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Google Dials Up Nest Security With Two-Factor Authentication
March 08, 2017

Connected thermostat maker Nest rolled out two-factor authentication support through a software update on Tuesday (March 7). 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...

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Myriad Connect Launches Tool To Combat SIM Swap Fraud
March 08, 2017

Myriad Connect, the mobile operators’ service provider, announced Tuesday (Mar. 7) the launch of a new service designed to counter SIM swap fraud, which is a growing threat that’s costing banks and mobile network providers millions of dollars. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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How Organized Crime Is Going Digital
March 08, 2017

It was only a matter of time before crime mob bosses began to embrace cybertheft. 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,...

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PSCU Combats Call Center Fraud With Pindrop
March 08, 2017

Credit union service provider PSCU recently announced a proactive partnership to fight against call center fraud — the act of a criminal impersonating a consumer or consumers via phone channels as a means to acquire access to sensitive account data and funds. Get the Full...

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WikiLeaks: CIA Spying Via Popular Smart Devices
March 08, 2017

New revelations are coming to light about the U.S. government’s hacking tools. 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...

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Turkey Opens Antitrust Inquiry Into Google And Android OS
March 07, 2017

Turkey has opened an inquiry into whether Google’s Android software ran afoul of the antitrust rules in the country. 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...

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Consumer Reports To Start Rating Security, Privacy Of Connected Devices
March 07, 2017

Consumer Reports announced Monday (Mar. 6) that it is gearing up to rate consumer appliances based on their security and privacy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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Russian Hackers Suspected Of Blackmailing Liberal Groups
March 07, 2017

According to sources familiar with FBI and private security efforts, Russian hackers are hard at work scouring the emails of liberal groups in a search for details embarrassing enough to pay hush money over. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Waymo Lawsuit Against Uber Creates Awkward Situation For Google Ventures
March 07, 2017

Alphabet, Google’s parent company, has reportedly lodged a lawsuit against leading taxi hailing app Uber for what it claims is theft of its trade secrets. That lawsuit, however, could hurt its venture arm, which invested in Uber. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...