Times Union

Child identity theft is on the rise: Here's what you can do

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 ...
CNET

Locking Your Social Security Number Can Protect You From Identity Theft – Here's How It Works

When you lock your Social Security number, a company looking to verify your SSN won't be able to verify your identity, stopping criminals from committing fraud. This option is also handy if you don't ...
WFMZ-TV

What the Tech? Freeze your credit to prevent identity theft and financial fraud

Every few months, we hear about another data breach that exposes the personal information of millions of people. But the most recent discovery is massive. Security researchers uncovered a staggering ...
ABC7 San Francisco

With identity theft on the rise, is ID theft protection worth it? And how does it work?

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- We've all heard of identity theft. Maybe you or someone you know has even been a victim. Because it's on the rise, it's not surprising that companies are trying to cash in by ...
Staten Island Advance

Here are 5 things you can do to avoid falling victim to identity theft

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Identity theft knows no age bounds, as fraudsters continuously develop new schemes targeting Staten Islanders, District Attorney Michael E. McMahon warned residents. Identity ...
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States With the Most and Least Identity Theft

Finding a financial advisor doesn't have to be hard. SmartAsset's free tool matches you with up to three fiduciary financial advisors that serve your area in minutes. Each advisor has been vetted by ...
WGAL

Tax identity theft: What it is, warning signs, what to do if you're a victim

THEFT. THE SIGNS OF TAX IDENTITY THEFT INCLUDE SOMEONE USING YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER TO FILE AND CLAIM A TAX REFUND. AND ONE WAY YOU WILL KNOW THIS IS IF THE IRS REJECTS YOUR TAX RETURN AFTER YOU ...
WSB Radio

AI-fueled fake IDs and identity theft: What you need to know

Identity theft happens every 22 seconds in the U.S. and now, artificial intelligence is making it easier for scammers. What used to be rough Photoshop jobs has evolved into slick, AI-generated IDs ...
Staten Island Advance

Here are 6 things you can do after falling victim to identity theft

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Not sure what to do if you fall victim to identity theft? District Attorney Michael E. McMahon recently gave Staten Island residents some advice on how to mitigate the lasting ...