The Latest Breaking News from Identity Theft

There’s a strange, almost predictable rhythm to the year: the holiday rush, the January reset, and then—right on cue—the season when identity thieves seem to wake up from hibernation with the energy of someone who’s had three too many espressos.

Two Indian American men from Glastonbury face federal charges for allegedly using thousands of stolen identities to defraud online gambling platforms, including FanDuel, of approximately $3 million. Amitoj Kapoor and Siddharth Lillaney are accused of exploiting new user incentives with illicitly obtained personal data, leading to charges of fraud, identity…

In today’s hyper-connected world, your personal data is constantly at risk, whether it is from apps, websites, smart devices, or even your own habits. While most people think they’re being careful, the truth is that online privacy mistakes are often subtle and easy to overlook. What feels like a harmless…

Consumer protection experts are raising alarms about a surprising source of identity theft: online purchases of everyday items from unfamiliar retailers. Credit card fraud surged to record highs, with a growing number of cases traced back to seemingly harmless transactions on lesser-known e-commerce sites. If you’ve ever bought a phone…

IDShield is an identity theft protection service that has a hidden feature that could save your reputation.

Your smartphone is no longer just a phone; it is a digital vault containing the keys to your entire life. We carry it everywhere, trust it with everything, and rarely think about what would happen if it fell into the wrong hands. Most of us worry about weak passwords, but…

‘The truth is, credit repair companies can’t legally remove information from your credit report if it’s accurate and current,’ the Federal Trade Commission said

Learn how to lock your Social Security number for free to prevent employment fraud and identity theft using E-Verify or by calling the SSA.

The internet feels like a private space when you are sitting on your couch. We scroll, click, and share without a second thought. However, digital privacy is fragile. We often leave a trail of breadcrumbs for strangers to follow. Cybercriminals are not always hacking mainframes in dark rooms. They simply…