Preventing “ghost-tapping” payment card scams

“Ghost-tapping” is a payment card scam exploiting contactless technology. Criminals use a hidden reader to wirelessly scan card details from NFC-enabled (Near Field Communication-enabled) cards. These cards allow short-range wireless communication within 1-2 inches. Scammers often do this in crowded public places. Victims don’t realize their card is being scanned until unauthorized charges appear. To…