Banking stories - Page 40
2021 open season for attackers as compromised data increases
Thu, 27th Jan 2022
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malware
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ransomware
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data analytics
Ransomware attacks and data breaches soared in 2021, with a 17% increase in reported compromises. Totality Services offers tips to minimize risks.
COVID-19 vax most popular topic for phishing attacks in 2021
Thu, 27th Jan 2022
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
While phishing attacks remain a consistent threat to online security, attackers are switching up the topics they use to bait unsuspecting victims.
Phishing emails in Q421 focused on everyday tasks - research
Wed, 26th Jan 2022
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it training
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phishing
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email security
Phishing emails in the last quarter of 2021 were primarily focused on users' everyday tasks, new research has found.
Check Point Research reveals botnets on the rise, software vendors hit hard by cyber attacks
Wed, 26th Jan 2022
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advanced persistent threat protection
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botnet
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threat intelligence
Software vendors experience largest year-on-year growth at 146% in 2021, according to Check Point Research's Security Report.
Protecting Australia’s critical infrastructure with AI
Wed, 26th Jan 2022
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ddos
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ai security
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ai
Australia's critical infrastructure, including power grids, is under constant threat from cyber attacks, according to Darktrace's Tony Jarvis.
Experts weigh in on how to protect yourself against banking scammers
Tue, 25th Jan 2022
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fintech
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cybersecurity
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finance, leasing & rental
Over 470 people lose $8.5 million in SMS phishing scam; Singapore Police Force impersonators attempt another. Online security is crucial. #cybersecurity.
Beijing investment bank backs Keppel Data Centre investment fund
Mon, 24th Jan 2022
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hyperscale
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dc
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colocation
Investment fund behind Keppel Data Centers secures $1.1bn from investors, including Beijing-based investment bank.
Personetics raises $85M, expands operations in Australia
Fri, 21st Jan 2022
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investment
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financial institutions
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funding
Personetics raises $85m from Thoma Bravo, doubling its valuation to over $160m and expanding operations in Australia.
Older people targeted by ransomware while young adults fall for TikTok scams
Thu, 20th Jan 2022
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malware
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ransomware
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email security
New research by Avast shows that different generations in New Zealand are targeted by different online threats based on their primary device.
How open banking benefits customers, banks – and cybercriminals
Tue, 18th Jan 2022
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ddos
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fintech
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api
Australia's move towards open banking has been hindered by slow progress. However, with the right security measures, the future of open banking can be secure.
Philippines neobank Tonik steps up banking game with Google Cloud
Tue, 18th Jan 2022
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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fintech
According to Tonik founder and CEO Greg Krasnov, the company needed to drive its value proposition not just through cost, but also consumer trust.
HGC Global Communications Limited collaborates with Kacific Broadband Satellites Group
Tue, 18th Jan 2022
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uc
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spacetech
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data analytics
HGC partners with Kacific to provide better broadband solutions in Southeast Asia, with a focus on the Philippines.
GPS closes $400 million funding round, brings on new chair
Tue, 18th Jan 2022
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Global Processing Services (GPS) has closed a fundraise of over $400m, with Temasek and MissionOG joining the initial investors.
New Zealand – let’s get your IT supply chain secured!
Mon, 17th Jan 2022
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supply chain & logistics
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cybersecurity
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solar power
IT supply chain attacks are on the rise, with up to 40% of breaches originating from weak supply chains. It's time for organisations to wake up to the risks.
Advanced scams, data breaches, crypto and NFT attacks to shape cyberthreat landscape in 2022
Fri, 14th Jan 2022
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malware
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ransomware
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blockchain
2022 cyber security trends include a decrease in targeted ransomware attacks, advanced scams, more data breaches, and attacks on cryptocurrency/NFT industries.
Trickbot takes top malware spot in Australia, Emotet returns
Fri, 14th Jan 2022
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
Trickbot and Emotet have topped the list of the most prevalent malware in Australia, according to new analysis from Check Point Research.
Trickbot overtakes Formbook as most prevalent malware
Fri, 14th Jan 2022
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malware
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ddos
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advanced persistent threat protection
In December, Trickbot claimed the top spot as most prevalent malware, overtaking Formbook which was in first place in November 2021.
Risk and reward: Report reveals what risks businesses should look out for in 2022
Wed, 12th Jan 2022
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fintech
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blockchain
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risk & compliance
New report reveals challenges, opportunities and emerging risks for businesses in 2022 and highlights the importance of collaboration.
COVID-19 and international banking stalls NZ business global expansion
Wed, 12th Jan 2022
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smb
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wise
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banking
New Zealand businesses face challenges in expanding overseas due to COVID-19 and international payments, says Wise Business research.
Lenovo technology predictions for 2022: AI, hybrid working, security and sustainability
Wed, 12th Jan 2022
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
After a year of transition, Lenovo offers a range of predictions and new approaches it believes will take hold in the Asia Pacific markets for 2022 and beyond.