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Rise in Fraud Cases and New Protections

As fraud cases surge, particularly in the UK, new regulations mandate banks to reimburse victims of authorised push payment (APP) fraud up to £85,000 within five days. Despite a slight decrease in total losses, the number of reported fraud cases has increased significantly, prompting calls for enhanced consumer protection measures.

Rare Pokémon Card Theft Resolved

A rare Charizard Pokémon card, valued between £20,000 and £30,000, was stolen in East Sussex and later recovered by Sussex Police. A 23-year-old man was arrested and admitted to the theft, expressing remorse during police interviews. Meanwhile, a new Pokémon Trading Card Game app has gained popularity among players.