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BLOCK SETTLES $45M FRAUD CASE WITH 46 STATES

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
THU, JUL 9, 2026

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Block, the parent company of Cash App, agreed to pay $45 million to resolve a multistate investigation into misleading fraud protection claims. State attorneys general found the company falsely advertised that Cash App offered bank-like protections and advanced fraud detection.

The settlement covers investigations by 46 state attorneys general who determined Block misrepresented Cash App's security features to users. The company claimed the payment app provided protections comparable to traditional banks, which regulators said was inaccurate. Cash App users faced fraud losses without adequate recourse, according to the investigation. Block did not admit wrongdoing as part of the settlement. The $45 million penalty reflects growing regulatory scrutiny of fintech platforms over consumer protection claims. Cash App remains one of the most popular peer-to-peer payment services in the U.S., with millions of active users. This settlement adds to Block's recent regulatory challenges. The company has faced multiple investigations into Cash App's safety measures and customer service practices across various jurisdictions.

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