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Identity theft linked to major data broker breaches has cost Americans more than $20 billion over the past decade, according to a U.S. Senate report.

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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 ...

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Employment-related identity theft is on the rise. Victims may not find out until tax season.

In the past, tax identity theft was rare and isolated. Today, it’s a major catalyst for mass-market anxiety and cross-industry risk. As a result, I see it increasingly garnering attention from ...