Security

Computer security, also known as cybersecurity or IT security, refers to the security of computing devices such as computers and smartphones, as well as computer networks such as private and public networks, and the Internet.

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Chain, Thales Link To Instill Confidence In Blockchain Security
Chain, Thales Link To Instill Confidence In Blockchain Security
March 30, 2017  |  B2B Payments

Fueling the blockchain hype for FinTech and the financial services space is its promise of security. But like any new technology, it could always be...

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Mastercard Boosts Security With Acquisition Of NuData
Mastercard Boosts Security With Acquisition Of NuData
March 30, 2017  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

Mastercard announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire NuData Security, a global technology company that helps businesses prevent online and mobile fraud...

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ATMs Drive Debit Card Fraud To Record Heights
ATMs Drive Debit Card Fraud To Record Heights
March 29, 2017  |  Security & Fraud

Fraud detection and prevention is no cottage industry. As debit and credit cards grow in the field, making inroads to consumers where they’d not been...

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Google, Symantec Battling Over Internet Encryption
Google, Symantec Battling Over Internet Encryption
March 28, 2017  |  Security & Fraud

Google is picking up its fight with Symantec, saying last week that it is reducing the level and length of trust Chrome will give Symantec-issued...

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Instagram Rolls Out Two-Factor Authentication
Instagram Rolls Out Two-Factor Authentication
March 27, 2017  |  Security & Fraud

Just recently, Instagram joined the ranks of other social networks that allow their users to enable two-factor authentication. Security experts recommend that all users activate two-factor...

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Blockchain Tracker: Governments Inching Toward Blockchain Implementation
Blockchain Tracker: Governments Inching Toward Blockchain Implementation
March 24, 2017  |  Blockchain

Blockchain technology is one of the unique ways in which efficient and reliable transactions can occur with true security and transparency. A technology that allows...

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Compliance As Competitive Advantage
Compliance As Competitive Advantage
March 24, 2017  |  Security & Fraud

As financial services fraud grows ever more sophisticated, tracking the bad guys must be top of mind across the organization and all levels and departments...

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PYMNTS’ Daily Data Dive: Android’s Security Issue Sees The Light
PYMNTS’ Daily Data Dive: Android’s Security Issue Sees The Light
March 23, 2017  |  Daily Data Dive

As with any connected device, there are bound to be security concerns. In Google’s latest annual report on the topic, it highlights the improvements made...

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Security Updates Address Android Vulnerabilities
Security Updates Address Android Vulnerabilities
March 23, 2017  |  Security & Fraud

Google is no stranger to questions about security when it comes to their Android mobile operating software, but Android devices may be moving on from...

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