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Phineas Fisher Offers $100,000 Bounty to Hack Banks and Oil Companies
It’s a reward for hacktivists and criminals who break into capitalist institutions, offered by one of the most infamous hackers of all time.
This Bank Had the Worst Password Policy We've Ever Seen
A European bank makes customers pay to change their passwords, and suggests they Google their password to check if it is secure.
Malware That Spits Cash Out of ATMs Has Spread Across the World
A joint investigation between Motherboard and the German broadcaster Bayerischer Rundfunk (BR) has uncovered new details about a spate of so-called “jackpotting” attacks.
How to Take Out a Loan at University and Not Get Screwed
Over a quarter of uni students have borrowed money on top of their student loan. Here's what you need to know if you're thinking of doing it.
Banks Have the Power to Ruin Your Sex Life
When perfectly legal businesses are blocked from actually making money by banks and services like PayPal, our cultural acceptance of sex is pushed further into the fringes.
Don't Get Screwed Over by the New Changes to Your Overdraft
Banks in the UK are doing a total rehaul of how they manage overdrafts. Here's what you need to know.
One Million Bank Phone Calls Found in Exposed Server
The calls contain employees from Bank of Cardiff, based in California, talking to potential customers about business loans and other sensitive conversations.
Man Arrested After Robbing Two Banks Using Nothing But an Avocado
The alleged robber made off with nearly US $8,000 from two separate incidents before his weapon was revealed to be a fruit.
Bernie and AOC Just Teamed Up to Take On Credit Card Companies
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is introducing her first bill as a congresswoman and Wall Street isn't going to like it.
Canadian Banks and Telecoms Are Collaborating on a Digital ID System
Verified.Me will allow people to consent to an institution sharing their data to verify their identity or access services.
How Banks and Lenders Are Helping Workers Affected by the Government Shutdown
Many federal workers aren't getting paid. Here’s how some banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions are helping them out.
Don’t Buy This: There's No Reason to Pay Maintenance Fees on Your Bank Account
You shouldn't have to pay your bank for the privilege of storing your money for you. Here’s how to avoid these fees entirely.