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Charger Ransomware “Hiding In Plain Sight” In Google Play Store
January 25, 2017

It looks like ransomware has gotten by the safeguard in Google Play, the official Android marketplace for apps. Called Charger, the ransomware was hiding out in an app called Energy Rescue for at least one Android handset user, according to a blog post from Check...

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Wells Fargo Tipped Off Before Inspections
January 25, 2017

Wells Fargo’s fake account scandal was able to go on for so long partly because bank branches were given notification ahead of visits from Wells Fargo’s internal monitors who would do inspection of branches. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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BREAKING: TransUnion Releases New Data On Identity Theft, Fraud
January 25, 2017

As fraud and identity theft continue to evolve and become more sophisticated threats, TransUnion announced the launch of its new suite of solutions to help businesses take a holistic approach to fighting back against cybercrime. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Facing Reality: Solving For Safe Sales
January 25, 2017

When it comes to choosing a bank, for consumers, it’s increasingly about the app. It’s then up to the bank to ensure the app is safe. For the January Digital Identity Tracker™ cover story, PYMNTS spoke with Don Bergal, CMO at financial tech firm Avoka,...

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FTC Pushes Cross-Device Transparency To Consumers
January 24, 2017

In a new report, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) provided recommendations for the industry on how to support transparency and choice for consumers when using cross-device tracking technology. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Lloyds The Victim Of Denial-Of-Service Attack Two Weeks Ago
January 24, 2017

Lloyds Banking Group was reportedly the victim of a cyberattack two weeks ago that hurt online services. 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...

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EU Puts Big Bank Cybersecurity To The Test
January 24, 2017

With cyberattacks on the rise, the European Union may be taking new steps to ensure banks are at the top of their cybersecurity game. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Digital Identity Tracker: Why Banks Farm Out Mobile Security
January 24, 2017

When it comes to choosing a bank, for consumers it’s increasingly about the app. It’s then up to the bank to ensure the app is safe. For the January Digital Identity Tracker™ cover story, PYMNTS spoke with Don Bergal, CMO at financial tech firm Avoka...

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SEC To Take A Closer Look At Yahoo Breaches
January 23, 2017

Adding to its mounting list of headaches — Yahoo is now facing a probe from the Securities and Exchange Commission as to whether or not it could have acted more promptly in response to two massive data breaches that left over a billion customers’ information...