Using a debit card at gas stations might seem convenient, but it comes with several risks that can jeopardize your financial security. From skimming devices to unexpected holds on your funds ...

Skimmers are a popular way for thieves to steal card numbers from gas pumps, ATMs and other machines that accept credit and debit cards.

The machines allow commuters to use cash, credit and debit cards to purchase an OMNY card in order to utilize the contactless fare payment method across the city’s mass transit system.