Origin Bank Launches Interactive Fraud Prevention Simulators and Education Hub to Protect Against Fraud Attempts, Imposter Scams

Origin Bank announces the launch of its interactive online Fraud Prevention Simulators, designed to help consumers and businesses recognize and respond to common fraud attempts and imposter scams. The simulators leverage the latest technology and use natural-sounding voice prompts to mirror real-world scenarios and phishing attempts.

The new interactive tools are housed within Origin Bank’s recently enhanced Security Center, an online education hub containing resources and guidance on current fraud tactics and how to combat them. It also provides recommendations and steps victims of fraud can take to resolve fraud and limit losses.

With financial fraud schemes on the rise nationwide, Origin Bank is committed to empowering individuals with the knowledge they need to safeguard their private financial, personal and business information. Business fraud losses exceeded $534 billion in 2025 according to TransUnion’s H2 2025 Global Fraud Report, while the Federal Trade Commission reported consumer fraud losses topped $12.5 billion in 2024. In direct response, Origin Bank invested in expanding their online Security Center and developing their Fraud Prevention Simulations to help educate and protect against the growing threats.

“No one wants to fund fraudsters, and awareness is the first line of defense,” said Chief Operations Officer Debbie Williamson. “Whether you’re an Origin Bank customer or just want to learn how to protect yourself or your business, our Fraud Prevention Simulators offer immersive experiences to test your knowledge, spot red flags and stop fraud before it’s too late.”

How the Fraud Prevention Simulators Work

Origin’s interactive simulators leverage the latest technology to replicate real-world fraud scenarios using:

● Phishing attempt recreations

● Imposter scam voice prompts

● Text message fraud examples

● Online banking compromise scenarios

Each quiz takes just minutes to complete and delivers:

● Realistic, scenario-based fraud attempts modeled on current scam trends

● Immediate feedback on user responses

● Clear explanations of red flags and warning signs

● Practical tips to safeguard financial, personal and business information

The free tools are part of Origin’s ongoing commitment to financial education and proactive fraud prevention, providing individuals and businesses with hands-on practice to properly identify and respond to today’s most sophisticated scams and fraud tactics.

The interactive Fraud Prevention Simulators are free and accessible to everyone via their website at Origin.Bank/Security.

About Origin

Origin Bancorp, Inc. is a financial holding company headquartered in Ruston, Louisiana. Origin’s wholly owned bank subsidiary, Origin Bank, was founded in 1912 in Choudrant, Louisiana. Deeply rooted in Origin’s history is a culture committed to providing personalized relationship banking to businesses, municipalities, and personal clients to enrich the lives of the people in the communities it serves. Origin provides a broad range of financial services and currently operates more than 55 locations in Dallas/Fort Worth, East Texas, Houston, North Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and the Florida Panhandle. For more information, visit www.origin.bank. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.