It is a scam with a somewhat Hollywood plot reminiscent of Ocean’s 11. One District resident said she got a call from her credit card company about fraudulent purchases, but they were in fact the ...

With digital fraud so commonplace it's important that you learn the tricks to protect yourself online. Here's some tips for ...

Losses from fraud have increased by nearly fivefold to $15.9 billion since 2020, according to Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ...

Americans lost $12.5 billion to credit card fraud in 2024, a 25 percent increase from the previous year, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Even so, credit cards are one of the safest ways to ...

Hundreds of consumers have complained to the CFPB about a credit card for rental payments called Bilt. But the agency has been prohibited from responding.

If you’ve ever spotted a suspicious charge on your debit or credit card, you’re not alone. How your bank or card issuer handles credit card fraud disputes has a bigger impact than you might think. It ...

Ghost tapping scams use small contactless charges to test stolen card details, the BBB warns. Learn to spot unauthorized NFC charges before fraud spreads.

Whether a debit card vs. credit card is a better choice depends on your financial situation and how you manage your money.

WASHINGTON (7News) — With holiday shopping season in full swing, D.C. Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb is issuing an alert warning residents to be on alert for gift card scams. The Office of the ...

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 ...