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2. Skimming scams on the rise: Here is how to protect yourself - AOL

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   Skimming devices most often hold data to be recovered later, but some may transmit the data wirelessly, the FBI said. Tips to avoid ATM and point-of-sale skimmers: Inspect ATMs, POS terminals and ...

3. 'Skimming,' 'smishing,' and other scams to pay attention to ...

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   According to the FBI, skimming involves illegally installing devices on or inside ATMs, point-of-sale (POS) terminals, or fuel pumps to capture card data and record cardholders’ PIN entries.

4. How to spot a credit card skimmer - AOL

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   They are devices that allow you to swipe, tap or insert your credit cards for fast, convenient payment. But take care where you swipe your card: you don’t want to fall prey to a credit card skimmer.

5. RFID skimming - Wikipedia

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   In contrast to other types of skimming such as ATM skimming or hacking an online merchant web page, RFID skimming requires little or no technical expertise. In order to execute ATM skimming, the criminal needs to custom build a device, then place that device inside an ATM and later pick up the device after the victims have used it.

6. 'They know what they're doing': Video captures suspects ... - AOL

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   A 2023 FICO report found that between 2021 and 2022, there was a 5x increase in skimming activity. And that trend appears to be going strong in 2025. And that trend appears to be going strong in 2025.

7. What Is ATM Skimming? How to Protect Yourself - AOL

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   Skimming devices look similar to regular card readers, though the FBI notes that it can be more convex while real readers are concave. Scammers may also install small cameras to track people’s ...

8. What Is ATM Skimming and How Do You Protect Yourself? - AOL

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   The Federal Trade Commission recommends some best practices for gas stations to keep their pumps safe from card skimming devices, including daily card reader inspections and the use of security seals.

9. Credit card skimmers have been popping up in California. How ...

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   If you see a skimming device, you should call the authorities. To report identity theft, USA.gov said, you should contact the Federal Trade Commission online at IdentityTheft.gov or by calling 1 ...