IOT

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a system of interrelated computing devices, mechanical and digital machines, objects, animals or people that are provided with unique identifiers (UIDs) and the ability to transfer data over a network without requiring human-to-human or human-to-computer interaction.

Source: en.wikipedia.org

Apple Files Patent To Securely Access Siri From The Home Button

Apple Files Patent To Securely Access Siri From The Home Button
Apple Files Patent To Securely Access Siri From The Home Button
April 06, 2017  |  Security & Fraud

Being able to access Siri from the lock screen has created a potential security risk, but Apple thinks it has the answer via a combination...

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Are Samsung TVs Hiding Major Hacking Flaws?
Are Samsung TVs Hiding Major Hacking Flaws?
April 05, 2017  |  Security & Fraud

Security researchers in Israel have discovered serious vulnerabilities in the operating system used by Samsung in its smart televisions, smart watches and mobile devices, Fortune...

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Car Commerce Tracker: Investment Activity
Car Commerce Tracker: Investment Activity
April 04, 2017  |  Internet of Things

As the consumer and financial world learns more of its connected car future, tech and automotive companies are forming new partnerships and upping investments to...

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Any IoT Device Can Get Hacked — Even Dishwashers
Any IoT Device Can Get Hacked — Even Dishwashers
April 03, 2017  |  Internet of Things

Cyberattacks know no bounds. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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CaixaBank, Global Partners To Open Payment Innovation Hub In Spain
CaixaBank, Global Partners To Open Payment Innovation Hub In Spain
March 31, 2017  |  Payments Innovation

CaixaBank, Global Payments, Visa, Samsung and BNP Paribas’ subsidiary Arval have joined forces to set up Spain’s “first” payment innovation hub, according to Banking Technology. Get...

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Mastercard Boosts Security With Acquisition Of NuData
Mastercard Boosts Security With Acquisition Of NuData
March 30, 2017  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

Mastercard announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire NuData Security, a global technology company that helps businesses prevent online and mobile fraud...

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Oracle Retail: Shoppers Value Control In Retail Technologies
Oracle Retail: Shoppers Value Control In Retail Technologies
March 24, 2017  |  Retail

A new study from Oracle revealed that consumers are more willing to engage with brands that offer new retail technology if they are able to...

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Voice-Activated Tracker: Fresh Voices
Voice-Activated Tracker: Fresh Voices
March 24, 2017  |  Voice Activation

Given the sheer volume of news, updates, skills and integrations, it may have been more fitting at times to title a few past editions Alexa...

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Can IoT-Based Carts Lure Online Shoppers Out Of Hibernation?
Can IoT-Based Carts Lure Online Shoppers Out Of Hibernation?
March 24, 2017  |  Intelligence of Things

What’s in your shopping cart? How about intelligence? For the March Intelligence of Things (IoT) Tracker™, PYMNTS spoke with Wendy Roberts, CEO of robotics firm...

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