Financial institutions stories - Page 11
AI-fuelled bank scams rise, impersonating officials with ease
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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physical security
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ai
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identity theft
A recent report reveals that criminals are increasingly employing artificial intelligence to enhance bank scams, making them harder to detect.
Ondo Finance launches tokenised US Treasuries on XRP Ledger
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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blockchain
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cloud services
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capital management
Ondo Finance has unveiled tokenised U.S. Treasuries on the XRP Ledger, boosting institutional access to short-term securities via Ripple USD.
Real-time KYC: Tipping the balance in corporate banking's digital revolution
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
As corporate banking undergoes a digital transformation, real-time KYC processes powered by Corporate Digital Identity are set to significantly enhance operational efficiency.
Backbase highlights banking trends shaping the industry in 2025
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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fintech
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cx
Backbase forecasts a USD $1 trillion transformation in banking by 2025, urging traditional banks to innovate or face a 30% market share loss to digital rivals.
Kobble unveils platform to revolutionise finance in Australia
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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crypto
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fintech
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blockchain
Kobble has unveiled a new Embedded Finance Platform designed to tackle inefficiencies in Australia's financial sector caused by failed IT projects.
Morgan Stanley partners with Wise to boost FX settlements
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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financial institutions
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forex
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wise
Morgan Stanley has partnered with Wise to enhance its foreign exchange settlement capabilities, marking a first for an investment bank in this area.
Radware strengthens AI security for top Italian bank
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Radware is boosting its AI-driven security services for one of Italy's top five banks, aiming to combat rising cyber threats and comply with EU regulations.
Stefan Krause joins artius.iD as strategic advisor
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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cartech
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cybersecurity
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financial institutions
Security and digital ID firm artius.iD appoints Stefan Krause, ex-CFO of BMW and Deutsche Bank, to its Board of Strategic Advisors amid growing cybersecurity challenges.
Pegasystems unveils AI-driven Pega Smart Investigate update
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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rpa
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genai
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ai
Pegasystems has unveiled the latest Pega Smart Investigate Enterprise Edition, enhancing banks' capabilities in processing payment exceptions with AI automation.
Financial sector's growing focus on cloud resiliency in 2023
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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dr
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
The Cloud Security Alliance's new report reveals that 78% of financial institutions use single-cloud systems, emphasising resilience amid rising cyber threats.
Visa mandates end of SMS OTPs to tackle AI-driven scams
Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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cx
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phishing
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martech
Visa will require Australian financial institutions to move beyond SMS One-Time Passwords for payments by October 2026 to combat rising AI-driven fraud.
Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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iot security
Zscaler's latest report reveals over 200 malicious apps in Google Play, urging organisations to enhance mobile security amid rising mobile threats.
Don't let your company make headlines for all the wrong reasons
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
New APRA regulations demand Australian financial firms enhance cybersecurity measures or face hefty penalties, after rising data breaches affect millions.
Australian banks criticised for weak email scam defences
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Research by Proofpoint reveals that 66% of Australian banks are ill-equipped to combat email fraud, risking customer safety amid rising scams.
AUSIEX enhances engagement with NICE CXone integration
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
AUSIEX has integrated the NICE CXone platform to boost customer engagement and operational efficiency, enhancing its services in the financial sector.
Global fraud attacks rise 19% amid AI exploitation
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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uc
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collaboration
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fraud
A new report reveals a staggering 19% rise in global fraud attacks, largely fuelled by AI exploitation, highlighting urgent need for improved detection measures.
Bitsight acquires Cybersixgill for USD $115 million
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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supply chain
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ai
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cybersecurity
Bitsight has acquired threat intelligence provider Cybersixgill for USD $115 million, bolstering its cybersecurity capabilities amid rising cyber risks.
Financial sector prepares for EU DORA regulations in 2025
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
As the EU's DORA regulation looms, financial firms are urged to bolster digital resilience or risk severe operational disruptions by January 2025.
HID acquires IXLA to enhance document personalisation tech
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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financial institutions
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hid global
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acquisition
HID has acquired Italian firm IXLA, enhancing its portfolio in secure credential issuance and expanding its reach in European and emerging markets.
Busting money laundering in Australia is dependent on making better data connections
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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genai
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ai
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money laundering
The persistent ability of criminals to exploit legitimate structures to launder money has banks and others on the hunt for new tools and techniques to counter the threat.