Your debit card connects directly to your checking account, which means fraud can drain real money you may need for rent, bills and groceries. While your bank investigates, which can take days or even ...

Fraud experts advise caution when using debit cards at specific, high-risk locations due to increased vulnerability to skimming and data theft.

The Durbin Amendment was enacted with the intention of knocking down interchange fees and easing the burden on consumers and merchants alike. Card networks are soaring through loopholes to maintain ...

Experts are encouraging shoppers to be on the lookout for scammers ahead of Thanksgiving. One growing trend: stop using your debit card. “One of the first things to do is retire that debit card for ...

Debit cards deserve a place in everyone's wallet. They allow easy access to cash, help you stick to a budget, and can even help you avoid some unnecessary fees. But they're far from the answer for ...

Experts identify 11 places where debit card use carries heightened risk and outline safer payment alternatives. Citing $12.5 billion in 2024 fraud losses and $1 billion annually from skimming, the ...