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Cash App owner Block to pay $45M to settle fraud protection claims by 46 states
Summary by Barton Creek News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Chris Williams , as published by FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· July 10, 2026
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Key points The company will pay $45 million as part of the agreement. 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 company will pay $45 million as part of the agreement.
The settlement stems from allegations that Block failed to provide adequate protection for its users against scams. As a result of the settlement, 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 agreement marks a resolution to the claims made by the 46 states, with Block committing to enhance its services to better protect users.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
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