Scams on payment apps like Venmo and Zelle are common. And once you hit send, you're unlikely to get your cash back. What to do to protect yourself

One tap is often all it takes for money to leave your account for good.
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5 On Your Side: Don't fall for this scam handing out free money from Zelle or Cash App

Free money from Zelle or Cash App—just for filling out a government form? That’s what some TikTok videos claim. Consumer Reports has a warning: it’s not a windfall—it’s simply not true. Other WRAL Top ...
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Scammers exploit unfamiliarity with Zelle in payment schemes

Scammers exploit unfamiliarity with Zelle in payment schemes ...
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Scammers are targeting Gen-Z: Text is their main form of communication & they use payment apps

GREENSBORO, N.C. — The new Consumer Reports Cyber Readiness Report finds text scam attempts are up by 50%. The fastest growing demographic? Gen Z'ers. "Scammers are trying to rip off young adults. And ...
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No, the CFPB is not handing out cash to people scammed on Zelle and Cash App | Consumer Reports

Free money from Zelle or Cash App—just for filling out a government form? That’s what some TikTok videos claim. But Consumer Reports has a warning: it’s not a windfall—it’s simply not true.Victims of ...
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Google expands Android scam protection feature to Chase, Cash App in U.S.

Google is expanding support for its Android's in-call scam protection to multiple banks and financial applications in the United States. The announcement specifically mentions the addition of fintech ...