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Fake Sellers Trap Shoppers Racing for Holiday Deals
Security & Fraud // November 28, 2025

Marketplace scams are emerging as one of the fastest growing threats facing holiday shoppers, taking advantage of consumers who are searching for deals and making rapid decisions during the busiest shopping stretch of the year. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Allstate Adds Scam Protection to Workplace Benefit Offerings
Security & Fraud // November 20, 2025

Allstate launched a new workplace benefit that reimburses employees who fall victim to cybercrime. 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...

Walmart Eyes R&A Data Acquisition for Marketplace Fraud
Acquisitions // November 19, 2025

Walmart is reportedly in talks to acquire R&A Data, a startup that already serves as a third-party vendor helping the retailer screen listings on its online marketplace for counterfeiting and other compliance issues. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

JPMorganChase to Host Educational Workshops to Help Consumers Avoid Scams
Fraud Prevention // November 17, 2025

JPMorganChase will host more than 20 free educational workshops across the United States this week to mark International Fraud Awareness Week. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Interviews & Exclusives
Risk Experts Tell Congress Banks Need to Unify Against Fraud

September 18, 2025
Fraudsters, aided by advanced technologies, pose a pervasive and escalating threat to the financial system, financial services and risk experts told lawmakers on Capitol Hill Thursday (Sept. 18). 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 […]

Scams Now Make Up 27% of US Banks’ Fraud Losses

September 02, 2025
Fraudsters are borrowing from growth marketers’ playbooks. They’re segmenting, personalizing and timing their outreach to lure more victims in less time. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Scammers Share of Banking Fraud Losses Doubles to 27%

July 29, 2025
The escalating sophistication of financial scams is forcing financial institutions to re-evaluate their defense strategies, as new research reveals that criminals are now mimicking legitimate business tactics to defraud consumers....

Block Stops $2 Billion in Cash App Fraud by Alerting Customers to Scams

June 26, 2025
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Quick Reads
EU Wants PSPs and Online Platforms to Cover Fraud Losses

November 28, 2025
The European Parliament and the European Council advanced rules that they said would provide consumers with greater protection from online fraud and hidden fees. 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 […]

Allstate Adds Scam Protection to Workplace Benefit Offerings

November 20, 2025
Allstate launched a new workplace benefit that reimburses employees who fall victim to cybercrime. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Walmart Eyes R&A Data Acquisition for Marketplace Fraud

November 19, 2025
Walmart is reportedly in talks to acquire R&A Data, a startup that already serves as a third-party vendor helping the retailer screen listings on its online marketplace for counterfeiting and...

JPMorganChase to Host Educational Workshops to Help Consumers Avoid Scams

November 17, 2025
JPMorganChase will host more than 20 free educational workshops across the United States this week to mark International Fraud Awareness Week. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...