CINCINNATI (WKRC) — A stolen phone can lead to more than just the cost of a replacement; it can open the door to identity theft and financial loss, experts warn. Thieves often target phones when they ...

While children may not immediately experience the consequences of identity theft, the effects can be far-reaching. One 2023 study by Javelin Strategy & Research found 35% of children whose identities ...

Identity theft can sound like something straight out of a Hollywood thriller. A mysterious hacker breaking into a bank account or a con artist slipping through airport security with nothing but a ...

TEMPE, Ariz. and PRAGUE, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Avast, a leader in digital security and privacy and part of Gen™ (NASDAQ: GEN), has expanded the availability of its identity protection solution ...

(WHNT) – Identity Theft Awareness Week falls between Jan. 27-31 every year. Identity theft is more common than you may think. Scams are designed to either steal your money or your identity to steal ...

More consumers are reporting insurance identity theft, a sophisticated fraud that can drive up insurance premiums and cancel policies. There were 15,587 reports of insurance identity theft in 2024, ...

Identity theft is often framed as a cybersecurity issue, but at its core, it’s a data problem. That’s because identity thieves rely almost entirely on personal information—whether to steal your ...

(InvestigateTV) — Identity theft isn’t just common – it’s evolving – and scammers are using new tools to steal personal information in ways that are harder to detect. From artificial intelligence that ...

Identity theft takes many forms, from financial fraud to social media impersonation. Learn how criminals operate, warning signs to watch for, and the legal strategies protecting your identity. NEW ...

Despite increased awareness of the need to safeguard personal information, reported cases of identity theft continue to rise year after year. These statistics may lead you to wonder what, exactly, ...

Identity theft is more common than you think, and recovery is achievable if you act efficiently and decisively. Be sure to report your case to your bank, the relevant companies and the FTC, and take ...