KGW8

Gov. Kotek proposes funding transition to EBT cards with smart chips to boost security

PORTLAND, Ore. — Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek wants state lawmakers to take steps to strengthen the security of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards, which have been a persistent target for skimming ...
The Hindu

Unified Shakti smart card planned to enable seamless travel on BMTC buses and Namma Metro for women

Women commuters in Bengaluru may soon be able to use a single smart card for both free bus travel and Namma Metro journeys, with the State government planning to introduce a Shakti Scheme smart card ...
CNET

Visa Wants to Let You Give ChatGPT Your Credit Card. What Could Go Wrong?

AI is being positioned as a helpful tool to save us time, but that convenience comes at a cost when our personal information is at risk. And shopping is personal. While AI may be used to research, ...
Washington Examiner

WMATA celebrates America 250 with new Smart Trip cards and merch

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority General Manager Randy Clarke announced that Metro will be rolling out new Smart Trip cards and merchandise ahead of America 250 on Wednesday. Clarke ...
Variety

‘Hacks’: Jean Smart’s ‘Queen of Hearts’ Party Dress Was Made From Real Playing Cards That Were Hand-Stitched On

Costume designers of HBO shows break down key outfits and looks from the season. “Hacks” costume designer Kathleen Felix-Hager came across the script for Episode 3 of the show’s final season, and ...
IGN

Every New Card and Theme in Magic: The Gathering's Marvel Super Heroes Jumpstart Set

Magic: The Gathering’s Marvel Super Heroes crossover set is right around the corner, and with it comes a brand new edition of Jumpstart with 51 different theme packs to mash together. We’ve got an ...
Deccan Chronicle

Mahalakshmi Smart Cards To Be Launched On June 2

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will launch the Mahalakshmi Smart Cards on June 2, coinciding with Telangana Formation Day, to modernise free bus travel for women in TGSRTC buses.
The Guardian

US green card applicants will now have to return to home countries to apply, DHS says

Change criticized by advocates marks the latest significant move by the Trump administration on immigration policy Foreigners seeking to adjust their immigration status in the United States to secure ...
CNN

30 years after Kristin Smart vanished, a new search renews hope for answers. Here’s what we know

It’s been 30 years since Kristin Smart’s family last saw her smile light up a room. The college freshman vanished from California Polytechnic State University’s San Luis Obispo campus over Memorial ...
U.S. News & World Report

Still Need to Notify Your Credit Card Company If You're Going On a Trip? It Depends.

Travel notices can help prevent your credit card transactions from being declined when you're on vacation. Some major credit issuers like American Express, Chase and Capital One no longer ask for ...
Sports Illustrated

Hobby Education: Traits That Smart Buyers Evaluate Before Buying Cards (Part 2)

Welcome to Part Two in this short series where we explore multiple elements, beyond just a cards grade, that smart buyers should consider before they pull the trigger. Part One can be found at Hobby ...