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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.

Balancing Privacy and Targeted Ads: How the DAA Helps Both Sides

By: Mike Randall 12/19/2017

The internet has become our default tool for gathering information, maintaining social relationships, consuming entertainment, and for many of us, it’s... 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.

Why So Many Cardholders Become Repeat Fraud Victims

Why So Many Cardholders Become Repeat Fraud Victims

When it comes to credit card fraud, the numbers are startling. Sixty-one percent of U.S. credit... Read More »

Lucy Lazarony 6/17/2026

Opinion: AI Is Making Card Fraud More Difficult to Stop

Opinion: AI Is Making Card Fraud More Difficult to Stop

Artificial intelligence has moved out of the pilot phase in the finance space and is now deep... Read More »

Erica Sandberg 5/26/2026

This Week in Credit Cards: Building Trust in AI Commerce

This Week in Credit Cards: Building Trust in AI Commerce

American Express took great strides this week to bring security and transparency to agentic... Read More »

Andrew Allen 4/17/2026

Chargebacks Are Rising Fast, and AI May Be Fueling It

Chargebacks Are Rising Fast, and AI May Be Fueling It

The number of chargebacks around the world has been steadily rising in recent years, and those... Read More »

Andrew Allen 4/14/2026

Fraud Losses Jump Fivefold, Pressuring Card Issuers

Fraud Losses Jump Fivefold, Pressuring Card Issuers

Losses from fraud have increased by nearly fivefold to $15.9 billion since 2020, according to... Read More »

Eric Bank 3/30/2026

Fraudsters Use Generative AI to Bypass Bank Onboarding

Fraudsters Use Generative AI to Bypass Bank Onboarding

A new fraud intelligence report indicates that fraudsters are using generative AI to bypass the... Read More »

Eric Bank 3/18/2026