Today, my bank's fraud detection department gave me a call - apparently, somebody had attempted to use my debit card for a purchase in Colombia. I live in London, UK. This is an annoyance, but it's particularly worrying because something similar happened less than two months ago - they called me up and said that although my card hadn't been used, they had information that it may be compromised. The card that was used in Colombia today was the replacement, which I've had for only a few weeks.
My money is safe and my card has been cancelled (again). But my main concern is HOW this has happened - keylogger? Dubious, but legit-seeming site? Compromised wifi? And how do I keep myself safe in future?
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posted by Ted Maul
on May 5, 2013 -
15 answers
We're looking to obtain the best credit card possible for a 5 person band with minimal expenses and income. We're an LLC incorporated in NYC. Band expenses typically include food, gas, merch supplies (shirts, blank CDs etc) and the occasional cash withdrawals, but the big anticipated purchase is a van (used -- no more than $5k). Suggestions for checking accounts also welcome...
posted by qzar
on Apr 18, 2013 -
2 answers
Dominion (the card game) doesn't seem like it's ever likely to come out for iOS. What are some alternative iPhone games that riff on Dominion style play that are can be played thru game center and are turn based (able to take hours to make a turn.) Thanks!
posted by Brent Parker
on Apr 9, 2013 -
7 answers
I've just recently been alerted to the fact that there's such a thing as reward points on my Visa. I checked into my account for the first time and found out I have about 35,000. I have no idea how to use them.
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posted by madonna of the unloved
on Mar 28, 2013 -
18 answers
Should I take out a personal loan to consolidate my credit card debt? Does anyone have any experience with personal loans through Discover?
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posted by royalsong
on Mar 26, 2013 -
29 answers
Hello
I am in need of a credit card that allows me to set a hard limit on authorized users. In addition I need for the card to allow a different limit for the primary and secondary card.
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posted by flummox
on Mar 21, 2013 -
14 answers
Is there a business credit card that can alert you in real-time (or close to it) when your employees' cards are used?
I currently use Chase Ink and it disappoints in this regard. I can setup real-time alerts, but they only work for the primary card, not all employee cards. I was a little incredulous of this at first, but my Chase rep confirmed it is so.
Any business cards that can do this? (ideally with cash back, esp. for gas; ideally visa).
thanks!
posted by grammalvsu
on Mar 21, 2013 -
3 answers
Credit experts: When I enrolled in college, my father added me onto a new credit card to have at my disposal. Now it's becoming an albatross.
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posted by drpynchon
on Feb 10, 2013 -
11 answers
Do you have any suggestions for a group of graduate students doing Valentine's Day boxes at our desks at school (like we did for our elementary school Valentine's Day parties)? I need help with both box design, as well as suggestions for the Valentines themselves!
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posted by joan cusack the second
on Feb 4, 2013 -
9 answers
I'm thinking my best option for staying in phone contact with my one or two overseas friends (mainly UK) might be a calling card. Can anyone recommend a specific card?
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posted by amtho
on Jan 30, 2013 -
12 answers
Can I use an Amazon Gift Card to pay for items on Amazon.com
AND the Amazon App Store or do they each have their own gift card?
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posted by boby
on Jan 11, 2013 -
3 answers
I need help printing thank you cards using my own photo - want a company to print them for me.
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posted by anya32
on Nov 14, 2012 -
8 answers
There is an obscure (to the US) card game I love:
Eighty Points, and its simpler brother
Forty Points. It's a partnered trick taking game, and feels a little like
Bridge and
Spades. However, it requires four (or six, though I've never played that variant) people to spend many hours together, kind of like a DnD campaign. How do I recruit people for this game?
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posted by ethidda
on Nov 6, 2012 -
5 answers
I need to name my kitten after a term in (contract) bridge or something card-related. I feel like I've exhausted most options...
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posted by elleyebeebeewhy
on Oct 24, 2012 -
44 answers
There's a Boston-area shoegaze festival called Deep Heaven Now happening this weekend, and I'll be in Boston. The ads say 21+, and I'm not 21. How likely is it that I'll actually be carded? Is there a "draw Xes on your hands" option? (Also, if I can't get in, do you have any other recommendations for good live music on Friday night?)
posted by anonymous
on Oct 16, 2012 -
5 answers
I need a card I can charge with money, online, for someone else's use in grocery stores, department stores, gas stations, etc. They don't need to be able to get cash with it. It shouldn't be possible for them to take out more money than I put in. This will be an ongoing thing, so I'd like to minimize fees. Has anyone had any experience with something like this that they liked?
posted by ubiquity
on Oct 12, 2012 -
19 answers
Business Card Holders! Do you have recommendations for business card holders? I want to get my husband one for his birthday. Thank you so much!
posted by tessalations999
on Oct 11, 2012 -
7 answers
Is there any good reason not to take advantage of free cash back offers from credit card companies as long as I pay my monthlies promptly?
FOr that matter, free miles offers?
I have been doing so for some years and my credit score seems to stay strong and yet I was always told that there is no such thing as a free lunch/.
posted by dougiedd
on Oct 10, 2012 -
10 answers
Seeking recommendations for light to medium difficulty card games from one to 8 players. No boards, no game pieces, just cards. Yes, I know there is Boardgamegeek, but I would like current recommendations from the mefites. And I thank you.
