Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has issued a warning about the rising vulnerability to fraud of users of popular payment apps such as Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, and PayPal. In response to the increasing incidents of fraud, which he described as 'skyrocketing,' Bragg has put these companies on notice and has requested meetings with them to address the issue. Payment app theft is a growing concern, with the DA's office highlighting the ease with which thieves can drain bank accounts, emphasizing the risk to consumers' life savings with just a few taps on a stolen phone.
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Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg put Venmo, Zelle and Cash App on notice for leaving users vulnerable to fraud. He has requested meetings with the companies. https://t.co/onPCTVaqKt
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