Equifax
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techSIM Swap Defense: Why Changing Your Phone Number Rarely Stops Hackers
Changing a compromised phone number is rarely the first solution for SIM swap attacks. Experts advise securing email, banking, and carrier accounts before abandoning long-held digits.
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financeOntario, B.C. Homeowners Hit Breaking Point on Mortgage Payments
Equifax reports a sharp rise in mortgage delinquencies in Ontario and B.C., signaling severe financial stress among homeowners.
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techCredit Freeze Alone Won't Stop Synthetic Identity Fraud, Experts Warn
While credit freezes block new-account fraud, synthetic identity theft and account takeovers bypass them entirely. Here's what you need.
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techDIY vs. Paid Identity Protection: What Works After the Conduent Breach
After the largest U.S. data breach exposed 25M records, we compare free vs paid identity protection strategies for 2026.
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techIdentity theft costs Americans over $20 billion in losses, with hidden time and credit damage
Major data breaches have led to billions in identity theft losses, with victims spending weeks resolving fraud and repairing credit.