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๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Arrested for serious fraud - suspected of booking trips for 400,000 kronor with others' cards

A man has been arrested for serious fraud after allegedly booking vacations using the credit card information of others, with total charges amounting to around 400,000 kronor.

Mar 21 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A bill is being promoted to set a cap on interest rates on credit cards and bank loans

A new legislative initiative in Argentina aims to cap interest rates on credit cards and bank loans to alleviate the financial burden on families.

Mar 18 โ€ข 22:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis gives savers 'ยฃ1,000 rule' over credit card money switch

Finance expert Martin Lewis discusses the 'ยฃ1,000 rule' for savers regarding credit card debt in his latest BBC podcast.

Mar 17 โ€ข 01:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Brits name best and worst financial advice as they slam 'just use a credit card'

A recent survey reveals that many Brits identify emergency savings and living within one's means as the best financial advice, contrasting sharply with advice to spend freely or use credit cards irresponsibly.

Mar 16 โ€ข 15:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Major debit and credit card change for millions of UK shoppers from Thursday

A significant change regarding contactless payment limits for UK shoppers will take effect from March 19, allowing banks to set their own limits.

Mar 16 โ€ข 09:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

You Can Get Money by Swiping Your Card โ€“ Here's How to Take Advantage of It

This article discusses a little-known benefit of using credit cards to earn money, featuring insights from an expert on how to maximize this opportunity.

Mar 14 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Melbourne to finally get Myki-less public transport on Monday โ€“ but only on four train lines

Melbourne is set to introduce contactless payments for public transport on four train lines, allowing commuters to use debit or credit cards instead of the Myki card starting Monday.

Mar 14 โ€ข 00:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Stamp Tax: the City officially announced tax relief for those financed with cards

Buenos Aires has eliminated a 1.2% stamp tax on credit card financing to ease the financial burden on users making minimum payments.

Mar 13 โ€ข 20:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Ticketless travel trial set to start in Victoria

A public trial of ticketless travel using smart phones and credit cards will begin on selected train lines in Victoria, Australia, following delays due to operator changes.

Mar 13 โ€ข 20:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Acipi launches Concilia+, solution for credit card sales control

Acipi has introduced Concilia+, a new solution aimed at helping companies manage and analyze their credit card transactions more efficiently.

Mar 13 โ€ข 18:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Vorcaro spent more than R$ 100 million on credit cards from 2019 to 2025

Daniel Vorcaro, the owner of Banco Master, allegedly spent R$ 104.4 million on credit cards from 2019 to 2025 and was recently arrested due to suspected financial fraud.

Mar 12 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Ushuaia adds credit and debit card payments for bus travel: how does it work?

Ushuaia has introduced the option to pay for bus rides using credit and debit cards, in addition to the existing SUBE card system.

Mar 9 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

Take care of your economy

The article discusses the importance of financial discipline in managing credit and debit cards to avoid economic hardships in the long term.

Mar 6 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Dollars with Cards: Foreign Currency Payments for Tourism Abroad Set Another Record in Eight Years

Argentina recorded a record high in credit card payments in dollars for overseas tourism during the summer holidays.

Mar 5 โ€ข 13:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Money laundering, stolen credit cards, destroyed servers... the unpredictable fall of YggTorrent, the French fortress of illegal downloading

YggTorrent, a major platform for illegal downloading in France, has been hacked and shut down, with a hacker claiming to have stolen thousands of credit card details.

