Posted on 17 February 2025 by Thales
Bots make up nearly half of all internet traffic, and while most are useful, some have been designed with malicious intent. So, what exactly is it? Discover the differences between ‘good’ and ‘bad’ ones and how to protect your organisation. What is a bot? Put simply, it’s a computer program that automates tasks carried out […]
Posted on 11 February 2025 by Thales
APP fraud – or Authorised Push Payment (APP) fraud - is a type of scam where fraudsters trick individuals or businesses into sending them money under false pretences. Discover all you need to know about APP Fraud, and how you can take preventative measures to safeguard against it. What is APP fraud, what is its impact, […]
Posted on 20 January 2025 by Thales
IoT, or the “internet of things”, is a phenomenon we frequently encounter on a daily basis – perhaps without even realising it. Embedded sensors and technologies within physical objects are incredibly commonplace: from smart meters, smart speakers, and connected security within the home, to IoT technologies augmenting industries like healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, agriculture, and retail […]
Posted on 14 January 2025 by Thales
Online and e-commerce payments are booming, growing five times faster than in-store payments. However, this dramatic shift brings challenges for merchants, issuers, and end users, including security concerns, higher drop-off rates, increased operational costs, and missed revenue opportunities for banks. It has been estimated that 70.19% of online shopping carts will have been abandoned worldwide […]
Posted on 17 December 2024 by Thales
It’s easy to forget how far technology has come in such a short space of time. Sometimes it’s only when we take a step back and reflect do we notice just how much things have advanced. It’s at this time of year that experts from across the industry make forward-thinking predictions for the year(s) ahead. […]
Posted on 13 November 2024 by Thales
As we mark International Fraud Awareness Week, it’s crucial to reflect on the evolving nature of online fraud and its impact on the banking sector. Fraud is not a new issue, but it has become increasingly sophisticated with the advancement of technology, making it harder to detect and prevent. The Current Fraud Landscape In the […]