From sophisticated skimming operations to “accidental” overcharges, your plastic can be compromised in ways you might not expect. Here’s how to protect yourself. ByChristopher Elliott, Senior ...

Every week, we help a reader with their consumer issue or personal finance dilemma in our Money Problem series. You can send ...

Forget RFID-blocking wallets. Cybersecurity pros reveal why real-time transaction monitoring is the only way to beat modern skimming rings at their own game. ByChristopher Elliott, Senior Contributor.

Some credit card issuers now approve applicants without a Social Security number. Instead, they accept an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, a passport or proof of income. That makes it easier ...

A credit card that you didn't apply for, opened in your name -- it's more common than you might think. And it can do real damage if you don't act quickly. When someone opens a credit card in your name ...

Florida leads the nation in credit card fraud, with nearly 25 out of every 100,000 residents filing reports. The state's large retirement-age population and status as a major tourist destination are ...

As consumers have more access to AI agents that can act on their behalf – including by making credit card purchases – it can make them more vulnerable to fraud and scams. When using AI assistants and ...

The federal regulator penalizes Canada's largest bank over missing credits on replacement cards, triggering $22.4 million in ...