New York has recently decided to adopt chip-and-pin cards in an effort to protect low-income individuals from skimming devices that steal money allocated for food assistance. The state joins a small group of others making the switch to enhance security measures and prevent these fraudulent activities.
Chip-and-pin cards work by encrypting the transaction data, making it more difficult for scammers to access personal information and steal funds. By implementing this technology, New York aims to empower individuals who rely on food assistance programs by ensuring that their benefits are safe and secure from cyber threats.
Original Source: New York Times