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Social Security Number Hack May Produce New Fraud Vector
Security & Fraud // August 18, 2024

Earlier this year, hackers stole the data of 2.9 billion people from a broker. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

FinCEN Warns Banks to Watch for Passport Card Fraud
Security & Fraud // April 15, 2024

Federal authorities are warning banks against the rising threat of passport card fraud. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

Rise of AI-Powered Deepfake Imposter Scams Threatens Individuals and Banks
Security & Fraud // August 22, 2023

Deepfake technology, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), is reportedly becoming a favored tool for criminals engaged in imposter scams, posing a significant threat to individuals and the banking industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Fraudsters’ Latest Target: Dead People
Fraud Prevention // April 25, 2019

Back in the golden olden days of print newspapers, bad guys would regularly read the obituaries, then craft a plan to break into houses and steal valuable items during the wake or funeral. But like most analog businesses, this criminal model has gone digital. Get...

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Fraudsters’ Latest Target: Dead People

April 25, 2019
Back in the golden olden days of print newspapers, bad guys would regularly read the obituaries, then craft a plan to break into houses and steal valuable items during the wake or funeral. But like most analog businesses, this criminal model has gone digital. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article […]

Quick Reads
Telegram’s Criminal Use Spotlighted After CEO’s Arrest

September 08, 2024
The recent arrest of Telegram’s CEO has put the platform’s criminal connections in the spotlight. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive […]

Social Security Number Hack May Produce New Fraud Vector

August 18, 2024
Earlier this year, hackers stole the data of 2.9 billion people from a broker. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

FinCEN Warns Banks to Watch for Passport Card Fraud

April 15, 2024
Federal authorities are warning banks against the rising threat of passport card fraud. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Rise of AI-Powered Deepfake Imposter Scams Threatens Individuals and Banks

August 22, 2023
Deepfake technology, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), is reportedly becoming a favored tool for criminals engaged in imposter scams, posing a significant threat to individuals and the banking industry. Get...