Financial institutions stories
Hands-on Review: Norton 360 Platinum with the new Financial Monitoring
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Norton has launched Financial Monitoring within its 360 Platinum suite, enhancing users' financial security by tracking unusual activity and subscription changes.
Pegasystems unveils AI-driven Pega Smart Investigate update
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Pegasystems has unveiled the latest Pega Smart Investigate Enterprise Edition, enhancing banks' capabilities in processing payment exceptions with AI automation.
Financial sector's growing focus on cloud resiliency in 2023
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The Cloud Security Alliance's new report reveals that 78% of financial institutions use single-cloud systems, emphasising resilience amid rising cyber threats.
UK & US firms face rising data costs despite upgrades
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A new study reveals that 94% of financial institutions in the UK and US anticipate rising data budgets, raising concerns over cost control amid increasing expenses.
Visa mandates end of SMS OTPs to tackle AI-driven scams
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Visa will require Australian financial institutions to move beyond SMS One-Time Passwords for payments by October 2026 to combat rising AI-driven fraud.
Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats
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Zscaler's latest report reveals over 200 malicious apps in Google Play, urging organisations to enhance mobile security amid rising mobile threats.
Don't let your company make headlines for all the wrong reasons
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New APRA regulations demand Australian financial firms enhance cybersecurity measures or face hefty penalties, after rising data breaches affect millions.
Southeast Asia sees surge in web threats amid digital shift
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breach prevention
Southeast Asia faced an alarming average of 146,944 web threats daily in H1 2024, with Malaysia leading at 19,615,255 incidents, Kaspersky warns.
Corporate Digital Identity: a tool to combat financial crime
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Financial crime is set to cost global economies USD $485.6 billion in 2023, prompting calls for Corporate Digital Identity to enhance fraud prevention.
Australian banks criticised for weak email scam defences
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Research by Proofpoint reveals that 66% of Australian banks are ill-equipped to combat email fraud, risking customer safety amid rising scams.
AUSIEX enhances engagement with NICE CXone integration
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AUSIEX has integrated the NICE CXone platform to boost customer engagement and operational efficiency, enhancing its services in the financial sector.
UK elderly urge banks to keep branches amidst digital age
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A staggering 88% of older UK residents believe banks should retain physical branches, highlighting concerns over the digital divide and access to services.
Global fraud attacks rise 19% amid AI exploitation
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A new report reveals a staggering 19% rise in global fraud attacks, largely fuelled by AI exploitation, highlighting urgent need for improved detection measures.
Outsourcing AML: Five key factors for financial firms
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EFI advises financial institutions on five key considerations for outsourcing AML operations amid rising regulatory pressures and operational costs.
SAS campaigns for anti-fraud AI during awareness week
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SAS teams up with the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners to advocate for anti-fraud AI during International Fraud Awareness Week amid rising fraud tactics.
Bitsight acquires Cybersixgill for USD $115 million
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Bitsight has acquired threat intelligence provider Cybersixgill for USD $115 million, bolstering its cybersecurity capabilities amid rising cyber risks.
Financial sector prepares for EU DORA regulations in 2025
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As the EU's DORA regulation looms, financial firms are urged to bolster digital resilience or risk severe operational disruptions by January 2025.
AI partnership enhances credit scoring in Indonesia
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AND Solutions has secured a software agreement with PT AEON Credit Service Indonesia to deliver AI-driven custom credit scoring solutions.
HID acquires IXLA to enhance document personalisation tech
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HID has acquired Italian firm IXLA, enhancing its portfolio in secure credential issuance and expanding its reach in European and emerging markets.
Continuous screening vital to detect 75% more money mules
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A study by Synectics reveals that 75% of money mules remain undetected without continuous KYC and AML screening, presenting a major threat to banks.