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Safety First: Grandparent Financial Scams

16 April in Safety First by Cassandra Nadler

Scammers are continuously devising new methods to target potential victims. Recently, there has been a surge in Grandparent Scams. In these scams, the fraudsters exploit the bond between grandparents and their grandchildren to gain access to personal information. They may pose as the distressed grandkid,...

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First New York Announces Merger with Mohawk Progressive FCU

21 March in Publications by Cassandra Nadler

First New York Federal Credit Union announced today that it will merge with Mohawk Progressive Federal Credit Union, based in Schenectady, New York. Mohawk Progressive Federal Credit Union will be integrated into First New York....

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New Features for Mobile Check Deposit on the Mobile App

05 March in Member Education by Cassandra Nadler

March 27th UPDATE: This feature requires updating your app to version 2024.01.00.1. Check if your app is up to date by clicking the button below based on what type of phone you have. Tap here for apple phone Tap Here for Android Phone First New York's mobile app...

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Safety First: Avoiding a Scam

04 March in Safety First by Cassandra Nadler

.stk-ded0810{margin-bottom:0px !important}In today's digital world, it is crucial to recognize the warning signs of a scam and the ways to avoid being scammed before it is too late. Here are four red flags to look for when you may be dealing with a potential scammer: Impersonation:...

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Updated Look Coming to Mobile and Online Banking

22 February in Member Education by Cassandra Nadler

First New York is happy to announce that First Online and our Mobile app are getting an upgrade! Starting on February 27th, you will notice visual enhancements as well as new functionalities to better your digital banking experience. Let's break down all the new elements...

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Safety First: What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?

25 January in Safety First by Cassandra Nadler

Multi-Factor Authentication (sometimes called MFA), is a powerful way to keep your accounts secure. Think of it like an extra lock on the digital doors to your accounts. Multi-factor authentication requires a user to provide a combination of two or more credentials to verify their...

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Safety First: What is Phishing?

18 January in Safety First by Cassandra Nadler

.stk-e8078a1{height:23px !important} Phishing occurs when a scammer sends emails or text messages impersonating another person or company to try to steal your personal information (passwords, account numbers, Social Security numbers, etc.). Sharing your personal information with this scammer could give them access to your email, bank,...

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