ID theft a concern for new year

Forget about losing excess pounds -- what consumers really should resolve for the New Year is protecting their identity, security experts warn. The rise in identity theft has brought the issue to the forefront for both businesses and consumers alike and is driving the demand for stronger federal and state rules to protect personal information.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news9543.html">ID theft a concern for new year</a></p> <p>Forget about losing excess pounds -- what consumers really should resolve for the New Year is protecting their identity, security experts warn. The rise in identity theft has brought the issue to the forefront for both businesses and consumers alike and is driving the demand for stronger federal and state rules to protect personal information.</p>