Mar 4 โ€ข 20:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Daily Commission or Rotating Rate: The Silent Battle in Credit Cards

In Mexico, credit cards, used by over 35 million people, come with different charge structures that can significantly influence the final cost of credit.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Why capping credit card interest rates will kill credit for working families

The article argues that capping credit card interest rates could lead to unintended consequences that harm working families and small businesses by reducing supply.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

From LPG and PAN to Credit Cards... 5 Major Changes Will Be Implemented in the Country from April 1

Starting April 1, India will see five significant changes affecting various sectors, including LPG prices and new tax rules.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Does it have a 'Carrefour Pass' card? The Supreme Court rules in favor of customers in the first collective lawsuit against 'revolving' cards

The Supreme Court of Spain has ruled in favor of customers in a landmark case against Carrefour's revolving credit cards, allowing for the recovery of excessive interest charges.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Supreme Court rules on the first collective lawsuit against revolving credit cards

The Spanish Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a collective lawsuit against revolving credit cards, citing a lack of transparency in their practices.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

BBC expert's major Amazon and eBay credit card purchase warning

A BBC expert warns consumers to be cautious when using credit cards on shopping and holiday booking platforms due to potential loopholes in consumer protection.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
World

They took away their credit cards, Google, and Airbnb reservations. ICC judges face US sanctions

Eleven top officials of the International Criminal Court, including eight judges and three prosecutors, are facing US sanctions due to their investigation into war crimes in Afghanistan and for other reasons.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Senator Elizabeth Warren: President Trump's broken promise on credit cards

Senator Elizabeth Warren criticizes President Trump for failing to cap credit card interest rates, which could save American families significant money.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

4 in 10 Canadians used credit cards more last year than in 2024: report

A recent report reveals that a significant portion of Canadians have increased their reliance on credit cards, with many struggling to make payments beyond the minimum.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Life & Tech

Best Credit Card Casinos: 15 Gambling Sites That Accept Visa and Mastercard in 2026

A guide to the best credit card casinos of 2026, highlighting safe, fast, and reputable gambling sites that accept Visa and Mastercard.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
World

Credit cards cancelled, Google accounts closed: ICC judges on life under Trump sanctions

The article discusses the impact of Donald Trump's administration's sanctions on judges of the International Criminal Court, particularly focusing on Kimberly Prost's experience with the cancellation of her financial accounts and the implications for the court's authority.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Delivery App Fees Favoring Small Businesses Like Credit Cards... Will the 'Food Delivery Act' Gain Traction?

The article discusses the burden of delivery app fees on small food businesses in South Korea and the potential legislative measures to alleviate this financial strain.

Feb 18 โ€ข 06:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

London outmaneuvers the US on cards to curb Visa's dominance

The UK is seeking alternatives to American credit giants Visa and Mastercard in response to potential pressures from the US.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Credit card rates hit 'eye watering' record high amid 'toxic mix' warning

Credit card rates in the UK have reached a record high, significantly impacting millions of customers with unprecedented borrowing costs.

Feb 17 โ€ข 18:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Warning to people using one type of card as cost at '20-year high'

The average credit card purchase APR in the UK has reached a 20-year high of 35.8%, prompting concerns for borrowers regarding their debt.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
World

The dollar and its dominance over the world economy: why the USA can block our credit cards and put banks in difficulty

The article discusses the impact of U.S. financial sanctions on individuals and institutions and highlights a case where an ICC judge faced severe financial restrictions due to a legal decision against Israeli officials.

Feb 16 โ€ข 07:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The dark spiral of Julia Simon, the French hope in Milan-Cortina condemned for defrauding her own teammates

French biathlete Julia Simon has been condemned for defrauding her teammates by misusing their credit cards to make over two thousand euros in purchases.

Feb 15 โ€ข 20:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis issues 'important' 1p credit card 'warning' as Brits may get caught out

Martin Lewis warns that ignoring credit card guidelines could lead to financial losses for British consumers.

Feb 15 โ€ข 01:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

See precautions that can help avoid losses with cards and cell phones during Carnival

Experts offer safety tips for protecting cell phones and credit cards during Brazil's Carnival season amidst rising theft incidents.

Feb 14 โ€ข 00:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Some credit cards have a feature that many do not know about โ€“ up to 50 euros off the final bill

Certain credit cards come with lesser-known features that can significantly reduce the monthly bill if utilized correctly.

