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Cash App owner Block to pay $45M to settle fraud protection claims by 46 states
Summary by Tomball News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Chris Williams , as published by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - News
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The agreement requires Block to pay $45 million. A settlement has been reached between Block, the parent company of Cash App, and 46 states.
A settlement has been reached between Block, the parent company of Cash App, and 46 states. The agreement requires Block to pay $45 million.
The settlement stems from allegations that Block failed to provide adequate protection for its users against scams. As part of the agreement, Block will also be improving its fraud prevention measures and customer support.
Further details about the settlement and the allegations against Block are available from the source. The settlement amount and the improvements to be made by Block are the key points known at this time.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - News ·
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