Banking stories - Page 61
Europol: Legislation overhaul needed as cybercrime is ‘unprecedented’
Sat, 30th Sep 2017
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A new report from Europol has revealed cybercrime is running rampant with ransomware reigning supreme - and a crackdown on criminals is essential.
Mass Telstra, Xero & CBA email scams blocked in a single week
Thu, 28th Sep 2017
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fintech
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phishing
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financial systems
Telstra, Xero, CBA and go via have all been impersonated as part of phishing scams that are starting to look like the real thing.
Android banking Trojan stalks Google Play - again
Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
It’s a case of déjà vu for one particular Android banking Trojan, which has popped up on Google Play after being removed from the store this year.
EHF Fellow creating a global model for blockchain policy from New Zealand
Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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blockchain
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cryptocurrency
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edmund hillary fellowship
New Zealand has a clean slate on blockchain policy and a history of being forward-leaning, nimble, technology-savvy, and open to new ideas.
Retail and banking leading cognitive and AI systems growth
Tue, 26th Sep 2017
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cognitive systems
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idc
Retail and banking are driving demand for cognitive and AI systems according to IDC which says APAC will be the second largest market come 2021.
APAC is now the most dangerous cyber threat region in the world
Tue, 26th Sep 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
APAC ranked highest in ransomware threats & malware detections, with online banking malware and malicious mobile app downloads also prevalent.
Intersekt fintech festival promises world-first gender equality commitment
Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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fintech
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dei
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women in technology
The decision is part of an ongoing campaign to drive increased levels of female participation in Australia’s most important startup sector.
Cognizant to drive digital transformation for Hills
Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Hills harnesses Cognizant's prowess for sweeping digital overhaul, aiming to sharpen customer engagement and streamline operations.
Tech’s momentum driving New Zealand economy forward
Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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nz
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looksee
NZTech’s annual report states that it's committed to creating more prosperity for New Zealand underpinned by technology.
Bot services market worth US$1,783.9m by 2022 – APAC the driver
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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uc
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hyperscale
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public cloud
A new research report from MarketsandMarkets has forecast very positive times ahead for the bot services market, with APAC leading the way.
Macquarie Bank launches pilot of Australia's first open banking platform
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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data protection
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fintech
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online banking
Macquarie Bank launches open banking platform allowing customers control over their data & new service offerings.
‘Banking for blockchain’ platform raises AUD$37m in pre-ICO round
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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blockchain
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fintech
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banking industry
Bankera’s ‘digital bank’ will provide traditional banking and investment banking services to the blockchain marketplace including payments and loans.
Learning from the best: Cyberattack lessons from the BFSI sector
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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ddos
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virtualisation
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daas
The banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector in Australia is one of the most prone industries to cyberattacks.
Keppel DC REIT acquires European data center for $103m
Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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dc
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m&a
Keppel DC REIT bolsters portfolio with key $103m Irish data center, solidifying presence in Dublin's bustling tech hub.
Thales boost security for Kakao, Korea's 'digital only' bank
Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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encryption
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fintech
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multi-cloud
South Korean digital-only bank Kakao has deployed Thales security technologies as part of its efforts to boost the foundation of its banking systems.
Google, Warehouse execs to speak at Future of Business event
Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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digital transformation
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firefly studios
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google
The event is aimed at inspiring others to futureproof their business and adapt in the face of technological change.
North Korea's nefarious links to cryptocurrency theft
Mon, 18th Sep 2017
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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phishing
North Korean state-sponsored actors may be behind campaigns to steal virtual currencies in order to fund the state’s activities.
Interview: Big Switch talks network security, data centres and DDoS attacks
Mon, 18th Sep 2017
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dc
Big Switch Networks is gaining traction in the APAC region with its approach to network security and architecture in data centers.
6 months under siege: the malware story so far in 2017
Sat, 16th Sep 2017
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ransomware
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malware
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cybersecurity
Maya Horowitz, Threat Intelligence Group Manager at Check Point explores the major trends in global malware attacks during the first half of 2017.
8 businesses that launched te reo Maori initiatives for Maori Language Week
Fri, 15th Sep 2017
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te reo māori
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vodafone
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trade me
Businesses in New Zealand are launching initiatives to celebrate Maori Language Week and promote the use of the Maori language.