Even though the Identity Theft Resource Center reported fewer identity crime cases between 2024 and 2025, the number of ...

Identity theft tied to major data broker breaches has cost Americans more than $20 billion over the past decade, according to a 2026 report from the U.S. Senate Joint Economic Committee. That figure ...

Recovering direct financial losses from identity theft becomes more difficult over time, so it’s crucial that you take ...

Employment-related identity theft happens when someone uses your personal information, commonly a Social Security number, to get hired for jobs and earn income illegally. In many cases, victims don't ...

Identity theft protection services have nearly become mandatory in 2026. Years ago, it was rare, but nowadays, identity theft is common. The digital world, as beautiful and sprawling as it is, is ...

Identity theft losses among Americans 60 and older surged 70%, reaching $48.5 million according to the FBI's latest internet ...

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Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Tax season is stressful enough without worrying that you could be a victim of identity theft. And yet, every year, ...

Identity theft has evolved far beyond stolen wallets and phishing emails. Criminals are now using an ever-increasing variety of tools that include AI-powered scams and deepfake videos to open accounts ...