Currencies stories - Page 8

ABI Research says that the revenue drop will not last long, with revenues expected to return to normal by 2023.

Upon completing the acquisition of the Brisbane-based payment service provider, Payrix states its expansion efforts are in motion.

Cryptomining is a growing threat to SMBs in Southeast Asia, with 1.7 million mining malware threats detected by Kaspersky in H1 2020.

Newly discovered malware, KryptoCibule, is targeting victims in Czechia and Slovakia to steal cryptocurrencies undetected.

deVere Group launches Ident Me app for secure identity verification and notary services, adding to its fintech portfolio.

Blockchain goes beyond crypto, enabling secure, lifelong digital credential ownership and instant verification.

All industry verticals will eventually be impacted to some degree, says F&S, but four areas are likely to see the biggest changes.

Once cryptocurrency is stolen, there is no refund like there is with a bank or credit card company, and governments offer no protection for users.

As people's fear and desire to do something about COVID-19 is dominating the news, it is also being exploited in every way by online criminals.

Check Point Research's 2020 Cyber Security Report reveals rising threats such as cryptominers, botnets, and targeted ransomware against global organisations.

A new Protiviti survey reveals CFOs are prioritising security, analytics, and customer service, reflecting a shift towards a strategic focus in finance.

Kaspersky's web antivirus solution detected an 8th increase in unique malicious objects in 2019, driven by a surge in web skimmers.

Kaspersky warns of Korean-speaking cyber threat groups like Lazarus and BlueNoroff targeting financial institutions and cryptocurrency exchanges in SE Asia.

The Winnti Group is known for its espionage capability and targeted attacks, although financial motivations cannot be excluded.

Organisations now face an even wider risk landscape, as they seek to tackle emerging digital threats and deal with complex reputational and regulatory issues.

This year blockchain is starting to find its feet as innovators find the use-cases that suit the specific areas in which it can provide value.

AlphaCert and Refinitiv are now offering new data management solutions to New Zealand and Australian investment management sectors.

UK tax authority HMRC's efforts to tax cryptocurrencies show that they are the future of money, says CEO of deVere Group.

Kaspersky reports a 7% rise in financial malware, affecting 430,000 users in H1 2019, with 30.9% targeting corporate users, double from 2018.

The PALLET Node Service reduces the time to build the node and provides management services for corporations that are expanding into blockchain.