Cryptocurrency stories - Page 8
‘Digital money’ was ushered in with the 2008 invention and 2009 launch of Bitcoin. While still the most popular and nominally valuable of them all, there are thousands of cryptocurrencies available in the market today. Cryptocurrencies are created with encryption algorithms and are intended as a store of value or a means of exchange, and are generally (but not always) based on blockchain technology. Blockchain is a distributed ledger enforced by a network of independent computers.
Navigating enterprise-wide deployment of generative AI in banking
Mon, 7th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
Generative AI is revolutionising banking in Australia and New Zealand, with 79% of banks progressing beyond initial adoption stages to enhance operations.
Customer experience: The heart of sustainable growth
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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smartphones
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cx
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blockchain
Customer experience drives sustainable financial growth, risking AUD $87 billion if ignored. Digital banks leverage automation for seamless service.
Capgemini report: instant payments to hit 22% by 2028
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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fintech
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blockchain
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payment technologies
Capgemini Research predicts instant payments will hit 22% of non-cash transactions by 2028, driven by digital wallets, P2P and eCommerce growth.
‘How much crypto users buy’ is the wrong success metric for a crypto exchange
Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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blockchain
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email security
Easy Crypto reveals it returned NZD $2.7M to customers affected by fraud, shifting focus from trading volume to security and user protection in the crypto space.
Easy Crypto reveals $2.7m returned to fraud victims
Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
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blockchain
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defi
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bitcoin
Easy Crypto becomes the first exchange to disclose fraud refunds totalling $2.7M, stressing security as about 50% of Aussies & Kiwis show crypto interest.
Financial services face rising DDoS threats – Akamai
Wed, 18th Sep 2024
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blockchain
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botnet
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cryptocurrency
Akamai’s latest report reveals financial services face escalating DDoS attacks, with politically motivated strikes and rampant brand impersonation and phishing threats.
Exclusive: G+D's Gabrielle Bugat discusses future innovations in ePayments
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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blockchain
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cleantech
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defi
In an exclusive interview, Gabrielle Bugat, CEO of Giesecke+Devrient ePayments, discusses the dynamic future of payments, prioritising security, sustainability, and inclusivity.
Trustwave highlights critical cyber threats to financial services
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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ransomware
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blockchain
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advanced persistent threat protection
Trustwave's latest reports unveil growing cryptocurrency and ransomware threats in financial services, highlight the urgency of combating phishing-as-a-service and insider threats.
Crypto market stabilises in September after August turbulence
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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blockchain
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defi
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bitcoin
Binance Australia's September report reveals stabilised crypto markets after August's 13.1% decline, with Bitcoin support around USD $60,000. TRX surged 19.5%.
Digital divide, AI concerns rise with 85% financial hardship jump
Tue, 10th Sep 2024
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blockchain
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data privacy
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Financial hardship among Australians has risen by 85%, with lower-income households struggling to engage with online government services.
IATA & Outpayce partner to enable global account payments
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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blockchain
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defi
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airlines
IATA and Outpayce have partnered to enable airlines to accept account-to-account payments globally, reducing processing costs and enhancing transaction security.
Australian businesses must adapt to payment trends: Worldpay
Mon, 2nd Sep 2024
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cx
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blockchain
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martech
Australian consumers' payment preferences are evolving, with security and variety boosting revenue potential, says Worldpay's new report.
MPs get educated on digital assets in New Zealand workshop
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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blockchain
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cryptocurrency
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regulation
New Zealand MPs attended a workshop on digital assets, learning about cryptocurrency's potential to transform transactions and boost the economy.
The lowdown on crypto ATMs and their place in the ecosystem
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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blockchain
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defi
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cloud services
Crypto ATMs are growing globally, with the US leading at 82% of market share. As the ecosystem expands, here's what to know before using one.
MyState Bank modernises digital banking with Backbase platform
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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cx
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blockchain
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martech
MyState Bank launches a new digital banking platform, developed by Backbase, enhancing personal finance management and security features, to fuel growth.
Stripe celebrates 10th anniversary in Australia with new solutions
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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saas
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edutech
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wearables
Stripe celebrates a decade in Australia with expanded offerings like PayTo and Instant Payouts, supporting over 500,000 businesses in processing $200 billion.
Kaspersky uncovers Russian-led crypto & web3 fraud campaign
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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malware
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gaming
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blockchain
Kaspersky has uncovered a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme, 'Tusk,' exploiting popular trends like web3 and AI to steal cryptocurrency and sensitive data.
Easy Crypto launches new wallet for Australian investors
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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blockchain
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defi
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investment
Easy Crypto debuts a new wallet for Australian investors, simplifying crypto trading and storage for beginners with advanced security features.
Radware report reveals 265% rise in global web DDoS attacks
Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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blockchain
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llms
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healthtech
Radware's H1 2024 report shows a 265% surge in global web DDoS attacks, largely due to geopolitical tensions and increased exploitation of application infrastructure.
Beyond espionage – how the Lazarus Group is reshaping cybersecurity threats
Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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blockchain
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cybersecurity
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software development
Cybercriminal organisation transitions from espionage to exploitation, preying on individuals for financial gain.