Identity theft is as pervasive as ever. The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Fraud and ID Theft Maps shows 748,555 reports of ID theft in the first half of 2025 — that’s nearly 200,000 more reports ...

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Data breaches have exposed the personal data of hundreds of millions of people and put them at risk for identity theft. Identity theft services can be convenient, but they don’t prevent fraud from ...

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

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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 ...

People are now taking more steps to avoid identity theft after reports of the crime jumped in 2024. More people say they are taking actions such as freezing credit, using a password manager and paying ...

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

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, ...