Banking stories - Page 111

Biometrics eclipse passwords as cyber security's new sentinel, Wynyard Group reports an uptick in body-based security measures.

New Zealand retailers are entering the busiest week of the year ahead of Christmas and the number of DDoS attacks continues to rise.

ESET is upping its banking and payment protections, with a new solution that automatically detects when users are performing financial transactions.

ANZ is expected to record a small increase in IT services growth next year, with the overall APeJ IT services spend forecast to grow 6.5%.

Risks related to technology are the biggest concern for the New Zealand banking industry, according to a new study from PWC.

Although relatively low-profile, SDN is a force which many in the industry reckon will change your network – and indeed your business – forever.

Xero has added a new feature known as 'Search for Xero', available from any screen within the app, to enable faster navigation and a better workflow.

Trade Me founder Sam Morgan has joined Vend's board of directors, bringing his experience to the growing retail software company.

Tomorrow ANZ will launch its new goMoney Wallet for Android users, enabling a number of New Zealanders to make purchases using their smartphone.

Xero ramps up its online defence, launching a two-step verification process to safeguard customer data on its accounting platform.

Concur reveals automation could vastly speed up expense audits, curbing manual errors and company overspending.

Xero says the company has reached a point where its prices no longer reflect the strength of the platform and how much the company has transformed.

Due to ubiquitous adoption of internet enabled mobile devices, consumer demand for 24/7 connectivity has never been greater.

MYOB surveyed more than 300 SME operators based in Auckland, and found disatisfaction with local council support is at its highest level in two years.

Cloud-based accounting software company Xero has launched an Apple Watch application to help small business owners manage their finances.

Businesses to enhance accounts payable in 2016 with cloud tech, analytics, and mobile solutions, says Concur's MD Matthew Goss.

Symantec says that despite the concern and awareness of cybercrime, consumers are overconfident in their online security behaviours.

New Zealand professionals expect pay rises and bonuses in 2016, with IT professionals being the most likely to change jobs.

EMC introduces integrated and extended cloud capabilities across its entire storage and data protection portfolio.

In the digital world where mobility reigns supreme, there is a growing gap between expectations of wireless customers and those who design buildings.