I had reported that identity thieves can actually scan your credit cards from a distance without even touching you. However, they can't read the issuing bank's code. Some high end retailers are now selling a carbon composite wallet to block remote scanning of your cards or your ID.

Another scam is where a buyer on eBay will "accidentally" overpay you a large sum and then ask or demand that you send the refund to some hotel room. Checking your bank account confirms that the funds are actually in your account so you will send the refund only to find yourself in the middle of a stolen credit card fraud action.