People want checking into a hotel to feel simple. Hand over your card, get your room keys, wander to the elevator. But the system behind that front desk is built for credit cards, not debit cards.

Using a debit card feels safe during ordinary errands, until a normal swipe sparks panic. Familiar places lower your guard ...

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