Fintech Weekly

JUNE 8, 2025

Alternatively, if you’re building your own API, it’s easy to miss important cybersecurity steps while focusing on efficiency and interoperability. DevSecOps takes DevOps’s rapid iteration and frequent communication and brings cybersecurity professionals into the mix to ensure security by design.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This can be especially problematic during Black Friday, where consumers are overall more cautious about where they spend their money and especially post CrowdStrike when alertness over c cybersecurity and data breaches is at an all-time-high. For SMBs, security and simplifying / integrating payment processes often go hand-in-hand.

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VISTA InfoSec

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

A data breach could ruin your business overnight. That’s the harsh aftermath companies face today following high-profile breaches. That’s the harsh aftermath companies face today following high-profile breaches. What Is A Data Breach? Understanding breach avenues helps strengthen protections proactively.

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VISTA InfoSec

JULY 19, 2024

As fraudsters are continuously finding new ways to strike, we’re continuously finding new ways to prevent them with controls such as encryption, multi-factor authentication, fraud detection software, etc. This assembly is far more important for cybersecurity than you might think. How did they come to matter in cybersecurity?

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VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

As fraudsters are continuously finding new ways to strike, we’re continuously finding new ways to prevent them with controls such as encryption, multi-factor authentication, fraud detection software, etc. This assembly is far more important for cybersecurity than you might think. How did they come to matter in cybersecurity?

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VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 18, 2024

Whether you’re a small business owner, a corporate leader, or an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) specialist, the consequences of a data breach are severe and far-reaching. These experts are more experienced when it comes to cybersecurity. Encrypt this dormant yet valuable information to prevent snooping.

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VISTA InfoSec

APRIL 3, 2024

Big businesses carving out their place in the digital age find themselves in a constant battle against cybersecurity threats. It’s likewise impossible to overstate the importance of cybersecurity for large commercial enterprises since the stakes are very high for such organizations. Let’s get started.

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VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 21, 2023

Not sure where to start if you notice a data breach? Here are seven essential steps to follow Becoming aware that your company has suffered a data breach can be unsettling. Identifying and Containing the Damage Once you have been made aware of a data breach, the first step is to identify and contain the damage.

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VISTA InfoSec

APRIL 12, 2024

Cybersecurity is vital in today’s fast-paced digital world, where keeping your private information safe is as crucial as the technology itself. Dive into the mechanisms of proxies to fully understand how they strengthen cybersecurity defenses. Proxies are key players in this arena, not just for the tech-savvy but for everyone online.

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VISTA InfoSec

APRIL 5, 2024

Operational interruption happens when cybersecurity is breached. Data breaches don’t easily get overlooked. Cybersecurity measures such as data encryption, two-step verification, and stringent policies on data access are some of the things that should be implemented in order to minimize online threats.

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VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 19, 2024

Attackers can exploit weak security settings, such as the absence of meeting passwords , the use of default or easily guessable credentials, and the lack of end-to-end encryption. Ransomware, a type of malware, is particularly destructive as it encrypts the victim’s data and demands a ransom for its release.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 15, 2016

14) that a new cybersecurity breach incident has affected over a billion of its users and their private data. This billion-user figure means this newest hack is the largest data breach in the digital era. billion buyout of its core assets, said it would review the impact of the latest breach.

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CB Insights

MARCH 27, 2019

Cybersecurity is a hot topic today. Already this year, at least 30 organizations — including coffee chain Dunkin’ and cloud provider Rubrik — experienced major data breaches. Future of Cybersecurity: Trends & Startups To Watch. Future of Cybersecurity: Trends & Startups To Watch.

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FICO

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

These days, cybersecurity is a hot-button issue in policy circles. Look no further than the US presidential debates , where our two candidates have highlighted the need to address hackers, security breaches and even foreign nations that may be using sophisticated cyber tactics to influence the outcome of the upcoming November elections.

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VISTA InfoSec

AUGUST 8, 2023

But a cybersecurity report shows that 43% of data breaches involve small businesses. In essence, small businesses that ignore cybersecurity only do so at their own peril. Some effects of cybersecurity on your business include: Stealing stored data such as credit card details. 5/5 - (2 votes)

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 7, 2018

As well, if lawmakers and regulators are taking aim at Google and Facebook, that indicates that smaller members of the digital food chain are fair game, too, if they suffer a breach that catches the public’s attention. For instance, an effort to encrypt data will fail if the data collection process is full of holes that hackers can exploit.

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Payments Source

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

What Will It Take to Comply with New York's Cybersecurity Rules?The The cybersecurity regulation New York regulators proposed in September set a high bar for things like encrypting nonpublic data, informing the public quickly of a data breach and dual factor authentication.

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VISTA InfoSec

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

This guide will cover key aspects of seamlessly implementing CCaaS, from choosing the right provider to ensuring robust cybersecurity measures. Ensuring Robust Cybersecurity Cybersecurity becomes a critical concern as businesses shift their operations to the cloud.

