Banking stories - Page 19
Backbase appoints new VP of tech in Asia Pacific region
Wed, 9th Feb 2022
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Backbase appoints Chris Vanden Berghe as regional VP of technology for Asia Pacific to drive product development and expansion.
Forrester uncovers top upcoming payments innovations
Wed, 9th Feb 2022
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crm
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martech
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commerce systems
Payments innovation will shift from consumers to businesses in the next decade as tech firms create autonomous payments in connected devices, says Forrester.
ESET Research releases T3 2021 Threat Report summarising key cybersecurity research
Wed, 9th Feb 2022
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cryptocurrency
The latest ESET Threat Report reveals key insights into external attack vectors, email threats, and the impact of cryptocurrency exchange rates.
Southeast Asia sees growing demand for better electronic finance solutions
Tue, 8th Feb 2022
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mfa
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cloud services
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kaspersky
Banks and consumers in Southeast Asia are increasingly adopting one-time passwords for online transactions, according to new research by Kaspersky.
Digital (in)accessibility down under: Why Australia lags behind New Zealand
Tue, 8th Feb 2022
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public sector
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digital inclusion
Infosys reveals that Australia is behind New Zealand when it comes to ensuring all digital properties are accessible.
Vulnerability exploitation top threat to SMBs - report
Fri, 4th Feb 2022
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Exploiting vulnerabilities was the top threat to SMBs in 2021, says CYREBRO's new report, which analysed over 310k alerts from its customers.
Tech salaries on the rise while demand for data analytics, Python and cybersecurity skills remain high
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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data analytics
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planning
Tech salaries are increasing 15-30% on average globally, while the ability to work from home is a non-negotiable for most.
Mobile madness: Unpacking the business and personal risks of digital mobile in Aotearoa
Thu, 27th Jan 2022
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ddos
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endpoint protection
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risk & compliance
Should Kiwis practice better smartphone security, and are they one swipe or tap away from a colossal data breach?.
2021 open season for attackers as compromised data increases
Thu, 27th Jan 2022
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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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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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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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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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ai security
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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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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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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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data analytics
HGC partners with Kacific to provide better broadband solutions in Southeast Asia, with a focus on the Philippines.