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Prepaid card users to get more protections

Apr 8, 2019
The protections for prepaid debit cards are now the same as those extended to users of debit cards tied to bank accounts.
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Atlanta stadium takes a swipe at cash

Mar 19, 2019
Experts say more venues with large crowds could soon be experimenting with going cashless.
Experts say more venues with large crowds could soon be experimenting with going cashless.
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Celebrities get out of the prepaid card business

Aug 15, 2014
There are some things a famous name just can’t seem to sell.

Obamacare plan shows popularity of prepaid debit cards

Aug 29, 2013
The government will require insurers to accept prepaid debit cards as payment for insurance under Obamacare.
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New Bluebird prepaid card is alternative to checking accounts

Oct 9, 2012
Walmart and American Express have teamed up to offer the new Bluebird card. They say it should help people avoid the high fees on checking accounts and debit cards.