As consumers take steps in this new year to get their finances in order, they should also take the necessary precautions to protect themselves from identity theft. Over 11.6 million people were victims of identity theft in 2011, according to … Continue reading
One-third of mobile consumers use smartphones or tablets for banking, up from 24 percent in 2011, according to a new report from Javelin Strategy & Research. To meet this demand, more than two-thirds of financial institutions now offer mobile banking through the … Continue reading
Another celebrity is entering the prepaid market: Magic Johnson. The NBA Hall of Famer is entering a partnership with OneWest Bank, FSB and introducing a reloadable prepaid MasterCard. The "Magic Card" targets people who don't have a traditional bank deposit … Continue reading