The holiday season is a time for joy, giving, and unfortunately, an uptick in fraudulent activities. One prevalent threat that has been on the rise is gift card scams.

After a great beach day, you return to your car only to find your window smashed and your bag stolen. Not ideal. You then remember that your wallet or purse was in the bag. Even worse. Whoever has taken the bag now has your ID, credit and debit card info. Unfortunate doesn’t even begin to cover it.

At Central Pacific Bank, your financial security is one of our top priorities. With the rise of phishing scams in Hawaii, it's more important than ever to be vigilant and informed about the various scams that could threaten your hard-earned money.

In today's digital age, check fraud continues to be a major issue for individuals and businesses alike. With check fraud on the rise, it’s important to understand how criminals commit this type of crime and what you can do to protect your finances.

As the world increasingly moves towards a digital landscape, it is becoming more important for individuals to take extra precautions when it comes to protecting their personal information.

It's important for customers to be aware of the dangers associated with check fraud. According to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Netowork, check fraud reporting has significantly increased in the last three years.