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Identity theft rarely starts with a dramatic five‑figure charge or a drained bank account. More often, the first clue is a ...

WalletHub ranked Florida as the most vulnerable state to identity theft and fraud due to weak protections and high complaint ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Information theft is on the rise. Over 1.1 million people in the U.S. alone reported the crime to the Federal Trade Commission in 2022. When a thief opens accounts in your name or ...

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Many parents assume identity theft can only happen to adults with bank accounts and credit cards. When it comes to their ...

NEW YOTK (AP) — Information theft is on the rise. Over 1.1 million people in the U.S. alone reported the crime to the Federal Trade Commission in 2022. When a thief opens accounts in your name or ...

Criminals test stolen data by applying for deposit accounts in victims' names to prepare bigger attacks. Learn why banks won't share fraud details.

Despite increased awareness of the need to safeguard personal information, reported cases of identity theft continue to rise year after year. These statistics may lead you to wonder what, exactly, ...

Employment ID theft isn't the same as a fake job scam, but it can have a real negative impact on your life. Geoff Williams is a journalist and author. His byline has appeared in numerous publications, ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — A stolen phone can lead to more than just the cost of a replacement; it can open the door to identity theft and financial loss, experts warn. Thieves often target phones when they ...