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Who Swipes

Swiping your credit card could be a thing of the past, with new RFID technology in the Visa payWave. This new system will allow you to simply wave your card near the cashier and you're done.

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19,000 Credit Card Numbers Exposed

An Australian IT worker has stumbled upon the details of 19,000 credit cards, held on an unsecured section of a now-defunct site.

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Identity Theft

Identity theft is now the number two reported crime in the U.S. and costs Australians around $2 billion every year. But how does a criminal take control of your identity and what can you do to stop it?

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Photo ID Credit Cards

Just one more bad photo of you in your wallet, or the end to fraudulent credit card transactions?

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See ID

Some people suggest writing 'See ID' on the back of your card rather than signing it. But is it more secure, or does it actually make things worse?

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Credit Card Security Microchips

If you've noticed merchants inserting your credit card into the EFTPOS terminal, rather than swiping it, your card contains a security microchip.

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Code 10

If you're using your credit card for a purchase and the merchant calls up the bank asking for a 'code 10', you're in trouble.

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ATM Skimming

The recent discovery of skimming devices on Australian ATMs has left many people wondering if they're safe to use anymore.

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Credit Card Fraud

What is credit card fraud? We examine the major categories of fraud and suggest ways you can prevent it from happening to you.

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Credit Card Numbers

Did you know your credit card number is the result of a complex algorithm designed to deter fraud?

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Pen or Pin

Our team investigates the new PIN option on credit cards: why it was introduced, why you should use it and whether you can continue to sign for your purchases.

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50 Simple Credit Card Security Tips

Think using your credit card online is risky? You’re actually more likely to be the victim of fraud when using your card at a store or by not discarding your statements correctly. Follow these simple tips to protect yourself.

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