Dangers of Data Breaches
What to Do If You Are a Victim of a Data Breach
Data breaches are the internet’s equivalent to natural disasters: everyone is at risk but no one suspects it will happen to them.
3D Secure: How to Make Online Shopping Even Safer
How MasterCard SecureCode and Verified by Visa Help Prevent Fraud
Consumers rely heavily on ecommerce despite the increased risk of criminal fraud and cybercrime. In an attempt to bridge the gap and make our favorite shopping experience safer, many consumers implement the best online security technologies available. If you haven’t already considered 3D Secure, now’s the time to start using this advanced protection.
International Travelers: Decline Dynamic Currency Conversion
Everything You Need to Know about Dynamic Currency Conversion
International travel is expensive. Most of us try to cut corners any way we can. That’s why you absolutely must decline dynamic currency conversion services any time they’re offered for your credit card purchases.
EMV Credit Cards: 12 FAQs You Need Answered
Everything You Need to Know about EMV Cards
Big changes are happening in the world of credit cards. Are you ready? Do you have an EMV credit card and know how it will affect your shopping habits?
Your Credit Card Information isn’t as Safe as You Thought
Will Your Credit Card Information Be Compromised?
Massive data breaches that compromise sensitive cardholder information happen more often than we’d like to admit. Since these major hacks are so common, we assume those in possession of our credit card information guard it carefully.
6 Reasons the Bank Might Cancel Your Credit Card
Will Your Credit Card Account be Closed?
Many consumers have become dependent on credit cards; we can’t usually function without them. However, it is important to remember credit card ownership is a privilege, not a right. And a bank can cancel your credit card account at any time.
How E-Filing Increases Tax Fraud
Tax Fraud is Linked to E-Filing
Tax season brings with it more than just forms and returns. It also bring a major increase in identity theft and tax fraud.
12 Ways Scammers Steal Credit Card Information
Scammers Steal Credit Card Information and Cardholders are Victimized
In the digital age, the face of business – including illicit business – has changed dramatically. In bygone days, fraudsters would snatch purses and pilfer through trash to find carbon copies of credit cards on discarded receipts. While those tactics have not entirely disappeared, scam artists have become more skilled and adapted their craft to the digital age.
Cyber Monday Scams
Avoid Cyber Monday Scams
Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, has long been a tradition. Cyber Monday, the Monday after Thanksgiving, is the rapidly growing counterpart to Black Friday.
Gift Card Fraud
Be Aware of Gift Card Fraud
Owing to their versatility, gift cards are one of the most popular gifts given during the holidays. In fact, consumers spend over $25 billion on gift cards during the holiday shopping season alone.
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