Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. ‘Ghost tapping’ scam rises, targeting tap-to-pay feature on credit cards, phones EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A cybersecurity expert ...

SALT LAKE CITY — A relatively new fraud scheme may have you thinking twice about how you protect your money. Coined as "ghost tapping," scammers are targeting people to steal money from tap-to-pay ...

HARTFORD, Conn. (WFSB) - As tap-to-pay technology becomes more common, scammers are adapting their tactics to target the new payment method through a scheme called “ghost tapping.” Unlike traditional ...

SAN ANTONIO – Tap-to-pay credit cards and digital wallets have made everyday purchases faster and more convenient, but cybersecurity experts warn that criminals are also exploiting the technology ...

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Cyber Security Strategist at Guidepoint Security, Paul Keeler, joined us in the KFOR studio on Wednesday to bring more awareness to scammers and how they are targeting people.

Ghost Tapping is a scheme that allows scammers to charge debit and credit cards without physical contact. This typically happens in crowded areas, like malls, sporting events, concerts, and bars. The ...

Posted: January 22, 2026 | Last updated: January 22, 2026 A cybersecurity expert told KTSM that “ghost tapping” scams, which exploit the tap-to-pay feature on mobile phones and credit cards, increased ...

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