Banking stories - Page 97

Mass Telstra, Xero & CBA email scams blocked in a single week
Thu, 28th Sep 2017
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Telstra, Xero, CBA and go via have all been impersonated as part of phishing scams that are starting to look like the real thing.

Android banking Trojan stalks Google Play - again
Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
It’s a case of déjà vu for one particular Android banking Trojan, which has popped up on Google Play after being removed from the store this year.

EHF Fellow creating a global model for blockchain policy from New Zealand
Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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defi
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cryptocurrency
New Zealand has a clean slate on blockchain policy and a history of being forward-leaning, nimble, technology-savvy, and open to new ideas.

Misco opts with Oracle NetSuite because of local EU data centres
Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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supply chain & logistics
According to Misco, the decision was made easy given NetSuite’s range of data centres across Europe and in particular the Netherlands.

Retail and banking leading cognitive and AI systems growth
Tue, 26th Sep 2017
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healthtech
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cognitive systems
Retail and banking are driving demand for cognitive and AI systems according to IDC which says APAC will be the second largest market come 2021.

APAC is now the most dangerous cyber threat region in the world
Tue, 26th Sep 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
APAC ranked highest in ransomware threats & malware detections, with online banking malware and malicious mobile app downloads also prevalent.

MYOB and Xero claim spots on AFR Most Innovative Companies list
Mon, 25th Sep 2017
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accounting systems
MYOB and Xero clinch spots on AFR's Top 50 Innovators, highlighting their commitment to revolutionising SME accounting.

Intersekt fintech festival promises world-first gender equality commitment
Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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dei
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gender diversity
The decision is part of an ongoing campaign to drive increased levels of female participation in Australia’s most important startup sector.

Cognizant to drive digital transformation for Hills
Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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digital transformation
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martech
Hills harnesses Cognizant's prowess for sweeping digital overhaul, aiming to sharpen customer engagement and streamline operations.

Email scammers targeting SMBs under guise of accounting software
Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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email security
Cybercrime networks may be chasing smaller businesses who don’t have a dedicated infosec or IT team to help defend against scams.

Tech’s momentum driving New Zealand economy forward
Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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banking
NZTech’s annual report states that it's committed to creating more prosperity for New Zealand underpinned by technology.

How to build a #human element into your organisational culture – Xero
Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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hcm
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financial systems
Xero's Rachael Powell outlines six essential components using the acronym EBITDA to build a human-centred organisational culture amid rapid business changes.

Bot services market worth US$1,783.9m by 2022 – APAC the driver
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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A new research report from MarketsandMarkets has forecast very positive times ahead for the bot services market, with APAC leading the way.

Fuji Xerox files proceedings against former senior executives
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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document management
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ecm
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fintech
Fuji Xerox NZ and its parent company have begun civil action against the former senior executives of the Kiwi operations.

Macquarie Bank launches pilot of Australia's first open banking platform
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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data protection
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macquarie bank
Macquarie Bank launches open banking platform allowing customers control over their data & new service offerings.

‘Banking for blockchain’ platform raises AUD$37m in pre-ICO round
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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blockchain
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initial coin offering
Bankera’s ‘digital bank’ will provide traditional banking and investment banking services to the blockchain marketplace including payments and loans.

Learning from the best: Cyberattack lessons from the BFSI sector
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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virtualisation
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ddos
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daas
The banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector in Australia is one of the most prone industries to cyberattacks.

Surge in support for Labour party from small businesses
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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accounting systems
‘Jacindamaina’ has seen a dramatic rise in support for Labour, according to the latest research by accounting software provider MYOB.

Keppel DC REIT acquires European data center for $103m
Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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colocation
Keppel DC REIT bolsters portfolio with key $103m Irish data center, solidifying presence in Dublin's bustling tech hub.

Thales boost security for Kakao, Korea's 'digital only' bank
Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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encryption
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fintech
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multi-cloud
South Korean digital-only bank Kakao has deployed Thales security technologies as part of its efforts to boost the foundation of its banking systems.