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Bitcoin's in a slump but expert says ignore the crypto deniers to build long term wealth

Tue, 4th Jan 2022
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Bitcoin set for worst monthly performance since May as CEO of deVere Group urges investors to ignore crypto skeptics.
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Gaming company Polemos to enable the monetisation of NFT gaming assets from blockchain games.

Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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Gaming company Polemos aims to create the first GameFi platform allowing users to monetise NFT gaming assets from blockchain games.
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Digital currencies on the up, role of CFO more important than ever

Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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By 2024, 20% of large organisations will use digital currencies for payments, stored value or collateral, according to the analyst firm Gartner.
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Cryptocurrrency: The next big thing Australia's banks need to keep an eye on

Mon, 13th Dec 2021
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Banks should keep a finger on the pulse of the growing demand for cryptocurrency services, according to a global study by Visa.
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Sophos uncovers new variants of Tor2Mine cryptominer

Mon, 6th Dec 2021
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Sophos researchers have discovered new variants of the Tor2Mine cryptominer that evade detection and spread through networks. .
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Ransomware, supply chain and trojans top cyber risks against financial institutions

Fri, 19th Nov 2021
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2021 has seen a steady rise in cross-border cyber attacks perpetrated by increasingly sophisticated threat actors.
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Payroll and compliance platform Deel launches in Australia and New Zealand

Tue, 16th Nov 2021
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Global payroll and compliance platform Deel has launched in Australia and New Zealand, offering businesses access to global talent.
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Ransomware black hole pulls in other cyberthreats to create one massive delivery system

Fri, 12th Nov 2021
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Ransomware's growing power is sucking other cyberthreats into its orbit, creating a unified and modular attack system, warns Sophos.
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Adobe to launch eCommerce Payment Services feature powered by PayPal

Tue, 21st Sep 2021
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Adobe Commerce is set to launch a new Payment Services feature that will allow merchants to offer an Adobe-based payment solution.
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Infosys launches Equinox, its new digital commerce platform

Fri, 10th Sep 2021
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Infosys unveils Equinox, an omnichannel platform for personalised commerce experiences, targeting both B2B and B2C buyers.
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'Trash Panda as a Service' has been upgraded to steal cryptocurrency

Fri, 6th Aug 2021
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Raccoon Stealer, a malware platform that rents out its services for $75 a week, has upgraded its services, according to a new report from Sophos.
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DDoS attacks plateau in second quarter - Kaspersky

Wed, 4th Aug 2021
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DDoS attacks have decreased by 38.8% compared to Q2 2020, with China leading in SSH attacks but losing ground overall, says Kaspersky.
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Surge in targeted spear phishing as attackers look for weak link

Wed, 4th Aug 2021
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The rise of targeted malicious email attacks is revealed in a new report by Barracuda, highlighting the need for improved protection measures.
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90% of crypto enthusiasts expecting inflation to be a real problem

Mon, 2nd Aug 2021
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Over three-quarters of crypto enthusiasts anticipate inflation becoming a significant issue in the next five years, according to a survey.
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Mastercard's new Start Path program supports digital assets, blockchain and cryptocurrency startups

Fri, 30th Jul 2021
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Mastercard has announced its latest Start Path global start-up engagement program supporting digital assets, blockchain and cryptocurrency companies.
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Banking CFOs need to step up efforts in ESG, automation and crypto support - Accenture study

Mon, 12th Jul 2021
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Accenture study finds that banking CFOs must manage disruption and take a strategic approach to technology investment for success.
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GPS and Currencycloud launch cross-border payments solution

Thu, 1st Jul 2021
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Global Processing Services (GPS) has partnered with Currencycloud to offer cross-border payment solutions for financial institutions and fintechs.
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Ransomware decreases as criminals customise attacks on larger, more lucrative targets - McAfee Report

Fri, 25th Jun 2021
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McAfee has released its latest cybersecurity report analysing cybercriminal activity related to malware and cyber threats in the first quarter of 2021.
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Zoho's CRM app Bigin a hit with small businesses during pandemic

Thu, 24th Jun 2021
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Zoho's CRM platform Bigin has gained over 7,500 customers in under a year, achieving a 40% quarterly revenue increase.
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Phishing remains number one threat to cyber safety, while stalkerware, gaming attacks are on the rise

Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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Phishing remains the top cyber threat to consumers, with scams related to the pandemic also on the rise, says NortonLifeLock research.