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Tim Stokely, Founder and CEO of OnlyFans, Steps Down
He will be replaced by marketing executive Amrapali “Ami” Gan, who says she is committed to making OnlyFans "the safest social media platform in the world."
Your Idiot Housemate Could Be Ruining Your Credit Score
Here's what to watch out for when you move in with someone new.
Debit Card Apps for Kids Are Collecting a Shocking Amount of Personal Data
Greenlight says it isn't currently selling data on kids' spending habits to advertisers, but its privacy policy suggests it could start anytime.
World's Biggest Banks Make Climate Change Promises, Invest in Fossil Fuels Anyway
“Everyone is talking about net zero, but nobody is talking about exiting fossil fuels.”
A Jail in India is Installing an ATM for Its Inmates
Prisoners make money for doing work inside the jail, and this amount varies depending on their skill level.
Transmit Security, Authentication Company Used by Banks, Hacked
The breach impacted email addresses, passwords, phone numbers, and other sensitive information, according to a researcher mentioned in a breach notification obtained by Motherboard.
Leaked Document Shows How Big Companies Buy Credit Card Data on Millions of Americans
Yodlee, America’s largest financial data broker, says the data it sells it is anonymous. A confidential document obtained by Motherboard shows people could be unmasked in the data.
Monzo Users Say Their Accounts Are Being Frozen without Warning
VICE spoke to Monzo users who claim their accounts have been frozen or closed, with some waiting weeks to have their money returned.
How the 2020 Overdraft Changes Will Affect Your Bank Balance
By April, new rules will switch your overdraft fees to a monthly, higher, interest rate. Here’s what you can do to prepare.
New York Is Proposing the Creation of a ‘Public Venmo’
Lawmakers and activists are proposing a digital payment platform and currency to help millions of New Yorkers without bank accounts.
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.