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Mike Nawrocki joins Jumio as new Chief Revenue Officer
Biometrics

Mike Nawrocki joins Jumio as new Chief Revenue Officer

Jumio has appointed Mike Nawrocki as Chief Revenue Officer, bringing over 25 years of sales leadership to enhance its identity verification solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Ping Identity reports 31% growth & near USD $800m ARR
Software-as-a-Service

Ping Identity reports 31% growth & near USD $800m ARR

Ping Identity has achieved a remarkable 31% year-on-year growth in Annual Recurring Revenue, now approaching USD $800 million amidst industry recognition.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Quantum threats rise
Firewalls

Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Quantum threats rise

Security experts warn of heightened cyber threats by 2025, including AI-driven attacks and vulnerabilities from quantum computing advancements.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
Attestiv unveils deepfake detection tool for video
Generative AI

Attestiv unveils deepfake detection tool for video

Attestiv has unveiled a new deepfake detection platform to help individuals and businesses tackle the rise of fake videos amid growing digital deception concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
Google's Cloud mandates MFA, sparking mixed reactions
Multi-factor authentication

Google's Cloud mandates MFA, sparking mixed reactions

Google's move to enforce multifactor authentication for all Cloud accounts has ignited varied reactions, urging firms to bolster security against rising cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Okta enhances security features to tackle identity threats
Disaster Recovery

Okta enhances security features to tackle identity threats

Okta has unveiled new features for its Workforce Identity Cloud to tackle security challenges like identity breaches and MFA overload in enterprises.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Cloudflare & WhatsApp collaborate on key verification service
Encryption

Cloudflare & WhatsApp collaborate on key verification service

Cloudflare introduces Plexi to verify public keys in end-to-end encryption for messaging apps, starting with WhatsApp, enhancing user trust and security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
Mandiant uncovers North Korean scheme to infiltrate IT departments
Malware

Mandiant uncovers North Korean scheme to infiltrate IT departments

North Korean IT workers have infiltrated major US and European companies using stolen identities, posing potential security threats, reveals Mandiant exposé.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
KnowBe4 warns of North Korean fake employee hiring scam
Malware

KnowBe4 warns of North Korean fake employee hiring scam

KnowBe4 warns of North Korean fake employee scam; firm thwarted a sophisticated cyber-attack just 25 minutes after a fraudulent hire accessed company systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams
Unified Communications

Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams

Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2024
GenAI tools amplify online fraud risks, report reveals
Unified Communications

GenAI tools amplify online fraud risks, report reveals

A new Transmit Security report reveals generative AI is fuelling a surge in dark web fraud, with accessible tools like FraudGPT boosting online scam capabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2024

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Identity verification stories

Authsignal unveils palm biometrics terminal for secure ID
Firewalls

Authsignal unveils palm biometrics terminal for secure ID

Authsignal has launched its innovative Palm Biometrics Identity Experience Terminal, integrating palm biometrics with mobile driver's licenses for secure identity verification.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
AI fraud networks exploit UK shoppers amid festive season
Online fraud

AI fraud networks exploit UK shoppers amid festive season

AI-driven fraud threatens to undermine Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping, with UK scams costing victims over GBP £11.5 million last year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Concerns raised over accuracy of UK digital identity data
Data Protection

Concerns raised over accuracy of UK digital identity data

Human-rights charity Sex Matters warns that inaccuracies in UK government records about sex could jeopardise the Data Use and Access Bill's integrity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Deepfake fraud rises: 56% of Singapore firms affected
Biometrics

Deepfake fraud rises: 56% of Singapore firms affected

A Regula survey reveals that over half of Singaporean companies face deepfake fraud, with 56% experiencing audio scams, sparking global concerns.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
Gartner predicts 500 million will use digital ID wallets by 2026
Data Privacy

Gartner predicts 500 million will use digital ID wallets by 2026

Gartner predicts that by 2026, over 500 million smartphone users will use digital identity wallets for verifiable claims, transforming digital credential management.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
ConnectID partners with Lendela to enhance loan matching in Australia
Cloud Services

ConnectID partners with Lendela to enhance loan matching in Australia

ConnectID by AP+ integrates with Lendela, enhancing the loan matching service's security and efficiency for Australian borrowers, addressing a market of 2.8 million.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
Marqeta partners with Zero for eco-friendly UK finance app
Payment Technologies

Marqeta partners with Zero for eco-friendly UK finance app

Marqeta partners with Zero to launch an eco-friendly UK finance app targeting Gen-Z and Millennials, promoting sustainable spending and climate-positive actions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024