Gift card draining | How criminals steal from your gift cards before you use them

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Buying gift cards for the holiday? Beware of the Drain Scam.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Gift cards are among the most popular and easiest gifts to buy. Capitol One estimates that 64% of U.S. consumers purchase gift cards as holiday gifts, which is why scammers have ...
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Giving gift cards this holiday season? Here’s how to avoid getting scammed

Gift cards can be like cash. But the money is accessed using a PIN assigned to the card, so that code should be securely concealed from view when you buy it. If you’re shopping for a gift card off a ...

Gift card scams are common around the holidays. Here's how to protect yourself and your money

Gift cards are one of the most popular gifts every year, but their information is often vulnerable to criminals. Here's how ...