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Identity Theft Protection FAQ: 7 Rapid-Fire Answers to Keep Your Money Safe
Quick reality check: Americans filed 1.1 million identity-theft complaints and lost a record $12.5 billion to fraud in 2024 (FTC). If you’re unsure how to spot trouble—or what to do when it strikes—start here. These identity theft protection FAQ's give you concise,...
How to Avoid Summer Travel Scams in 2025
Summer is a great time to travel, but scammers never take a vacation. Last year, travelers lost over $274 million to summer travel scams. You don't want your family trip ruined by thieves or fraudsters. Luckily, with simple tips, you can stay safe. Table of Contents...
How to Turn Growing Awareness About Identity Protection Into Action — For You and Your Employees
More people than ever understand that identity protection is essential. But knowing the danger of identity theft isn’t the same as knowing how to truly protect your identity. And when identity theft strikes, the costs — time, money, and stress — can ripple across both...
Identity Theft Protection Joins 2025’s Top 5 Voluntary Benefits—Here’s What HR Needs to Know
Open-enrollment planning season is here, and one benefit has rocketed onto every “must-offer” list: employee identity theft and cybersecurity protection. HR Executive now ranks it alongside supplemental health, legal plans, and pet insurance in its “5 Key Voluntary...
Protecting Your Workforce from Employee Identity Theft
TL;DR - Employee identity theft protection is crucial for reducing productivity loss and liability risks for businesses. Implement comprehensive programs to safeguard your employees effectively. Employee identity theft protection matters deeply to HR because incidents...
A massive data breach has exposed 184 million login credentials from Apple, Google, and Meta. Learn exactly what happened and how to protect your accounts immediately.
Your Digital Life Could Be at Risk! If you recently logged into Apple, Google, or Facebook, hackers might have compromised your credentials. A massive breach has exposed 184 million login credentials from these major platforms, putting your personal information at...