# Identify Theft Prevention and Multi-Factor Authentication: The Mecca Minute

Published 2020-04-05 · Updated 2026-07-23 · Professional AV on MarketScale
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> Are you confused about identity theft prevention?   If so, you aren’t alone. Over 15 million residents in the US have their identities stolen each year. Clearly this type of crime in America is an epidemic, but what can be done for identity theft prevention? On this edition of The Mecca Minute, host…

## Are you confused about identity theft prevention?

If so, you aren’t alone. Over [15 million residents](https://www.lifelock.com/learn-identity-theft-resources-how-common-is-identity-theft.html) in the US have their identities stolen each year. Clearly this type of crime in America is an epidemic, but what can be done for identity theft prevention? On this edition of The Mecca Minute, host Gerry Mecca breaks down some tips, like multi-factor authentication, on how to reduce the risk of becoming a victim.

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#### [Gerry Mecca](https://marketscale.com/industries/food-and-beverage/marketscale-mornings-gerry-mecca-on-the-evolution-of-it-in-business/) is currently with The [EKG Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ekg-group/about/) and as the former VP of IT at Keurig Dr. Pepper.

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