protection, and issue resolution services to all members, their parents, and even next-generation caregivers. “Fraud continues to grow and it’s only getting worse. We need to protect our members now from these increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes.” Paul Gentile, President of MEFCU. Read the full press release here to learn how credit unions can protect their members: https://lnkd.in/g7EuT6zz #elderfraud #carefull

Valentine's Day is a time of love. However, it’s also an opportunity for scammers to take advantage of people who are celebrating this romantic holiday.  Whether you're looking for the perfect gift, planning a special date, or connecting with someone new, you should be on the lookout for these four common Valentine's Day scams. https://lnkd.in/gdTJ_SY3 #scams #scamalert