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Godfather Android malware now uses virtualization to hijack banking apps
A new version of the Android malware “Godfather” creates isolated virtual environments on mobile devices to steal account data and transactions from legitimate banking apps. These malicious apps are executed inside a controlled virtual environment on the device, enabling real-time spying, credential theft, and transaction manipulation while maintaining perfect visual deception. The tactic resembles that seen in the FjordPhantom Android malware in…
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Instagram ‘BMO’ ads use AI deepfakes to scam banking customers
Instagram ads impersonating financial institutions like Bank of Montreal (BMO) and EQ Bank (Equitable Bank) are being used to target Canadian consumers with phishing scams and investment fraud. Some ads use AI-powered deepfake videos in an attempt to collect your personal information, while others use official branding to drive traffic outside of the platform to lookalike illicit domains that are not affiliated…
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AI-powered banking fraud on the rise – but financial institutions are fighting back
More than half of banking fraud now involves the use of AI with banks using the same tools to fight back – but unlike the criminals, they’re hampered by ethical considerations. Research from financial crime prevention platform Feedzai revealed that 92% of financial institutions are seeing fraudsters use generative AI. More than four in ten financial professionals reported that deepfakes…
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Java developers are facing serious productivity issues: Staff turnover, lengthy redeploy times, and a lack of resources are hampering efficiency – but firms are banking on AI tools to plug the gaps
Java developers are encountering significant productivity barriers, according to new research, prompting businesses to take drastic measures to boost efficiency. Perforce Software’s 2025 Java Developer Productivity report revealed barriers to Java developer productivity can take on many forms, but the most significant issue hurting their ability to work effectively was insufficient documentation (41%). Lacking robust documentation means devs have to…
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Square Business Banking Review: Key Features & Costs
Square is a financial technology (fintech) company well-known for its point-of-sale (POS) system. It offers diverse business banking products and services, which include checking, savings, loans, and credit cards. The Square Business Checking account Square is a financial technology company and not a bank. Square Checking is provided by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. provides small businesses with instant deposit access…
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North One Business Banking Review: Key Features & Costs
North One North One is a financial technology company and not a bank. Banking services are provided by The Bancorp Bank, N.A; Member FDIC. is a financial technology (fintech) company that offers small business owners savings from typical account fees by charging no monthly fees and having no minimum balance requirements. It also has various business tools through integration with…
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Found Business Banking Review (2024): Is it a Trustworthy Bank?
Found Business Banking provides an accessible and easy-to-use platform designed specifically for freelancers and small business owners who want to keep their banking, accounting, and tax resources in one place. But is it the right fit for your business? Let’s find out. Source link
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Hackers steal banking creds from iOS, Android users via PWA apps
Threat actors started to use progressive web applications to impersonate banking apps and steal credentials from Android and iOS users. Progressive web apps (PWA) are cross-platform applications that can be installed directly from the browser and offer a native-like experience through features like push notifications, access to device hardware, and background data syncing. Using this type of apps in phishing campaigns allows…
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