Consumer Reports

Rhoda Karpatkin, Who Led Consumer Reports for Decades, Dies at 93

The first woman to be named executive director of Consumers Union, the publisher of Consumer Reports, she expanded its readership and its influence in Washington.

By Sam Roberts

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Watch Out for ‘Junk’ Fees When Booking Travel Online

Hotels and airlines struggling to recoup their losses from the pandemic have been including more hidden charges. Don’t fall for them.

By Brian X. Chen

Banking and Financial Institutions Cash App (Mobile App) Consumer Reports Content Type: Service Frauds and Swindling Mobile Commerce and Payments Personal Finances Privacy Regulation and Deregulation of Industry Venmo

Easy to Use, Mobile Payment Apps Are Also Easy to Misuse

While they have taken steps to help prevent mishaps, a new report finds they offer few protections if, for instance, users accidentally send money to the wrong person.

By Ann Carrns

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The Downsides of Using ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’

Shoppers can quickly get approved for the services, but regulators are concerned that the loans lack important protections.

By Ann Carrns