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Safety and Security
Former FTC Head Predicts $1B Or More Fine For Facebook
April 09, 2018

Facebook’s latest disclosure that its search tools collect data on most of its 2.2 billion users could open up the social media company to record fines from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and increase the legal risk from the scandal. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Philippine Central Bank Issues Alert After Cyberattack On Malaysian Bank
April 02, 2018

The Philippine central bank is warning local financial institutions to be on the lookout for cyberattacks after the Malaysian central bank was hacked. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Pope Calls On Hackers To Hack For Good
March 09, 2018

Computer hackers are traveling to the Vatican at the request of Pope Francis, who wants them to participate in a computer programming marathon to help provide better resources for migrants and the poor. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Glitch Exposes JPMC Account Data To Other Users 
February 23, 2018

Due to a glitch in JPMorgan Chase’s systems, some customers saw the personal information of other clients on Wednesday (Feb. 21). The bank has since fixed the problem, CNBC reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Blockchain / Distributed Ledger
Kaspersky Points to Telegram Weak Spot in Crypto Mining
February 13, 2018

Due to a vulnerability in Telegram’s messaging app, hackers have been able to rack up cryptocurrencies such as ZCash, as stated by Kaspersky Lab. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Another Hack Opens Amazon’s Key
February 06, 2018

Amazon Key customers beware: A security researcher has discovered a hack that hinders Amazon Key’s ability to lock, allowing anyone to get into a Key-enabled home. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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House Approves Bills To Prevent Financial Abuse Of Seniors
January 31, 2018

A duo of bills passed in the U.S. House of Representatives on Monday (Jan. 29) that would curb financial abuse of senior citizens and also ease the way for consumers residing in rural areas to open their bank accounts via remote means. Get the Full...

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UK To Fine Critical Companies With Weak Cybersecurity
January 30, 2018

Critical companies in the United Kingdom could face a hefty fine – up to £17 million ($24 million) – if they don’t ensure that their cybersecurity systems are up to par. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Alphabet Launches AI-Focused Hacker-Fighting Business
January 25, 2018

Alphabet announced that it has launched Chronicle, a cybersecurity company that will enable companies to detect and prevent cyberattacks. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...