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- 1Chip readers urged for SNAP food benefit cards●Chip reader technology for SNAP is a worthy investment
A Nextgov/FCW opinion piece argues that equipping SNAP benefits cards with chip reader technology would be a worthwhile investment for the US government. The call reflects ongoing concerns about fraud and security gaps in the electronic benefit transfer system, which largely relies on older magnetic stripe cards that are easier to skim and clone.
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The U.S. Attorney's office in Oregon says there have been major advances in an investigation into SNAP fraud, the federal food assistance program. The announcement is drawing attention alongside unrelated NFL Week 6 chatter, including the Eagles' loss to the Panthers and breakout performances from players like Buccaneers linebacker David Walker. Details of the fraud probe have not yet been made public.