Identity theft is when someone steals your personal information and uses it without your permission to commit fraud, such as making an unauthorized purchase or getting credit in your name. Personal information includes things like your name and address, Social Security number, bank account number, credit card number or driver’s license number. Identity theft is…

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We trust digital services with everything: storing our memories, monitoring our health, and accessing our finances. But now that various apps, marketplaces, and streaming platforms have our payment data, there is a fear of them falling into the hands of fraudsters. Here’s what to do to keep your money safe. Check your accounts regularly This…

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