California's contract with the bank supplying Middle Class Tax Refund debit cards requires anti-fraud chip tech yet many don't have it. California's contract with the bank supplying Middle Class Tax ...

MARTINEZ, Calif. (KGO) -- Eleven million Californians are getting inflation relief debit cards in the mail right now. As 7 On Your Side has reported, many thought the cards were a scam, but they're ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Thomas J Catalano is a CFP and Registered Investment Adviser with the state of South ...

FRESNO, Calif. -- New credit and debit card chip technology offers an added layer of security for consumers. But criminals have been working new angles off consumer confusion to try to break through ...

The history of credit and debit cards is a fascinating narrative of innovation and progress. This account explores the key technologies behind their functionality, focusing on the magnetic stripe, ...

CHICAGO, Illinois -- The chips in credit and debit cards protect consumers from hackers, but the same technology could make you a victim of fraud, the I-Team at our sister station WLS-TV found. The ...

Jason Fernando is a professional investor and writer who enjoys tackling and communicating complex business and financial problems. Toby Walters is a financial writer, investor, and lifelong learner.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SmartMetric, Inc. (OTCQB: SMME): Mastercard has announced that by 2024 card issuers will no longer be required to use magnetic stripes on their credit and debit cards.

Credit card scams are always something to look out for, but don't forget to protect your debit card from thieves. We'll ...

Card skimming isn’t going away; in fact, fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated. But adopting a few simple habits can make a big difference.