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Study: Consumers Rely on Context when Sharing Information/information security, personal information theft, consumer trust, retail security

COVID-19 driving an acceleration in adoption of identity verification

October 14, 2020

Businesses in the UK and U.S. have been ramping up their identity verification processes in order to protect customers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Study says 32 million Americans (14%) have been victims of new account fraud in only four months

September 21, 2020

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A new study has found historic levels of digital adoption among Americans, as well as telling trends in terms of ID fraud.

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan announces massive identity theft scheme in unemployment claims

July 17, 2020

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More than 47,500 fraudulent unemployment insurance claims in Maryland and totaling over $501 million have been uncovered.

COVID-19 Proves It’s Time for the IRS to Stop Identity Fraud at the Front Door

Annie Bai

April 29, 2020

In light of the reports of theft of COVID-19 stimulus checks (which one headline called “pure hell”), it’s instructive to look back at recent breaches of IRS systems and processes.

New Report: Uncovering the Likeness & Disparities in Today’s Digital Age between Seniors & Millennials

March 30, 2020

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Seniors and millennials may be more alike than many believe - they are both connecting to a similar number of Internet of Things devices (at least 7 Wi-Fi devices) and both engaging in similar, risky online behaviors, reveals a new Generali Global Assistance and the Identity Theft Resource Center study.

Combating Complacency: Getting the Most Out of Your Data Breach Response Plan

Internet Users Overwhelmed by Identity Theft Worries

February 13, 2020

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A new report finds that major data breaches have left a vast majority of consumers worried about the online crimes that lead to identity theft and account takeovers.

identity theft, fraud prevention, cybersecurity, data theft

IRS Launches Identity Theft Central Webpage

February 10, 2020

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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) launched Identity Theft Central, designed to improve online access to information on identity theft and data security protection for taxpayers, tax professionals and businesses.

Addressing Data Breaches: How to Stop Them

Monica Pal

November 26, 2019

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There’s no 9-1-1 or insurance for consumers that can remediate the irreplaceable – your identity.

7 Facts About Document Shredding You Need to Know

September 15, 2019

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Identity theft thieves don't like paper shredding services. Why? Because it's one of the most effective ways to protect individuals and businesses from its extremely negative effects.

ID Theft Ring Targeted Military Members and Veterans

August 23, 2019

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Federal authorities in San Antonio, Tex. have uncovered an international theft ring that targeted thousands of veterans and their dependents – taking their personal information to steal millions of dollars in benefits.

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2020 October

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