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Did you know - 

• The average cost of a data breach for a US company in 2019 was $8.19 million? That's an increase of 130% since 2006!
• 7-10% of the U.S. population are victims of identity fraud each year, and 21% of those experience multiple incidents of identity fraud.

Tax season is primetime for online scams. The National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) and the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) have once again joined forces to help consumers keep safe during tax season with tips for identifying cyber scams, actionable online safety steps and what to do if you fall victim to tax identity theft.

In a world where we are constantly connected, cybersecurity cannot be limited to the home or office. When
you’re traveling— whether domestic or international—it is always important to practice safe online behavior and
take proactive steps to secure Internet-enabled devices.

Fake news is a false narrative that is published and promoted as if it were true.

#BeCyberSmart when sharing personal information online to reduce the risk of becoming a cybercrimes victim.

From the top leadership to the newest employee, cybersecurity requires the vigilance of everyone to keep data, customers, and capital safe and secure. 

Kids' lives are online more than ever, from socializing with friends and interacting with family to online learning and education. As parents we want to make sure they do so in a safe and secure manner.

With so many of us now working from home, you are most likely finding yourself remotely connecting with your co-workers using virtual conferencing solutions like Zoom, Slack, or Microsoft Teams. Your family members - perhaps even your children – may also be using these same technologies to connect with friends or for remote learning. Regardless of why you are connecting, here are key steps you can take to make the most of these technologies safely and securely.

There will always be scams, particularly those targeted at seniors. This month’s newsletter identifies some  common scams and some tips to help you take control of the situation and stay safe and stay in control.

In today's world we are more connected than ever — not only to each other, but to our devices. For example, people now have the ability to open and close their garage doors and even start their cars directly from their phones. But what information do we put at risk when we do all of these amazing things?

Securing Internet of Things (IoT) devices and keeping personally identifiable information (PII) safe and secure these days is of the utmost importance.

The thought of a longer home quarantine with very bored children can send you into a tizzy!  With that being said, here are 21 fun things to do in the house that aren’t boring!

Today, as so many of us are working, connecting, or learning from home, we have to pay more attention to creating a strong cyber secure home. 

Peoples State Bank is enhancing our security regarding electronic, external transfers including a limit of $2,500 per transaction.

Do you notice (and maybe even occasionally get annoyed at) the "software update" messages that you frequently receive from your device?  Do you allow those updates to run? Or do you select "not now"? 

As the state of Kansas begins its phased reopening, the use of our branch lobbies are available to you once again.