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The Big Spike In ‘CEO Fraud’

PYMNTS

That’s an unfortunate but in some ways impressive record, considering that most BEC/EAC fraud relies on what the FBI referred to as “the oldest trick in the con artist’s handbook: deception.”. Instead, it targets a much weaker link: the employee who is using it. And while the BEC is not the most common form scam, it is a lucrative one.

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Personal Loan Offers With Zero Processing Fee

BankBazaar

Additional Reading: Personal Loan Handbook: All Questions Answered. You can take out a Personal Loan without the need for security, collateral or guarantors. You should have a valid ID proof like passport, pan card, driving license, voter ID card, and photo ration card. Check them out! Tata Capital Personal Loan.

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CFPB proposes Regulation Z changes to address discontinuation of LIBOR index; Ballard Spahr to hold July 14 webinar

CFPB Monitor

The CFPB has proposed amendments to Regulation Z to address the discontinuation of the London Inter-Bank Offered Rate (LIBOR) that is currently used by many creditors as the index for calculating the interest rate on credit cards and other variable-rate consumer credit products. On July 14, 2020, from 12:00 p.m. Change in index.

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What Check Fraud Can Teach Banks About Preparing For The Instant Payments Future

PYMNTS

If there was a handbook for how to become a successful fraudster, the first sentence of the first chapter would go something like this: “Go where the money is.”. But with the FinTechs and security players deepening their moats with better data and AI, the bad guys are now doing what they do best: looking for a more vulnerable target.

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Financial Lessons For The Working Adult

BankBazaar

Additional Reading : Financial Aptitude Handbook For Young Adults. Reserve your Credit Card for big ticket purchases. However, note that when used responsibly, you can earn cashback rewards and other benefits on your regular spends on paying through your card. The Early Bird Catches The Worm. Ever heard of interest on interest?

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4 Ways to Create a Better Customer Experience in Fraud

FICO

As a fraud professional, I am passionate about fighting financial crime — yet, at the same time, I tout the importance of balancing security with the customer experience. Why can’t they text or email me like my credit card company does when I’ve filed a fraud claim, to keep me apprised of its status?” The good news? I wondered.

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Top 5 Fraud Manager Considerations During COVID-19

FICO

Blocked cards and frozen funds that are under investigation are a major headache to consumers and nimble organizations will be doing all they can to minimize these and to look at how they might make their policies more flexible. Card Fraud. Be aware that internal fraud and employee abuse may also be on the rise during these times.

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