Orange and Google looking to fund fintech start-ups
Interested in IoT, cybersecurity, cloud and AI in EMEA.
Cybersecurity
Arxan brings app protection tech to Android
The first cybersecurity solution to leverage Google for Android-supported Kotlin to secure Android apps.
Fraudsters target BMO and CIBC’s Simplii Financial
Alleged to be in possession of customers’ personal and financial information.
Disruption on its way, are banks ready?
A disruption is typically an opportunity long before it becomes a threat.
Criminals capture $1.2bn in cryptocurrency since 2017
Anti-Phishing Working Group reveals the danger… and damage.
PaySend adds KYC and risk management tech from 4Stop
Moving money with international money transfer platform PaySend just got a lot more secure.
ABN Amro hit by DDoS attack
Dutch bank’s services either not available or very slow.
Crédit Mutuel turns to IBM for major digital revamp
All in for IBM’s AI, cloud and cybersecurity.
Top fintech stories this week – 18 May 2018
Catch up on FinTech Futures’ top five fintech stories of the week – all in one place!
FinovateSpring 2018: cybersecurity, branch banking, partnerships, financial wellness, and more
Headlining speakers discuss the hottest topics of FinovateSpring 2018.
Blockchain firm Zonafide shuts down
“A major engagement we had expected was put on hold.”
Credit Karma teams with SpyCloud for dark web data monitoring
Credit Karma expands its identity theft monitoring offering to include data from the dark web.
PSD2 and the need for common security standards
Common standards for secure data exchange and robust authentication of PSPs’ interfaces are needed.
Standard Chartered brings eXellerator innovation lab to Hong Kong
Shiny, speedy and 10,000 square feet.
Infographic: 77 facts about cybercrime one should know in 2018
Data breaches, vulnerable industries, and more.
On-demand webinar: the latest trends in mobile banking malware… and how to fight them
Free webinar exploring the latest and greatest ways leading banks shield themselves against the threats.
SpyCloud lands $5m in funding
All is revealed by security breach detection and account takeover prevention service.
NatWest links with Vocalink to foil fraudsters
Bank bolsters defences for detection of invoice fraud.
Carbanak and Cobalt crime crew caught
Mastermind behind €1 billion cyber bank robbery arrested in Spain.
Steward Bank signs for NetGuardians’ cybersecurity tech
Fraud fighting solutions find a place at Zimbabwean bank.
Trusted Knight nobly unveils Protector Air to fight fraud
Cloud-based solution deploys in-stream between consumers and businesses.
To become “cyber ready”, banks need to get to know their IT systems
The steps financial services firms need to take to keep up with regulation and protect against cyber threats.
Equifax turns to Entersekt for online and mobile services protection
Entersekt’s Transakt solution will be an additional layer to protect Equifax’s online & mobile services.
BNP Paribas fires up new investment fund for start-ups
More help is on the way for the young guns of fintech and insurtech.
Zonafide blockchain brings bona fide touch to Atos
UK firm will help Atos combat identity theft and cybercrime.
Disruptive technology: the post-trade world wakes up
Looking at three pivotal technologies: distributed ledger type (DLT), common platforms, and cyber defences.
Hackers steal $6m from Russian bank via Swift
Russian central bank disclosed the information… very discreetly.
Payfone gets $23m in funding from Synchrony Financial
New round takes digital identity authentication company’s total funding to $93.6 million.
How fintech firms can take cover from cyberattacks
Revolutionising technologies are coming up by day and rendering most of the old business models obsolete.
NetGuardians signs first customer in North America
Canada’s FirstOntario Credit Union looks for help in fight against fraud and cybercrime.
US DoJ shuts down payment card fraud ring
Transnational criminal gang responsible for more than $530 million in losses from cybercrimes.
Infographic: 77 facts about cybercrimes one should know in 2018
Did you know that 75% of mobile apps would fail a basic security test?
Seven US states standardise fintech payments
Say hello to Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Texas and Washington.
Could data masking prevent credit card fraud?
Examining the latest weapon cybercriminals have acquired – data masking.
Cisco, Apple, Aon and Allianz unveil cyber risk management solution
Combines evaluation services, technology, and options for cyber insurance coverage.
UK government pushing for cybersecurity clarity
Plans to simplify incident responses and a reduction in fines.
Where top US banks are betting on fintech – CB Insights
Research company CB Insights has mapped out where the top ten US banks are investing in fintech.
BehavioSec boosted by $17.5m funding
Behavioural biometrics company now has total funding of almost $26 million.
Infographic: the most shocking personal data hacks of all time
Including data hacks of Equifax and JP Morgan Chase as well as online security tips.
ABN Amro, ING and Rabobank hit by cyberattacks
All suffered a series of DDoS attacks last weekend.
