Russian ATMs know if you tell a lie

Russian banking giant Sberbank is testing lie-detecting ATMs that can help prevent consumer credit fraud.
A lineup of ATM's in Chang Mai airport in Northern Thailand.

Sony sued over Playstation Network hack that exposed millions

Sony has been slapped with a class action suit over the Playstation network hack that exposed millions to possible identity theft.
Sony Playstation controller

How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?

Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.

Protect your money and identity from scammers

Despite warnings and mass publicity regarding scam protection, scamming is still a major issue today. Here are some red flags to look out for.
Identity theft

Identity thieves see job seekers, children as lucrative targets

Identity thieves, who victimized nearly 11 million credit card holders in 2009, are increasingly targeting more children and job seekers...
idenity theft, victime or perpetrator?

Calling 888-5-OPTOUT can save you from identity theft

888-5-OPTOUT is a consumer tool backed by the FTC that enables people to opt out of getting pre-approved credit offers and related mail ads.
A VISA debit card bearing a photo of a cat peering down through a hole in the ceiling.

Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online

Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.

Online credit card scam stole millions, pennies at a time

An online credit card scam using identity theft and fake merchants raked in millions by charging millions of victims pennies at a time.
a photo illustration of online identity theft scams

Citibank exposes 600,000 customers to potential identity theft

Due to a "processing error," Citibank inadvertently revealed the Social Security numbers of 600,000 customers to potential identity thieves.

How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check

Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.

Let Short Term Loans Save You From Overdraft Fees

Big banks are trying to take away your right to obtain short term loans so they can continue to charge you excessive overdraft fees.
Banks and Short Term Loans

Anonymous Credit Cards: Safety for Consumers, Merchants and Banks

Androulaki and Bellovin of Columbia University propose an anonymous credit card system where the privacy of all is respected. Identity theft could be eliminated
Using credit cards can be a pleasure and a pain. Will anonymous credit cards make security one less thing to worry about? (Photo: flickr.com)

Installment Loans and How They Operate

We are all going through rough times. Here is how we can help in a financial emergency, regardless of your credit history...