fraud

Fraud is intentional deception to secure unfair or unlawful gain, or to deprive a victim of a legal right. Fraud can violate civil law, a criminal law, or it may cause no loss of money, property or legal right but still be an element of another civil or criminal wrong.

ISIS Wants Greenbacks — And That’s A Worrisome Sign

ISIS Wants Greenbacks — And That’s A Worrisome Sign
ISIS Wants Greenbacks — And That’s A Worrisome Sign
February 17, 2016  |  International

Here’s the good news: ISIS is strapped for cash and morale is low. Here’s the bad news: ISIS is strapped for cash and morale is...

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The New Banking ATM Malware On The Block
The New Banking ATM Malware On The Block
February 10, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

Earlier this week, security firm Kaspersky Labs detailed new attacks on financial institutions, comprised of three separate campaigns known as Metel, GCMAN and Carbanak. Get the...

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NCR Warns Of ATM Skimmer Attacks
NCR Warns Of ATM Skimmer Attacks
February 10, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

In the world where cybercriminals steal identities, where cryptocurrency is making inroads and where mobile devices can pay with a tap or a wave, it...

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China’s $7.6B Ponzi Scam Exposes Online Finance Risks
China’s $7.6B Ponzi Scam Exposes Online Finance Risks
February 04, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

In the latest Ponzi scheme of size and of headlines, the news of a $7.6 billion fraud emanating out of China exposes the risks of...

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US-Linked Hacker Pleads Guilty To Credit Card Data Theft
US-Linked Hacker Pleads Guilty To Credit Card Data Theft
January 22, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

Federal prosecutors confirmed a Ukrainian hacker, who has previously been accused of trying to frame a well-known U.S. cybersecurity expert, pled guilty to committing cybercrimes...

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Banks’ Biggest Threats In 2016
Banks’ Biggest Threats In 2016
December 31, 2015  |  News

The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday (Dec. 30) that a survey of banking experts yielded some predictions of what to expect in terms of risk in 2016....

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