How to protect yourself from scams and fraud
Common scams to be aware of Keeping your money safe and secure is one of our top priorities — and we want to help make it one of yours too.…
Beware of Facebook Marketplace scams: how to protect yourself
Facebook Marketplace has become a popular platform for buying and selling everything from furniture to electronics. However, its popularity has also attracted scammers looking to exploit unsuspecting users. Understanding the…
Preventing fraud: what Coast Capital will never request from you
In today’s digital age, financial security is more important than ever. As technology advances, so do the tactics of cybercriminals. Imagine receiving an urgent email from your bank asking for…
AI deepfakes: a new breed of scam.
Cybersecurity is a technological arms race, with cybercriminals and security experts constantly striving to gain the upper hand. With the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI), scammers have a new weapon…
How to protect yourself from “spoofing.”
“Spoofing” websites is common practice for fraudsters – the fraudster creates a fake website that looks like the real thing, and then collects your credentials. Coast Capital monitors for these…
How to protect yourself against phishing.
Protecting yourself from fraud is always a priority, but because October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, now seems like a great opportunity to brush up on your fraud-prevention skills. Here are…
Cyber security during COVID-19 | Global Morning News
As more communication has moved online during the pandemic, it’s brought about more opportunities for cyber criminals to defraud people. Joining us to talk about cyber security is Jas Dhillon…
How to protect yourself online
The internet is a part of most peoples’ daily lives now. Shopping, banking, networking – you name it, we do it online. It’s also a point of weakness for fraudsters…
Protecting yourself on your phone
We get it – your phone is your life line. We like our phones just as much as the next person, but it’s important to make sure you’re using it…
Most popular in Staying Secure
Three things you can do to protect yourself against wire fraud
You may think it could never happen to you. You know you need to shield your PIN when you use your debit card and you make sure to regularly change…
Ultimate Guide | How to manage your business’s cash flow.
As a small business owner, you’re managing cash coming in and out of your business everyday. From the smallest transaction to your monthly storefront rent payment, you need to have…
How to turn your hobby into a side hustle
Do you have a hobby outside of your regular 9-to-5 that you’re passionate about? Or do you just need some extra cash and have a skillset you can utilize? Well, the…
