Financial Fraud Prevention

Five Things You Should Never Tell an AI Chatbot – For Your Own Financial Safety Intro AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot have become everyday tools for answering questions, drafting emails, and even brainstorming ideas. But as these tools integrate deeper into our lives, a Washington Post column this week warned users about a less discussed risk: the sensitive personal data you might inadvertently hand over. According to the column and supporting research, sharing certain types of information with a chatbot can put your money and identity at risk. Here’s what to keep out of the chat window. ...

Extended Fraud Alerts: What the Latest Federal Reserve Research Reveals About Identity Theft Recovery If you’ve ever been a victim of identity theft, you know how disorienting it is. That phone call from a lender asking about an application you never made. The unfamiliar accounts on your credit report. And then the scramble to freeze your credit, file a police report, and start repairing the damage. ...