NLB Blog

Many companies will offer identity fraud and theft protection services to customers who have had their data compromised in a breach, but relatively few provide it as a benefit to their employees—just 25 percent as of 2019. This approach ends up costing businesses in the long run, according to CyberScout founder and chairman Adam Levin. “If you don’t subscribe to an identity theft resolution service or lack a plan of action before you suffer a personal compromise, you will need to spend more time and more money than you are probably prepared to spend,” said Levin

The economic contraction caused by the Covid-19 pandemic makes it harder than ever for companies to take on additional expenses. Faced with closure, many businesses are cutting benefits and salaries. While it may seem counter-intuitive, now is a very good time for small and medium sized businesses to consider providing their remaining employees with a wider array of employee benefits—specifically cyber and identity protection. 

Not only have fraudsters been targeting individuals throughout the pandemic they have also been targeting businesses. We would like to share the specific tactics we have seen fraudsters use to target businesses.

Over the past few months, criminals have developed a new set of fraud schemes in an attempt to profit off the pandemic crisis. We want to share some of the specific tactics we have seen to help you spot the signs of pandemic-related fraud. At NebraskaLand Bank, we take protecting your personal information very seriously. We are committed to providing you with the tools, tips and resources you need to keep your information safe and secure.