encryption

In cryptography, encryption is the process of encoding a message or information in such a way that only authorized parties can access it and those who are not authorized cannot. Encryption does not itself prevent interference, but denies the intelligible content to a would-be interceptor.

(source: en.wikipedia.org)

Facebook Messenger Begins Encryption Rollout
Facebook Messenger Begins Encryption Rollout
July 11, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

The social network giant is moving forward with an end-to-end encryption option for its Messenger service. Facebook announced on Friday (July 8) that it has...

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Is Encryption Really Working?
Is Encryption Really Working?
June 28, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

Financial services is big on encryption. With its stringent regulations, highly sensitive data and cybercriminals looking for a vulnerability to expose, it’s no surprise. But...

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Apple Rehires Encryption Expert
Apple Rehires Encryption Expert
May 25, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

Apple’s encryption battle against the FBI may have simmered down, but Apple is not backing down on further bolstering the security of its devices. The tech giant...

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Bluefin Expands Visa Data Secure Platform Merchant Reach
Bluefin Expands Visa Data Secure Platform Merchant Reach
May 04, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

Bluefin Payment Systems, which offers point-to-point encryption (P2PE) solutions to several industries, including retail and health care, said on Tuesday (May 3) that it will...

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FBI’s Bill To Crack The iPhone? $1.3M
FBI’s Bill To Crack The iPhone? $1.3M
April 22, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

FBI Director James Comey confirmed on Thursday (April 21) that the agency spent more than his salary over the next seven years and four months...

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UK Surveillance Bill Takes Aim At Tech Product Launches
UK Surveillance Bill Takes Aim At Tech Product Launches
April 20, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

The U.K. might soon get a little less friendly toward tech companies — at least, about the products they may plan to launch. As part...

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Encryption Battle Escalates With New Senate Proposal
Encryption Battle Escalates With New Senate Proposal
April 14, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

Tensions between Washington and Silicon Valley may heat up with the circulation of the latest proposal from lawmakers that would force private companies to unlock...

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White House Won’t Support Encryption Bill
White House Won’t Support Encryption Bill
April 07, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

The Apple-FBI encryption saga appears to be tempered — for now — but the debate about what role the federal government has on the subject...

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