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Minnesotans warned of "ghost tapping" scams stealing funds from tap-to-pay cards in crowded areas.
The Better Business Bureau is warning Minnesotans about a rising scam called "ghost tapping," where criminals use wireless devices to steal funds from tap-to-pay cards or phones without physical contact, often in crowded places like festivals or markets.
The scam exploits close-range transaction data, making it hard to detect.
Authorities urge vigilance during the holiday shopping season, advising people to keep distance during payments, avoid high-pressure donation requests—especially from unfamiliar charities—and monitor accounts for unauthorized charges.
The FBI also recommends verifying the legitimacy of any unsolicited payment requests.
Los residentes de Minnesota advirtieron de estafas de "escaneo fantasma" que roban fondos de tarjetas de pago en áreas llenas de gente.