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In the future, AI will help you make the best decision “Another way [gift cards can lead to fruad] would be
on how to pay for an item based on the credit cards hacking accounts: People get the account numbers
and lines of credit you have available,” Martini said. and take the balance off them,” said Joyce Carter.
“A merchant can still require a cardholder to sign for a Martini says the best ways to keep your credit cards and
purchase. In other words, it’s an option for retailers to your identity safe are the same strategies you’ve used
impose a signature requirement,” Martini said. before, and that her firm suggests the same tips to stay
safe as the FTC.
“Smaller banks and credit unions have the advantage of “If you don’t see the value in tapping your card, it’s just
being able to personalize the rewards they provide,” says as easy to pull it out of your wallet and just as easy to do
Cyndie Martini. EMV, why would I care about the next level?” Martini said.