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Fraud stories

It's Fraud Awareness Week: How you can steer clear of scams and fraud

Netsafe reports 86% rise in identity fraud and 37% increase in investment fraud in New Zealand, sparking concern over online safety.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Nov 2021

Data Protection

Cyber security breach reports rise 25%

The number of cyber security incidents reported in this country has risen 25 percent since the same time last year. .

By RNZ • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Jun 2021

Customs

Romanian nationals jailed for card skimming

The equipment was used to obtain credit card details of more than 122 New Zealanders, and to steal approximately $75,380 from many of them.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Oct 2020

Global Stories

Fraud stories

Unified Communications

Are banks, social media and telcos to blame for scam explosion?

Consumers think banks, retailers and mobile operators need to do more to protect them and their personal information from fraudsters.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Sep 2021

Cybersecurity

FiVerity launches 'revolutionary' Cyber Fraud Network

FiVerity launches industry-first Cyber Fraud Network to combat cyber tactics and fraudulent theft in financial institutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Aug 2021

Fraud

Cost of fraud in Asia Pacific reaches almost $4 per transaction

A new study by LexisNexis Risk Solutions suggests that the cost of fraud in Asia Pacific tops almost US$4 for every transaction made.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Jul 2021

Physical Security

Online payment fraud losses to exceed $206 billion, driven by identity theft

Online payment fraud losses are set to exceed $206 billion over the next five years, driven by identity fraud, according to Juniper Research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Jul 2021

Cybersecurity

Ping Identity acquires bot detection firm SecuredTouch

Ping Identity has acquired fraud and bot detection firm SecuredTouch, combining fraud and identity security capabilities. The deal's terms were not disclosed.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Jun 2021

Email Security

Scams number one online crime

Scams make up 56% of all online fraud attacks, according to new research from cyber intelligence company Group-IB.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Jun 2021

Unified Communications

Number porting fraud prompts extra measure from telcos

Telcos have banded together in an attempt to stamp out a relatively uncommon but potentially devastating type of fraud.

By RNZ • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Jun 2021

Marketing Technologies

Forter doubles revenue in 12 months, raising $300 million for a $3 billion valuation

Forter, the eCommerce fraud prevention company, has raised $300m in funding, doubling its revenue and reaching a $3bn valuation.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 28th May 2021

Marketing Technologies

Is fraud prevention costing eCommerce more than fraud itself?

By investing in advanced tools that access huge datasets, merchants get a better picture of what 'good' customers look like, meaning fewer are declined.

By Monica Acree • 4 min read • Wed, 12th May 2021

Email Security

New research reveals customer behaviour around fraud risks

Most attempts by organisations to educate customers about fraud are ineffective, says new research from Callsign.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 4th May 2021

Surveillance

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is GBG?

GBG regional general manager for ANZ, Carol Chris, discusses the key products and challenges faced by customers in the APAC region. #TechDay.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 24th Feb 2021

Cybersecurity

Financial account takeovers on the rise - Kaspersky

Account takeovers accounted for every second fraudulent transaction in the finance industry in 2020, according to Kaspersky.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Feb 2021

Malware

Kaspersky identifies new banking malware targeting mobile users

Kaspersky discovers new banking malware that targets mobile users worldwide, with a particular focus on Brazil.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Nov 2020

Open source

Digital payments fuelling fraud surge during COVID-19 crisis

Digital payments are driving a multibillion-dollar fraud surge worldwide, fueled by the rapid adoption of mobile apps and online channels during the pandemic.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Oct 2020