Fraud stories - Page 10
The generation gap: Protecting our kaumātua online
Wed, 30th Mar 2022
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email security
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
New Zealand's elderly population is at risk of cyber threats due to a lack of online safety knowledge and support systems, says Age Concern NZ.
Mobile fraud on the rise as online transactions increase
Tue, 29th Mar 2022
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cyber criminal
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mobility
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fraud
Mobile traffic has accounted for 75% of all traffic, a four-year increase, according to the latest Cybercrime Report by LexisNexis Risk Solutions.
Significant shift to mobile fraud - LexisNexis Risk Solutions report
Mon, 28th Mar 2022
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cybersecurity
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fraud
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lexisnexis
There has been a significant shift to mobile fraud over the last four years, with mobile traffic representing 75% of all traffic.
Fake donation pages promising help to Ukraine appear on Darknet
Mon, 21st Mar 2022
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dark net
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dark web
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fraud
Fraudulent donation pages promising aid to the Ukraine are appearing on the Darknet, according to Check Point Software.
When implementing eCommerce cryptocurrency payments, think safety first
Fri, 11th Mar 2022
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crypto
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blockchain
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martech
One in four businesses plan to accept cryptocurrency in 2022, but it comes with risks. Sift offers solutions to ensure secure transactions.
Silent Eight raises $40m in Series B round to aid development strategy
Fri, 11th Mar 2022
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fintech
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Financial crime platform Silent Eight has raised $40m in Series B round funding, which will be used to cater to the needs of its expanding customer base.
Mobile payments are booming and fraudsters have noticed
Wed, 9th Mar 2022
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martech
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commerce systems
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risk & compliance
Mobile payment fraud is on the rise as fraudsters target mobile customers. Advanced fraud solutions can help prevent these attacks.
The fintech fraud epidemic: Banks aren't getting worse, fraudsters are just getting better
Fri, 4th Mar 2022
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
Fintech fraud is on the rise, exacerbated by the global pandemic. Traditional fraud prevention methods are no longer effective.
Not enough businesses have authentication protection - Microsoft
Fri, 11th Feb 2022
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passwordless
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
When it comes to our world online, protecting and defending our most valuable digital asset - our identity - is vital.
Allure Security raises $6.8 million seed round in fight against digital fraud
Fri, 11th Feb 2022
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cybersecurity
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fraud
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funding
Allure Security has raised a $6.8 million seed round as the company progresses in a $76 billion battle against digital fraud.
The wild west of cryptocurrency fraud & How Kiwis are getting stung
Fri, 11th Feb 2022
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crypto
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blockchain
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email security
Cryptopia went from launch to managing funds for 1.4 million investors to a significant data breach and its inevitable death - all in just five years.
To click or not to click: What F-Secure learned from phishing 80,000 people
Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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devops
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phishing
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email security
According to a new study from F-Secure, phishing emails mimicking HR announcements or asking for assistance with invoicing get the most clicks from recipients.
6 significant changes to online fraud we saw in 2021
Tue, 4th Jan 2022
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saas
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malware
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ransomware
SEON Fraud Prevention co-founders discuss the top trends that changed fraud in 2021, including the rise of Ransomware as a Service and easier online fraud.
How to ensure your business isn't scammed this Christmas
Tue, 14th Dec 2021
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saas
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email security
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cybersecurity
Australian and New Zealand businesses face increased risk of fraud this festive season due to distractions and increased activity, warns SAP Concur.
Forter strengthens eCommerce security with Trusted Identities
Tue, 14th Dec 2021
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fraud
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identity solutions
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forter
Forter launches Trusted Identities to simplify online account authentication and protect against fraudsters. (109 characters).
New Mastercard research focuses on safer shopping and spending habits
Thu, 9th Dec 2021
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edutech
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martech
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commerce systems
NZ consumers shift towards spending on experiences after lockdown, with the average Kiwi saving $3,000, says Mastercard research.
Visa saves Kiwi businesses $88 million with AI-powered security
Fri, 26th Nov 2021
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blockchain
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martech
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commerce systems
Visa's AI solution has prevented $88m in fraud for New Zealand businesses in the past year, according to the company.
It's Fraud Awareness Week: How you can steer clear of scams and fraud
Fri, 19th Nov 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Netsafe reports 86% rise in identity fraud and 37% increase in investment fraud in New Zealand, sparking concern over online safety.
Are banks, social media and telcos to blame for scam explosion?
Mon, 27th Sep 2021
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uc
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email security
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cybersecurity
Consumers think banks, retailers and mobile operators need to do more to protect them and their personal information from fraudsters.
FiVerity launches 'revolutionary' Cyber Fraud Network
Fri, 27th Aug 2021
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cybersecurity
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fraud
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financial institutions
FiVerity launches industry-first Cyber Fraud Network to combat cyber tactics and fraudulent theft in financial institutions.