Christopher Maag

Christopher Maag

Contributing writer for Credit.com, Chris graduated with honors from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, and has reported for a number of publications including The New York Times, TIME magazine and Popular Mechanics.

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Senate Hears Obama's Internet Privacy Ideas
Identity Theft and Scams

Senate Hears Obama's Internet Privacy Ideas

The Obama administration has introduced a new set of rules aimed at boosting Internet security.

Christopher Maag

Report: States Let Banks Charge Unemployed Workers "Junk" Fees
prepaid debit cards

Report: States Let Banks Charge Unemployed Workers "Junk" Fees

People who are receiving unemployment benefits on prepaid cards are getting hit with exorbitant hidden fees.

Christopher Maag

Epsilon Chief Plays Down Massive Data Breach
identity theft

Epsilon Chief Plays Down Massive Data Breach

Epsilon Chief Plays Down Massive Data Breach

Christopher Maag

Fake Payday Loan Collector Scam Continues
Managing Debt

Fake Payday Loan Collector Scam Continues

A consumer gets threatening phone calls from fraudsters pretending to be debt collectors.

Christopher Maag

Turn Your Phone Into a Credit Card Swiper
Credit Cards

Turn Your Phone Into a Credit Card Swiper

Thanks to Square, you will be able to turn your cell phone into a credit card swipe machine.

Christopher Maag