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Fraud & Security

Stay safe from scams with tips on fraud prevention, identity theft protection, security alerts, and handling unauthorized charges or lost/stolen cards.

Explore our comprehensive Fraud & Security resources to safeguard your financial well-being. From preventing identity theft to handling unauthorized charges, our articles offer practical tips and expert advice. Stay informed about the latest scams, learn how to freeze accounts, and discover effective credit card security measures. Dive into FAQs, research studies, and subtopics to enhance your financial safety and peace of mind.

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Explore Fraud & Security Subtopics and Resources

Explore the essential subtopics of Fraud & Security to safeguard your financial well-being. Learn about preventing scams, protecting your identity, handling unauthorized charges, and securing your cards to enhance your financial safety and peace of mind.

Monitoring

Track transactions for suspicious activity with fraud monitoring, alerts, and detection to protect your financial accounts from unauthorized access.

Studies

Explore valuable research that sheds light on fraud prevention and security. These studies provide insights into protecting your finances, highlighting strategies to combat identity theft, scams, and unauthorized charges, enhancing your financial safety.

Survey Finds 84% Concerned About Banking Cybersecurity

By: Jon McDonald 3/6/2025

From online-only banks to traditional brick-and-mortar locations, banking in America continues to evolve every day. CardRates recently surveyed more than... Read More »

85% of Online Shoppers Check Card Statements Often Due to Fraud Concerns

By: Jon McDonald 10/21/2024

At the click of a button, online shoppers can browse, purchase, and have items shipped straight to their door. It’s no surprise that online shopping is the... Read More »

Survey: 71% of U.S. Adults Suspect Scam Election Donation Requests

By: Jon McDonald 9/25/2024

Scammers have mastered the art of pretending to be people, businesses, charity organizations, and other typically trusted sources. With 2024 a U.S... Read More »

Survey: 43% of Americans Have Been Financial Abuse Victims

By: Jon McDonald 9/19/2024

Have you ever been a victim of financial abuse? It’s when someone you know assumes your identity or gains access to your personal information to steal... Read More »

Industry News

Stay updated on the latest in Fraud & Security industry news to understand regulatory changes, emerging trends, and market developments. Key insights into how companies tackle fraud can inform strategic decisions and enhance security measures.

Agentic AI Ignites Fraud Concerns for Card Industry

Agentic AI Ignites Fraud Concerns for Card Industry

Agentic artificial intelligence is bringing the future of commerce to consumers’ doors, but it... Read More »

Andrew Allen 11/28/2025

New Mastercard Tool Aims to Prevent Payment Fraud

New Mastercard Tool Aims to Prevent Payment Fraud

Mastercard unveiled a new program this week at the Money20/20 USA conference in Las Vegas that... Read More »

Andrew Allen 10/29/2025

Networks to Pay Nearly $200M to Settle Merchant Case

Networks to Pay Nearly $200M to Settle Merchant Case

Visa and Mastercard have agreed to settle merchant claims that the networks forced them to bear... Read More »

Andrew Allen 10/14/2025

ABA Campaigns Empower Issuers to Fight Fraud

ABA Campaigns Empower Issuers to Fight Fraud

The American Bankers Association (ABA) has announced a relaunch of two campaigns that intend to... Read More »

Andrew Allen 10/3/2025

The CFPB Ends Oversight of Apple, U.S. Bank Early

The CFPB Ends Oversight of Apple, U.S. Bank Early

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has stopped its plans to monitor Apple and U.S... Read More »

Andrew Allen 9/24/2025

FICO’s New AI Models Can Boost Issuer Fraud Detection

FICO’s New AI Models Can Boost Issuer Fraud Detection

Analytics-software provider FICO rolled out new models today to help credit card issuers and... Read More »

Andrew Allen 9/23/2025