The Dangers of AI Art and Deepfakes

AI art is generated using billions of images and examples of art. When you enter a prompt, the AI art generator builds an image for you by combining many of these examples into a single image. Deepfake technology is similar, but it involves manipulating real photographs and videos of people and places. This technology can make it look like a person did or said something that they never did. Both of these technologies can be used in a harmless way, but cybercriminals have learned to use them maliciously. Continue reading →

DVSAS Brings Services and Support to the Vulnerable

When people help each other and support those who are in need or vulnerable, a community can become unbreakable. Long-time sponsor and advocate, Bank of the Pacific has partnered with DVSAS in Whatcom County to help further the organization’s mission. Continue reading →

Quarterly Economic Newsletter – Q3

The 2024 Q3 Economic Newsletter, written by Dr. Bill Conerly, a business economist and Forbes senior contributor, is available now! Continue reading →

Bank of the Pacific’s New Team and New Location in Lake Oswego Specialize in Commercial Banking with a Personal Touch

Banking has gone through significant changes in recent decades with innovations in technology and the advent of online banking. Many people and business owners bank entirely online these days, and most cannot identify a banker at their financial institution by name. What is more, many banks have centralized in big cities, leaving small communities behind. Bank of the Pacific is an exception. Continue reading →

Celebrating the Partnership Between Bank of the Pacific and the Hands On Children’s Museum

Like the Hands On Children’s Museum, Bank of the Pacific has a longstanding commitment to its hometown neighbors. They work around the clock to benefit the families and businesses they serve. Both organizations focus on education, family support and working together to keep Western Washington strong. Continue reading →

Bank of the Pacific Marks Another Year as Grandstand Entertainment Sponsor of the Northwest Washington Fair

This year’s fair — held August 8 to 17 at Lynden’s Northwest Washington Fair & Event Center — features yet another diverse array of grandstand entertainment sponsored by Bank of the Pacific. Continue reading →

Bank of the Pacific’s Early Support Helped Ensure the Future of the New Willapa Center in Raymond

Many may remember the grim event in December 1998 that left 85 people without a home and with no possessions. When the Willapa Hotel in Raymond burned down, the one silver lining was that every resident was accounted for. The Willapa Community Development Association took ownership of the property after the tragedy, with a plan to replace what the community had lost. Twenty-six years later, the Willapa Center’s grand opening brought something good out of the ashes. Continue reading →

NeighborWorks Gets Grays Harbor Residents Into Housing With Help From Bank of the Pacific

Thanks to loyal supporters like Bank of the Pacific, local nonprofit NeighborWorks of Grays Harbor works hard to help residents find a home of their own. Continue reading →

Protecting Vulnerable Adults from Scams

Elder abuse refers to an intentional or negligent act by any person that causes harm or a serious risk of harm to an older adult. The trauma of elder abuse can result in premature death, the deterioration of physical and psychological health, destruction of social and familial ties, devastating financial loss, and more. Continue reading →

A1 Welding’s Next Chapter Takes Shape With Funding From Bank of the Pacific

For 40 years, A-1 Welding Incorporated has specialized in high-quality custom metal fabrication from its home in Bellingham’s Irongate Industrial Park. Last Year, A1 and its 22,000 square feet of workspace underwent a substantial change: new owners. Continue reading →