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CypherLoc scam kit drives millions of browser attacks
Endpoint Protection

CypherLoc scam kit drives millions of browser attacks

Browser-based fraud is scaling fast, with Barracuda saying CypherLoc has driven about 2.8 million attacks since the start of 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
KnowBe4 warns of World Cup scam surge ahead of 2026
Data Protection

KnowBe4 warns of World Cup scam surge ahead of 2026

Fans risk losing money and personal data as scammers exploit demand for World Cup tickets, travel bookings and visa details.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
1Kosmos wins Epic Toolbox identity verification spot
Data Protection

1Kosmos wins Epic Toolbox identity verification spot

The integration could help health systems curb account takeover and fraud as MyChart use grows for records, bookings and messages.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week
Google expands AI content checks across Search & Chrome
Generative AI

Google expands AI content checks across Search & Chrome

Users will soon be able to check whether images and video were AI-made or edited as Google widens provenance tools in Search, Chrome and Pixel.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
Apple blocks USD $2.2 billion in fraudulent App Store fraud
Encryption

Apple blocks USD $2.2 billion in fraudulent App Store fraud

The report underscores the scale of policing required to protect users and developers on one of the world's largest mobile marketplaces.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
Akamai warns of surging DDoS attacks on financial firms
Distributed Denial of Service

Akamai warns of surging DDoS attacks on financial firms

Sustained assaults are disrupting online banking and payments as EMEA becomes the main target for DDoS campaigns against lenders.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Experian & ServiceNow partner on agentic AI workflows
Data Protection

Experian & ServiceNow partner on agentic AI workflows

The tie-up could help regulated firms move AI agents from pilots to live workflows, using trusted data for checks, approvals and governance.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
Data matching explained: The key to clean, connected data
Customer Relationship Management

Data matching explained: The key to clean, connected data

Poor data is costing firms millions, making record matching vital for cleaner datasets, better decisions and lower compliance risk.

By Bobby Joseph • 6 min read • Last week
PriceMachine launches UK price comparison platform
eCommerce

PriceMachine launches UK price comparison platform

Shoppers in Britain now have another route to cheaper goods as a German price comparison group enters a crowded UK eCommerce market.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week
Infobip named Gartner CPaaS leader in 2026 ranking
Software-as-a-Service

Infobip named Gartner CPaaS leader in 2026 ranking

The ranking strengthens Infobip's position with enterprise buyers as CPaaS vendors compete to bundle messaging, voice and AI tools.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
Avast One adds free tier with modular paid protections
Data Protection

Avast One adds free tier with modular paid protections

Users can now start with a free Avast One plan and add paid protections later, as Gen shifts to a modular security model.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Stories from Other Regions

Fraud prevention stories

Britons no better than Americans at spotting deepfakes
Generative AI

Britons no better than Americans at spotting deepfakes

Familiarity with AI fakery is not improving detection, as a UK survey found Britons struggled to spot manipulated video and stills.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
NAB redesigns app & online banking for retail customers
Digital Transformation

NAB redesigns app & online banking for retail customers

Customers will spend less time hunting for bills and security settings as the bank rolls out a simpler mobile and online layout.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last week
Alkami webinar spotlights digital maturity in banking
Digital Transformation

Alkami webinar spotlights digital maturity in banking

Banks are under pressure to speed onboarding and tighten fraud controls as more institutions move AI from trials into daily business banking use.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week
National Bank of Canada teams up with Sardine on fraud
Data Analytics

National Bank of Canada teams up with Sardine on fraud

The deal gives National Bank of Canada new fraud tools as lenders race to curb losses without adding friction for customers.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last week
FVSBank partners with MANTL to speed account opening
Digital Transformation

FVSBank partners with MANTL to speed account opening

Customers at FVSBank will be able to open more deposit accounts online in minutes, as the bank unifies branch and digital onboarding.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week
iProov launches tool to spot deepfakes in video calls
Biometrics

iProov launches tool to spot deepfakes in video calls

Growing use of AI fakery is forcing companies to verify who is really on screen before hiring, approving payments or granting access.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Modulr taps Alloy for compliance hub as it expands
Fintech

Modulr taps Alloy for compliance hub as it expands

The UK fintech aims to speed customer checks in new markets while tightening controls on financial crime and fraud.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week