DENVER (KDVR) — The Better Business Bureau is warning about an increasing number of reports of the “ghost tapping” scam.
The scam targets tap-to-pay credit cards and mobile wallets. The BBB said the technology used in those transactions is generally safe, but it can be exploited in crowded spaces or in situations where a person is distracted.
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According to the BBB, “ghost tapping” is when scammers can bump into a person with a card reader or wireless payments system and secretly charge their tap-enabled card or mobile wallet.
Another way “ghost tapping” happens is when scammers area able to rush the tap payment process, hoping that the shopper will just tap and go without checking the business name or transaction amount…