Fraud stories - Page 4
Insurance executives see opportunity in $1.8 trillion gap
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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ai
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cybersecurity
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clean technologies
A recent survey reveals that 79% of insurance executives feel a moral duty to address the USD $1.8 trillion global protection gap, viewing it as a key business opportunity.
Healthcare tops data breach incidents in 2024, surpassing finance
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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ransomware
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physical security
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breach prevention
Kroll's latest report reveals the healthcare sector was the most targeted by data breaches in 2024, accounting for 23% of all incidents, surpassing finance.
Businesses face growing threat from deepfake scams, Forrester warns
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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breach prevention
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ai
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cybersecurity
A Forrester Research report reveals that the rise of deepfake technology poses significant risks for businesses, with scams costing firms millions.
Kaspersky blocks over 893 million phishing attempts in 2024
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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malware
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crypto
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blockchain
In 2024, Kaspersky blocked over 893 million phishing attempts, a 26% rise from 2023, as cybercriminals exploited trusted brand names to deceive users.
Kapwork launches platform to streamline invoice factoring
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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it automation
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risk & compliance
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transparency
Kapwork has launched its innovative Kapwork Verify platform to automate invoice factoring, claiming a potential 20% cut in operational costs for businesses.
Top mobile messaging disruptors unveiled for 2025
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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uc
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supply chain
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investment
Juniper Research has highlighted Sendbird, Front, and Sleekglow as top disruptors in the mobile messaging sector for 2025, aiming to challenge established players.
Zendesk exploit allows phishing scams, CloudSEK reports
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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endpoint protection
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phishing
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email security
CloudSEK's latest report reveals how cybercriminals exploit Zendesk's subdomain feature to create convincing phishing scams, risking brand trust and security.
How malicious bots disrupt the holiday travel season
Sat, 28th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
As Australian airlines brace for the bustling holiday season, they face a rising tide of malicious bots threatening customer trust and revenue.
PayPal warns Aussies of risky shopping ahead of sales
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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edutech
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email security
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payment technologies
PayPal's latest research reveals a 9% rise in risky shopping habits among Australians ahead of Boxing Day, raising alarm over potential scams.
Businesses face $2.58 million in losses per hour from bots
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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endpoint protection
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martech
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commerce systems
Cequence warns businesses could face average losses of USD $2.58 million per hour this December due to surging malicious bot traffic and fraud.
LexisNexis to acquire IDVerse for advanced AI fraud tools
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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risk & compliance
LexisNexis Risk Solutions has announced plans to acquire IDVerse, aiming to enhance its fraud management capabilities with AI-powered technology.
Experts warn of AI-driven threats to SaaS applications
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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malware
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cloud security
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phishing
Cybersecurity experts at AppOmni warn that AI will empower attackers, making SaaS applications more vulnerable to sophisticated breaches in the coming years.
Balancing AI advances with cybersecurity risks & caution
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
As AI evolves in cybersecurity, industry leaders urge caution, balancing its benefits against risks, particularly in fraud and data protection.
Global fraud attacks rise 19% amid AI exploitation
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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uc
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collaboration
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fraud
A new report reveals a staggering 19% rise in global fraud attacks, largely fuelled by AI exploitation, highlighting urgent need for improved detection measures.
AI-driven fraud & deepfakes pose escalating global threat
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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phishing
The Entrust Cybersecurity Institute's 2025 report reveals AI-assisted fraud incidents surged, with deepfake attacks hitting every five minutes in 2024.
Bitdefender unveils Scamio tool to tackle Discord scams
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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malware
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phishing
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email security
Bitdefender has launched Scamio on Discord, a free tool designed to protect users from rising scams on the platform, which has over 200 million monthly users.
New report reveals persistent API security breaches risk
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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genai
A new Traceable AI report reveals 57% of organisations have suffered API breaches, highlighting significant flaws in current security measures.
Trustwave highlights rising eCommerce threats in retail sector
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Trustwave's latest SpiderLabs report reveals a surge in cyber threats to the retail sector, urging heightened vigilance as the holiday shopping season approaches.
Appdome named mobile security leader in five categories
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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application security
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devsecops
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cybersecurity
Appdome has earned leader status in five new categories from G2, enhancing its reputation in mobile security and anti-fraud solutions.
Singapore survey shows growing demand for mobile app security
Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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malware
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financial systems
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cybersecurity
A survey by Appdome and OWASP shows 80.7% of Singaporeans expect proactive anti-fraud measures in mobile apps, highlighting rising security demands.