Global Exchanges Forge Cyber Security Alliance Against Hackers
Global financial exchanges like NYSE and Nasdaq are teaming up to protect against cyber attacks that could disrupt markets.
UBS: Marcus Departure, Breach Could Hurt EBay
EBay could face some headwinds from the departure of PayPal head David Marcus and its recently disclosed security breach, analysts at UBS say.
Is Mobile Banking Safe?
Banking by cellphone is gaining popularity. Here's what you need to know to be secure.
Americans Are More Afraid of Credit Card Fraud Than Terrorism
As the holidays approach, more and more consumers are clutching their purses and wallets. But that anxiety has little to do with budgetary constraints.
9 New Ways You Can Be Hacked
Think you know all the ways you are vulnerable to being hacked? Think again.
5 Ways Hackers Could Target You During the World Cup
Big events are every hacker's dream. Don't get lost in the hype over the World Cup and become a victim. Here's how scammers are targeting these global sporting event and how to stay safe.
New Ways to Pay: Going Beyond Cash and Plastic
An array of new payment methods offers options to cash, checks and plastic.
Don't be Fooled Into Falling for These 8 Scams
Here's the lowdown on eight hot scams, cons and swindles that criminals are employing to separate you from your money, along with tips for avoiding them.
9 Ways Scammers Will Target You on Spring Break
Whether you’re a 19-year old college student or a 40-something soccer mom, here are nine scams that every spring break traveler should watch out for:
Shopping Safe Online this Holiday Season
The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year – for cyber thieves. The National Retail Federation says Americans plan to conduct almost half of their holiday shopping on the web this year; scammers are using the popularity of e-commerce to steal Christmas - and all of your personal information.
An Ironic Shift in Shopper Sentiment
Many Americans now think it is riskier to make a credit card transaction at a brick-and-mortar retailer than via the internet, a smartphone or a tablet.
Identity Theft Protection is on You
More than 17 million Americans were victims of identity theft last year, and reports of breaches are so common that most just tune out the news. But that would be a mistake.
How Often Does an App Share Your Location? You May Be Surprised
Most of us are unaware of just how much location sharing is going on with our smartphones. But once alerted — and reminded — we respond by limiting it.
5 Ways Identity Thieves Can Steal Christmas
Thieves often prey on victims during the holidays through a variety of schemes to take their information and their money.
Was 2014 Really the Worst Year Ever for Privacy?
Target. Home Depot. Michaels. And now, this Sony mess. The year 2014 will certainly be known as the year of the mega-hack, the year personal privacy took its first really big hit, right?
Why Cyber Scammers Love the Holidays
Whether frequenting your favorite stores or escaping the crowds by shopping online, scammers are on the lookout for unsuspecting customers.
Is a Mobile Wallet Right for You?
Lots of services let you make in-store purchases with phones, but are they right for you?
How to Spot Fake Online Reviews
While it’s hard to differential the real from the bogus reviews, experts say there are telltale signs to look out for.
4 Ways Crooks Cash In On Your Personal and Financial Data
You've heard about data thieves, but have you wondered what they do with it once it's stolen?
Here's What Identity Theft Will Look Like in 2014
Data breaches are becoming increasingly common--and experts don't expect that trend to end anytime soon. Here's what consumers face this year when it comes to protecting their identity.