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VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

This guide will cover key aspects of seamlessly implementing CCaaS, from choosing the right provider to ensuring robust cybersecurity measures. Ensuring Robust Cybersecurity Cybersecurity becomes a critical concern as businesses shift their operations to the cloud.

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The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

CrowdStrike: A wake-up call On 19 July 2024, a faulty software update from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike hit 8.5 Solutions like SoftPOS (Software Point of Sale) are able to turn devices like our smartphones into payment terminals and provide a higher flexibility, however, it introduces security risks including data breaches and malwares.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 31, 2016

According to the report, the banking regulator said the data breach had to do with a former employee at the agency removing more than 10,000 records without receiving authorization to do so. The data on the thumb drives was encrypted, and there isn’t evidence that shows the data taken was misused or disclosed to anybody.

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CB Insights

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Corporations increased the number of times they mentioned cybersecurity on earnings calls nearly three-fold since 2014, according to CB Insights data. The increase in cybersecurity talk is not surprising given the fact that last year stolen data records worldwide exceeded 2 billion for the first time.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Security and technology consulting company Accutive is rolling out a new solution designed to give enterprises an alternative to data encryption to protect sensitive information. Data Masking, meanwhile, lets businesses “mask” sensitive data as an alternative to encryption. In a press release on Wednesday (Feb.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 4, 2019

Following reports of its data breach last year, Marriott said on Friday (Jan. ” However, the company said, “there is no evidence that the unauthorized third party accessed the master encryption key needed to decrypt the encrypted passport numbers.” million encrypted passport numbers in addition to the 5.25

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 10, 2019

Federal cybersecurity workers tasked with protecting the federal government from hackers have been scrambling to catch up two weeks after the longest government shutdown in modern history ended. The report noted that there are concerns that the real impact from the shutdown will take time to play out.

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Segpay

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

These tokens are generated for each transaction, reducing the risk of data breaches. Generative AI in Security: Advanced Threat Detection: Generative AI is a game-changer in cybersecurity, providing advanced threat detection capabilities. This secure encryption is crucial for safeguarding confidential data in various industries.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

More health care-related organizations are connecting to the internet for saving and sharing data but have poor cyberthreat monitoring, cybersecurity policies and data access controls. Health care companies are indeed concerned, but some may feel paralyzed as to what to do about it, including how to encrypt data. Recently, the U.S.

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Fintech News

APRIL 10, 2024

This merger brings together Entrust’s security solutions with Onfido’s advanced identity verification technology, aiming to address the growing threats of identity fraud and data breaches. said Todd Wilkinson, President and Chief Executive Officer, Entrust.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 27, 2017

Eric Chiu, cofounder and president of HyTrust , joined this week’s Hacker Tracker to share insights on the SEC examining the Yahoo breaches, why a selfie app may cause more harm than good and how the U.S. Yahoo disclosed a breach of 500 million users’ data in Sept. Yahoo disclosed a breach of 500 million users’ data in Sept.

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Stax

MARCH 4, 2024

Taking precautions to implement security measures such as secure firewalls and cybersecurity training helps to protect cardholder data and other sensitive information. It’s also critical to ensure card information is protected from data breaches with secure encryption and cybersecurity standards in place.

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EBizCharge

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Now more than ever, businesses are focusing on preventing data breaches and implementing response protocols to mitigate breaches if they occur. According to the 2023 IBM Data Breach Report , the global average cost of data breaches was $4.45 What are data breaches?

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 17, 2017

We Heart It , the image sharing website, disclosed late last week that there was a potential cybersecurity breach that may have impacted more than 8 million accounts. In a blog post , the company announced news that the data breach may have happened several years ago, but that it was only recently alerted to the cyberattack.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Small businesses aren’t getting their cybersecurity strategies right, according to new evidence from researchers. Department of Commerce, acknowledged that cybersecurity may not be at the top of SMEs’ priority lists. Of course, NIST suggests seeking outside help when SMEs decide to implement a cybersecurity plan.

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Fintech Review

MARCH 18, 2025

This emerging technology holds particular relevance for fintech, which relies heavily on encryption to secure transactions and data. Researchers warn that powerful quantum computers could one day crack traditional encryption methods in a feasible time. Over time, cybersecurity threats pushed fintech security to evolve further.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Just last week, Yahoo fell victim to what could be the biggest data breach in the digital era. Mark Warner (D-VA) is pointing the finger at Yahoo for the breach taking place, arguing that the Securities and Exchange Commission should open an investigation after the revelations about the data breach last week.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 18, 2016

The price tag attached to a data breach on a small business has increased this year, according to new analysis from IBM and Ponemon Institute. With their newly released “ 2016 Cost of Data Breach: Canada ” report, the firms examined the financial impact of data breaches on 24 companies in Canada to assess the damage.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

And the number of things corporations have to juggle to safeguard their data — from the numerous types of fraud to the copious technologies that combat it all — mean cybersecurity is no easy task. With several types of fraud threatening the business today, spending on cybersecurity measures is spiking — big time. Wishful Thinking.

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