P.S. I like No Thanks, Coloretto, The Great Dalmuti, Rat-a-tat-cat, Rook. I don't like Bohnanza, Apples to Apples, Skip Bo, Hearts, Blink, Rage.
posted by luvmywife
on Oct 10, 2012 -
39 answers
Is there a way to fully recover files from emptied trash on Mac 10.8.2? Or from a formatted Sandisk Compact Flash card?
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posted by slowtree
on Oct 8, 2012 -
8 answers
I made several payments to my credit card but it wasn't the full amount and it appears I got charged interest for the stuff I forgot to pay - does this affect my credit score?
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posted by cyml
on Oct 7, 2012 -
9 answers
Is there any place near Parma Airport, Mallorca/Majorca that you can pre-book a rental car with a debit card (not a credit card)?
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posted by By The Grace of God
on Sep 16, 2012 -
1 answer
The French consulate in Toronto gave me a three-month visa, but I was planning on staying for 9 months to a year. I don't know why they gave me a three-month visa when I clearly stated I was planning on leaving in June, but someone just told me I can't apply for a carte de séjour with a three-month visa. HELP!
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posted by kansakwens
on Sep 7, 2012 -
6 answers
Is it possible to buy a pay as you go sim card (UK) for my old phone that doesnt require me to top up every month?
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posted by aqueousdan
on Jul 15, 2012 -
5 answers
What is the best gaming-appropriate desktop video card available right now for under $200?
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posted by killdevil
on Jul 13, 2012 -
4 answers
I will be traveling in Germany for a week soon, and will need a cell phone while there. I won't be able to use my personal cell phone (incompatible with Europe) but I have an unlocked GSM phone that I've used in Europe before. Please help me find a SIM card (with German phone number) that I can order now and get delivered to the US
before I leave for my trip.
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posted by intermod
on May 29, 2012 -
11 answers
I have lost my iPhone. When I look at my AT&T account there has been no activity since the last call I made. When I call my phone I get my voicemail message.
My question. If someone found the phone and removed my sim card would my voicemail still work?
posted by pianomover
on May 25, 2012 -
8 answers
Old news, but in regards to the Sony massive breach (hackers stole 77M account details, incl credit cards), how intelligent would the hackers be to remain uncaught?
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posted by gttommy
on May 10, 2012 -
3 answers
My cousin's wife just lost her baby at 4 months along. This is her second miscarriage (one full-term pregnancy in between, daughter is now 1.5 y/o). I would like to send a card or have flowers delivered, but is it appropriate?
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posted by kthxbi
on Apr 27, 2012 -
27 answers
I'm the volunteer web developer for a local non-profit and we're having a problem with our donation page. It's the problem described in
this article and
this article - what's happening is that credit card thieves are using our donation page to validate stolen credit cards.
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posted by exhilaration
on Apr 19, 2012 -
9 answers
Soccer/Football refereeing question: When watching soccer games on television I often see an immense amount of clear fouls happening in the box when there are corner kicks being taken. Why don't referees blow these fouls more often?
posted by josher71
on Apr 10, 2012 -
8 answers
Translation quickie (Korean): I have a
cute card; I'd like to know what it says before I do anything embarassing with it. Please & thanks.
posted by whatzit
on Mar 28, 2012 -
3 answers
Two SIM cards in one phone? In one iPhone? Can I really do this now and if it can be done, what hardware do you recommend?
posted by HopStopDon'tShop
on Feb 2, 2012 -
1 answer
Are there any credit cards out there that still charge interest on the outstanding balance rather than the total balance?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 26, 2012 -
5 answers
Looking for a shorter-than-usual PCI video card that has either composite or s-video out. Anyone know of one that'll work?
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posted by aerotive
on Dec 1, 2011 -
3 answers
Is there an easy way for me to run a second monitor on my computer without a new video card?
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posted by Happydaz
on Nov 16, 2011 -
7 answers
Can I purchase a prepaid T-Mobile phone from, say, Walmart, activate it with a plan, and then put that SIM card into my older off-contract T-Mobile phone and expect it to work?
posted by speedgraphic
on Nov 9, 2011 -
5 answers
When trying to read a Sandisk 16Gb Class 2 Micro SD card (on my Win7 PC through a USB reader) it will show up briefly but as soon as I try to copy any files the drive itself will disappear, meaning I can't save any of the data (or pics) from it, so I'm looking for a way to keep the drive visible to my PC so I can save the data. (The card comes from my Android HTC Desire HD which randomly dismounted itself this morning and now reports itself as 'damaged' in the phone). Any help would be greatly appreciated - thanks in advance!
posted by timpollard
on Oct 31, 2011 -
14 answers
My temporary support staff is leaving next week - and I need an on-line electronic card, or other program, where 70+ volunteers can send a note of thanks.
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posted by what's her name
on Oct 18, 2011 -
2 answers
I need the awesomest secular Christmas card ever to send out for my small business. Please show me your funny or cool suggestions.
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posted by bq
on Sep 27, 2011 -
21 answers
