Cybersecurity

Computer security, cybersecurity or information technology security is the protection of computer systems from the theft of or damage to their hardware, software, or electronic data, as well as from the disruption or misdirection of the services they provide.

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Unity On Why Robust Digital Identity Verification Is Crucial To Digital Gaming’s Continued Expansion
Unity On Why Robust Digital Identity Verification Is Crucial To Digital Gaming’s Continued Expansion
March 14, 2022  |  Authentication

A satisfying videogaming experience hinges on simple, seamless gameplay, meaning even one clunky microtransaction can prompt consumers to abandon a platform. In the Digital Identity...

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Biometrics Brush Aside Passwords, Bring Curtain Down on ‘Security Theater’
Biometrics Brush Aside Passwords, Bring Curtain Down on ‘Security Theater’
March 14, 2022  |  Security & Fraud

It’s time to bring the curtain down on “security theater.” You’ve been an actor, perhaps, on that stage — and no bit player, either. Pindrop...

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Hacked US Companies Must Report to Government Under New Law
Hacked US Companies Must Report to Government Under New Law
March 13, 2022  |  Security & Fraud

Companies important to the U.S.’s national interests will now have to report when they’re hacked or if they pay ransomware, an Associated Press report said,...

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Gaming Platforms Tap Biometrics to Drive Smooth, Secure Microtransactions
Gaming Platforms Tap Biometrics to Drive Smooth, Secure Microtransactions
March 11, 2022  |  Authentication

The online gaming industry has experienced rapid growth following increased indoor activities for many consumers during the global health crisis, with growth expected to continue...

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CFPB Could Find NIST an Ally for Open Banking
CFPB Could Find NIST an Ally for Open Banking
March 10, 2022  |  CFPB

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a non-regulatory agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, on March 3 closed a public consultation on...

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As BNPL Takes Off, Fraudsters Step Up ‘Collusion Fraud’
As BNPL Takes Off, Fraudsters Step Up ‘Collusion Fraud’
March 10, 2022  |  Buy Now Pay Later

Any new payments vector, where hockey stick growth is apparent — up and to the right, of course — grabs the attention of fraudsters. David...

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SEC Seeks More Cybersecurity Info From Companies
SEC Seeks More Cybersecurity Info From Companies
March 09, 2022  |  Cybersecurity

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Wednesday (March 9) proposed amendments to its rules on cybersecurity risk management, strategy, governance and incident reporting...

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ACI Worldwide Launches Fraud Scoring for Financial Institutions
ACI Worldwide Launches Fraud Scoring for Financial Institutions
March 09, 2022  |  Fraud Prevention

Global real-time payments software firm ACI Worldwide is introducing a fraud scoring platform powered by machine learning to deliver real-time security and fraud prevention to...

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Google Plans $5.4B Acquisition of Cybersecurity Firm Mandiant
Google Plans $5.4B Acquisition of Cybersecurity Firm Mandiant
March 08, 2022  |  Acquisitions

Alphabet’s Google has a $5.4 billion deal in place for the acquisition of cybersecurity firm Mandiant, a move intended to complement Google Cloud’s security strengths...

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