Feb 13 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Aura Salla from the National Coalition Party warns: Credit cards have a hidden kill switch

Aura Salla, a Member of the European Parliament from Finland, warns that credit card payments in Europe could be halted by political decisions due to a hidden 'kill switch' feature in credit card technologies.

Feb 12 โ€ข 06:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

More than 200 social program cards seized in the house of a loan shark suspect in the interior of SP

Over 200 credit and social benefit cards were seized by the Civil Police in a raid on a loan shark suspect's home in Paraguaรงu Paulista, SP.

Feb 11 โ€ข 22:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Pix is expected to be the payment method in 50% of transactions in e-commerce by 2028, says study

The instant payment system Pix is projected to account for half of e-commerce transactions in Brazil by 2028, reflecting its rapid rise over traditional credit cards.

Feb 10 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Owners of card machines are arrested in operation against purchases with stolen cards in Piauรญ

In Piauรญ, Brazil, police arrested three individuals involved in an operation targeting fraudulent credit card transactions using stolen cards.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

It is #FAKE that the Revenue Service will suspend bank accounts and credit cards due to alleged 'Active Debt of the Union' or overdue taxes

A claim circulating on social media that the Brazilian Revenue Service will suspend bank accounts and credit cards for unpaid taxes is false.

Feb 10 โ€ข 08:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

New Scam: You Take Care of Nothing, the Phone Reads the Card Itself. And You're Out of Money

A new scam tactic involves phones automatically reading credit cards without user knowledge, leaving victims without their money.

Feb 10 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Even debt adjusters can use deferred transport check cards

Individuals with low credit scores undergoing debt adjustment will now be able to use deferred transport check cards and access new credit card options to ease financial burdens.

Feb 9 โ€ข 00:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

The Age of AI Agents and Card Payments [Hello, Crypto]

The article discusses the growing role of AI agents in managing transactions and reservations, raising questions about the adaptability of existing payment systems like credit cards.

Feb 8 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Mercado Pago sells Anitta's clothing for R$250 in an effort to expand credit card user base

Mercado Pago is selling outfits worn by singer Anitta during her "Ensaios da Anitta" tour, exclusively to credit card users, starting at R$250 each with a limit of one per person.

Feb 5 โ€ข 17:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Florida hospital worker allegedly stole wallet from 94-year-old patient, racked up $500 on credit cards

A hospital worker in Florida was arrested for stealing a 94-year-old patient's wallet and using her credit cards to spend over $500.

Feb 4 โ€ข 19:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Itaรบ and Mastercard suffer new defeat in court action regarding digital wallets

The 14th Chamber of Private Law of the Rio de Janeiro Court of Justice unanimously decided to maintain a lower court ruling requiring Itaรบ and Mastercard to stop obstructing or blocking the use of their credit cards in digital wallets as a payment method.

Feb 3 โ€ข 22:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Spain plans to ban credits and cards activated without the express consent of the customer

The Spanish Ministry of Economy is preparing a draft law to prohibit any granting of credit without the express consent of the consumer, aiming to stop financial practices that create undue economic pressure on clients.

Feb 3 โ€ข 18:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Secured While Traveling: Why Credit Card Insurance Often Fails on Vacation

This article discusses the gaps in travel insurance provided by premium credit cards, particularly focusing on business cards and longer trips.

Feb 3 โ€ข 06:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Secured while traveling: Why credit card insurances often fail on vacation

Expensive credit cards advertise comprehensive insurance packages, but the protection is often inadequate, especially for business cards and long trips.

Feb 3 โ€ข 06:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Sen. Bernie Sanders: We need to cap credit card interest rates at 10%, Trump is right

Senator Bernie Sanders argues for capping credit card interest rates at 10% in light of growing wealth inequality in America, stating that the wealthiest individuals continue to amass vast fortunes while the working class suffers.

Feb 2 โ€ข 10:00 UTC

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