Identity Theft Scout Archives

Trouble with Connected Devices: Hackers Are Upping Their Hacking Game

by fwg | May 25, 2023 | Identity Theft Scout

The trouble with connected devices is that almost every traditional household device is being swallowed up by the internet, which is taking convenience to the next level by providing consumers with a myriad of options such as remote control and automation. This...

Spousal Identity Theft: More Than Stolen Hearts

by fwg | May 25, 2023 | Identity Theft Scout

The basic definition of identity theft is obvious to most: Someone uses your identity, information, or credentials to do something they weren’t supposed to, like open a bank account or take out a loan without your permission. People might imagine that identity...

What Is Identity Theft? The Different Ways It Can Occur

by fwg | May 25, 2023 | Identity Theft Scout

What is Identity Theft? Everyone has heard of it, but few people understand exactly how their identity can actually be stolen. Identity theft refers to the fraudulent acquisition and use of someone else’s personal information, typically for financial gain or to...

When Identity Theft Isn’t for Cash

by fwg | May 25, 2023 | Identity Theft Scout

If you were to ask most people what they do to protect against identity theft, they would say that they choose secure passwords and keep their ATM cards and identity documents away from prying eyes. But what if a thief wasn’t after your identity for your money?...

How Identity Verification Guarantees Your KYC (Know Your Customer) Compliance

by fwg | May 24, 2023 | Identity Theft Scout

As global trade continues to rise and more businesses come under the net, more high-profile transactions are being carried out than ever before. Consider the digital landscape and we see no difference in that either. Where the internet has become a global platform to...

Is Identity Theft Protection Services Worth It?

by fwg | May 24, 2023 | Identity Theft Scout

Identity theft is in the news almost every day, globally. This is at the times when cybercriminals are trying all new techniques & tricks to dupe users for money and their data, it becomes important to be strictly vigilant towards suspicious activities online. If...