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AI fraud networks exploit UK shoppers amid festive season
2 days ago
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online fraud
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fraud prevention
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identity verification
AI-driven fraud threatens to undermine Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping, with UK scams costing victims over GBP £11.5 million last year.
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Why identity management is an essential investment for Australian financial services providers in 2025
3 days ago
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biometrics
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mfa
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cryptocurrency
Allaying rising concerns about privacy and security is critical for organisations and institutions that want to survive and thrive.
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Avast warns of rise in fake shops targeting New Zealanders
Last week
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Avast warns of a surge in fake online shops targeting New Zealanders, with nearly 80,000 counterfeit websites identified as the holiday shopping season nears.
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Rise in counterfeit websites threatens holiday shoppers
Last week
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
As the festive shopping season approaches, researchers have identified nearly 80,000 counterfeit websites, endangering online shoppers seeking deals.
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Yuno introduces Mastercard's Click to Pay for clients
Last week
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cx
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martech
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payment technologies
Yuno now offers Mastercard's Click to Pay, a secure checkout solution aimed at reducing cart abandonment and enhancing the e-commerce experience.
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ICO urges firms to responsibly share data to tackle fraud
Last month
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data protection
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email security
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data privacy
The Information Commissioner's Office is urging organisations to share personal information responsibly to combat the UK's growing fraud crisis.
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Shoppers warned of AI scams as Black Friday nears
Last month
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phishing
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email security
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ai
As Black Friday nears, experts warn consumers of sophisticated AI-driven scams, urging caution as losses from fraud continue to escalate.
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Exploring the role & impact of bots in eCommerce
Last month
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martech
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commerce systems
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genai
In a new article, Shira Itzhaki from Forter examines the dual role of bots in eCommerce, highlighting the challenge of distinguishing harmful from helpful bots.
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Global fraud attacks rise 19% amid AI exploitation
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collaboration
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fraud
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financial institutions
A new report reveals a staggering 19% rise in global fraud attacks, largely fuelled by AI exploitation, highlighting urgent need for improved detection measures.
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Appsflyer adds AI layer to boost fraud prevention tool
Last month
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data analytics
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ai
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digital marketing
AppsFlyer launches an AI enhancement layer for its Protect360 fraud prevention solution, tackling the rising threat of sophisticated advertising fraud.
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SAS campaigns for anti-fraud AI during awareness week
Last month
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
SAS teams up with the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners to advocate for anti-fraud AI during International Fraud Awareness Week amid rising fraud tactics.
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Experts warn businesses of escalating cyber security threats
Last month
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
As International Fraud Awareness Week unfolds, experts warn businesses about the rising threat of Business Email Compromise, urging vigilance amid evolving cyber risks.
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Hornetsecurity launches DMARC Manager to enhance email security
Last month
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email security
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cybersecurity
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dmarc
Hornetsecurity has unveiled DMARC Manager, a tool designed to simplify email security for organisations managing multiple domains amid rising fraud threats.
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AI-driven fraud & deepfakes pose escalating global threat
Last month
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cryptocurrency
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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.
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Bad bot evolution: AI bots challenge online security measures
Last month
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ai
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cybersecurity
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online security
Researchers at Barracuda report that evolving AI bots, termed 'grey bots', are increasingly challenging online security by mimicking human behaviour.
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New Zealand to launch eInvoicing for all agencies by 2026
Last month
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einvoicing
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interoperability
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fraud prevention
The New Zealand Government is set to implement eInvoicing across all agencies by 2026, promising faster payments and improved accuracy for businesses.
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RobobAI unveils AI platform for optimising B2B payments
Last month
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storage
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data analytics
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fintech
RobobAI, an Australian fintech, launches an AI platform to optimise enterprise working capital and enhance B2B payment systems amid economic uncertainty.
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Australians warned of Black Friday online shopping scams
Last month
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malware
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edr
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cybersecurity
Australians are being warned to stay vigilant as online shopping scams surge during Black Friday, with losses exceeding AUD $14.9 million this year.
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Cyber incidents cost Australia AUD $4.26m per breach in 2024
Last month
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
Cyber incidents in Australia now average AUD $4.26 million per breach, a 27% rise since 2020, highlighting urgent cybersecurity needs.
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Fed gov imposes fines for inadequate scam prevention
Last month
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uc
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email security
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risk & compliance
The federal government is set to impose fines of up to AUD $50 million on companies failing to implement effective measures against rising fraud.