The ongoing Cash App glitch of 2023, explained

In 2023, Cash App users faced two significant glitches.

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The first error occurred in June and caused Cash Card users to get double charged for purchases.

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The second glitch in September allowed users to add large sums to their Cash App balance without affecting their bank accounts.

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Some who exploited the glitch may now have debt after it was fixed and possibly face legal consequences due to violating Cash App's terms.

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