Originally Posted by Oystein

That blows. I hear that SKIMMING or CLONING of cars is becoming like an epidemic now.

"Credit card cloning or skimming has become more widespread since the ?chip-and-pin? technology was introduced."

Using your ATM card at ATMs are GENERALLY ok, but you MUST hide your pin, because IF someone has installed the skimming technology on the ATM or at your local grocery store, you could get jacked if they know your PIN.

I have started using my Amex for most of my purchases and of course pay it down every month to avoid interest charges.