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Security & Fraud
POS Malware Is An Industry Unto Itself
June 24, 2016

There’s a common misconception about data thieves that because their chosen methods are perceived to be high-tech, their behaviors will always be similarly sophisticated as well. However, much like breaking and entering in the real world, hackers are always going to take the path of...

Payment Methods
New York Eyes Payroll Debit Cards
June 24, 2016

The New York State Department of Labor said earlier this month through a published proposed rule that current consents are invalid for direct deposit and must be reinstated by employees. The comment period is through July 15 of this year. Get the Full Story Complete the...

Merchant Innovation
GM And Lyft To Expand Rental Program
June 24, 2016

When news broke months ago that ride-hailing service Lyft and Big Four automaker GM had signed a deal to jointly invest in a future of self-driving cars, the very idea of these two companies working together seemed anathema. However, aspects of that partnership are already...

Global EMV Chip Cards Approach 5 Billion
June 24, 2016

Global technical body EMVCo has released its updated report on the number of EMV chip payment cards, saying that the figure has increased 1.4 billion in a year’s time. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

OT Launches Multi-Payment Dual Interface Card
June 24, 2016

Oberthur Technologies (OT), a provider of embedded security software products and services, has rolled out a multi-payment dual interface card. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

Security & Fraud
How SecurityScorecard Is Like The Google Of Cybersecurity
June 24, 2016

Cloud cybersecurity provider SecurityScorecard announced on Thursday (June 23) that it locked down $20 million in Series B funding. The financing round was led by GV (formerly Google Ventures) with participation from existing investors, the company said in a statement. Get the Full Story Complete...

International
The Brexit Is Reality
June 24, 2016

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Security & Fraud
Corporate Ransomware Targets Surging
June 24, 2016

The number of business users impacted by ransomware is on the rise. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

Discover Joins The ‘Quick Chip’ Bandwagon
June 24, 2016

“Quick Chip” seems to be the trendiest phrase in the financial services industry when it comes to EMV migration. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...