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Don’t let fraudsters drain your wallet: why Venmo push notifications are your first line of defense

We all love Venmo. It’s the digital wallet that makes splitting dinner bills, paying the dog sitter, or sending birthday cash incredibly fast and easy. But that speed works both ways. Just as quickly as you can send money to a friend, a cybercriminal who gains access to your account can drain your balance or […]

Why staring at your bank statement is a security weekly must-do

Let’s be real: looking at your bank statement isn’t exactly everyone’s idea of a fun Friday night. It’s usually a reminder of how much we spent on takeout or that subscription we promised to cancel three months ago. But in a world where online shopping, mobile payments, and digital banking are the new normal, ignoring […]

Stop giving away your credit card number: the magic of Apple Pay (and tokenization!)

Let’s face it, whipping out your plastic credit card every time you shop online or tap at a register is getting old. Not only is it inconvenient, but every time you hand that card over or type those 16 digits into a website, you are exposing your financial life to potential risk. But there’s a […]

How to verify your Venmo payments before you hit ‘Send’

Venmo, Cash App, Zelle—these peer-to-peer payment apps have made sending money to friends, family, and even small businesses incredibly easy. Need to split the dinner bill? Venmo it! Owe a friend for concert tickets? Zelle it! But with great convenience comes great responsibility. The speed and ease of these apps also make it incredibly easy […]

The fast, fun, and (sometimes) risky world of mobile payment apps

Mobile payment apps like Zelle, Venmo, and Cash App have completely changed the game. Need to split the dinner bill with friends? Instantly pay your roommate for rent? Send some cash to your kid at college? These apps make it a breeze. They’re convenient, fast, and easy to use. But that speed and ease also […]

Hacked? Don’t panic—how to take back your account

That sinking feeling is the worst. You try to log into your email or social media, but your password doesn’t work. A quick message to a friend reveals that someone has been sending weird messages from your account. You’ve been hacked. It’s a scary moment, but you’re not helpless. The most important thing is to […]