MakeUseOf - ATM

How to Avoid Falling for Skimming Scams This Holiday

Shannon Flynn — Fri, 03 Dec 2021 15:30:11 GMT

Tis the season to be jolly and spend a lot of money on the people you love. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most popular seasons for skimmers and thieves, because people are using their debit and credit cards more frequently and in more places.

7 Ways a Criminal Can Use a Credit Card Skimmer Against You

Kinza Yasar — Thu, 07 Oct 2021 21:31:48 GMT

Do you often insert your credit cards into ATMs or gas stations without a second thought? While most credit card numbers are stolen through data breaches, a significant number are swiped through a malicious practice known as "skimming," which is carried out by using a device known as a credit card skimmer.

What Is Shoulder Surfing and How Do You Prevent It?

Elliot Nesbo — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 16:00:12 GMT

If you're worried about identity theft or being hacked, there are a number of steps that you can take to avoid such problems. These include being careful about what sites you visit and what emails you open.

What Is a Chip Card and Why Did My Bank Send One?

Brittni Devlin — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:02:10 GMT

Chip cards are the “new normal” for using your bank card. While this is likely nothing new for readers in Europe, some Americans are only now receiving their chip cards from their banks.

What Are Card Skimmers and How Do You Spot Them?

Shannon Flynn — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 13:00:40 GMT

Many people love the convenience of checking their bank account balances through an app or website. However, it’s a heart-sinking feeling to do that and see a strange charge. Unfortunately, these situations happen more than people may think due to a rise in card skimming.

What Is a Bitcoin ATM and When Should You Use One?

Rahul Nambiampurath — Sun, 09 May 2021 12:00:38 GMT

Over the past few years, demand for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies has been growing exponentially. Meeting this demand is no easy task, but recent innovations have made it easier for just about anyone to trade it.

Top 10 Ways to Stay Safe From Scams This Holiday Season

Lori Cline — Thu, 15 Dec 2016 22:00:00 GMT

The holidays are upon us, online sales are expected to go through the roof, and more U.S. consumers than ever (68 percent, or roughly 170 million people) plan to buy technological gifts this holiday season. Unfortunately, cybercriminals bank (no pun intended) on heightened shopping excitement and lowered safety practices, thus coming up with more creative ways to make their holiday a prosperous one.

3 Danger Signs to Look for Each Time You Use an ATM

Gavin Phillips — Fri, 27 May 2016 19:00:00 GMT

What do you do when it is your turn at the ATM? Are you ready to pounce, majestically maneuvering your card to the slot, gracefully extracting your hard-earned dollars, and running to the nearest bar? Or are you more considered, scanning your surroundings for any inkling of malicious activity on or around the ATM itself?

Here Are 6 Pieces of Paper You Should Always Shred

Philip Bates — Sat, 31 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Having your identity stolen is horrible. Even if you're not at any financial loss, knowing someone has information about you is a nasty feeling. Chances are, they'll cast you aside after they finish getting value from your details like you're nothing anymore. They can ruin you, and then forget all about you.

These 7 News Reports Prove ATM Fraud Can Hit At Any Time

Dan Price — Wed, 28 Oct 2015 16:00:00 GMT

Criminals are always looking for new and inventive ways to separate us from our hard-earned cash. Unfortunately, the growth of cheap and easily-accessible technology has helped them, leading to an explosion of ATM fraud in recent years.

How Scammers Can Use ATMs To Clean You Out

Christian Cawley — Wed, 21 May 2014 21:00:00 GMT

That ATM installed in the wall of your local convenience store or bank might look like an easy way to get some cash in your pocket, but you need to make sure that the scammers didn't get there first.

Windows XP Running Your ATM Or Ticket Machine? Time To Buy Online!

Christian Cawley — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Windows XP goes end-of-life in April 2014, after which Microsoft will no longer release bug fixes. If you've upgraded your PC then everything should be fine – but what about your bank? Have they upgraded?