This Infographic Exposes Unknown Threats That We Carry in Our Wallets
Jonathon Brown — January 15, 2013 — Social Good
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This infographic details the unknown threats you probably carry around in your wallet with you every day and gives you easy tips to protect yourself. This list isn't about keeping things in your wallet like razor blades that will physically hurt you, but instead unknown threats that, if taken into the wrong hands, could cause you a lot of problems.
The first on this list of unknown threats is our social security card. Most people have no idea that carrying around their social security card is a big no no. All a thief needs is your social security number and they can start the process of stealing your identity. So, if you lose your wallet and it has your social security card in it, watch out.
Another fairly simple thing to avoid having in your wallet is a password cheat sheet.
The first on this list of unknown threats is our social security card. Most people have no idea that carrying around their social security card is a big no no. All a thief needs is your social security number and they can start the process of stealing your identity. So, if you lose your wallet and it has your social security card in it, watch out.
Another fairly simple thing to avoid having in your wallet is a password cheat sheet.
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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3. Data Privacy - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create privacy-focused technologies and services that empower individuals to control their personal data.
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