Cybersecurity

Computer security, cybersecurity or information technology security is the protection of computer systems from the theft of or damage to their hardware, software, or electronic data, as well as from the disruption or misdirection of the services they provide.

(source: en.wikipedia.org)

How the World’s Most Urgent Risks Could Impact Payments
How the World’s Most Urgent Risks Could Impact Payments
January 11, 2024  |  Safety and Security

Systemic shifts are taking place across the global economy, bringing with them new, urgent risks. But importantly, within the many era-defining changes underway, including the...

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Consumers Look at Security First, Fees Second When Opening a Bank Account
Consumers Look at Security First, Fees Second When Opening a Bank Account
January 10, 2024  |  Banking

After two years of persistent inflation and economic uncertainty, consumers have adopted a range of conservative attitudes across consumer products and services. This includes seeking...

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loanDepot Says Cybersecurity Incident Accessed Some Systems, Encrypted Data
loanDepot Says Cybersecurity Incident Accessed Some Systems, Encrypted Data
January 08, 2024  |  Cybersecurity

Mortgage company loanDepot experienced a cybersecurity incident on Monday (Jan. 8). In a cyber incident update posted on its website on Monday at 6 a.m. ET and remaining there...

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New York State Comptroller Raises Concerns About Crypto-Focused BitLicense Program
New York State Comptroller Raises Concerns About Crypto-Focused BitLicense Program
January 08, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

The Office of the New York State Comptroller raised concerns about the Department of Financial Services’ oversight of the cryptocurrency industry. The office released a...

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NIST Says Defending AI Systems From Cyberattacks ‘Hasn’t Been Solved’
NIST Says Defending AI Systems From Cyberattacks ‘Hasn’t Been Solved’
January 05, 2024  |  Artificial Intelligence

New technologies bring with them new opportunities — and new threats. As we enter the new year, many eyes are on the transformative potential of...

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Misinformation Fears Surge as Increasing Gen AI Use in Finance Amplifies Risks
Misinformation Fears Surge as Increasing Gen AI Use in Finance Amplifies Risks
January 05, 2024  |  Artificial Intelligence

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is continuing to evolve. From predictive algorithms to personalized recommendations, AI has woven itself into the fabric of consumers’ daily lives,...

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A Third of Consumers Cite Security for Avoiding Mobile Bill Payments
A Third of Consumers Cite Security for Avoiding Mobile Bill Payments
January 04, 2024  |  Mobile Wallets

Mobile wallets have gained significant popularity in recent years, providing consumers with a convenient and fast way to make purchases without the need for cash...

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Intellicheck Debuts Updates for Digital Identity Verification Tools
Intellicheck Debuts Updates for Digital Identity Verification Tools
January 04, 2024  |  Digital Identity

Identity verification company Intellicheck has rolled out enhancements for digital users of its identity platform. “Clients integrating the new Capture process can be up and running with no more...

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Aqua Security Raises $60 Million for Cloud-Native Security Solution
Aqua Security Raises $60 Million for Cloud-Native Security Solution
January 03, 2024  |  Cybersecurity

Cloud-native security provider Aqua Security has secured $60 million in funding in an extension of its Series E round, achieving a valuation above $1 billion. With...

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