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Nearly all of the top US banks were impacted by third party breaches last year
Virtually all of the top 100 US banks were hit by third party data breaches last year, including every one of the top ten. Research from SecurityScorecard found 97% of firms reported third-party breaches across the year, although only 6% of vendors were compromised. A similar number also suffered fourth-party breaches, traced back to just 2% of vendors. Ryan Sherstobitoff,…
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UK banks weathered the storm of cyber threats in 2024 – here’s why
Large, regulated financial institutions have seen a major drop in the number of cyber attacks over the last year, following moves by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to tighten regulations around operational resilience. According to data obtained by Hack The Box via Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, the FCA received 101 incident notifications from regulated firms between January 1 and…
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Do banks refund scammed money?
“Your bank account has been drained.” These five words can stop your heart. Last year, Americans lost a staggering $8.8 billion to scammers and many victims asked the same desperate question: “Will I ever see that money again?” The answer isn’t simple. While banks refunded $4.2 billion in fraud losses during 2023, getting your money back often depends on the…
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‘Outer Banks’ future on Netflix revealed — there’s good and bad news
We’re just days out from “Outer Banks” season 4 part 2, and Netflix has just given us a major update about the show’s future. Per a statement from creators Josh Pate, Jonas Pate, and Shannon Burke (released on Tudum), we know that “Outer Banks” will return for a fifth season, which they’ve said will “be our best yet”. It’s not…
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Amazon’s early Black Friday deals are up to 65% off — here’s my favorite power banks and chargers
Early Black Friday deals are already creeping up on us, even with the big day itself still weeks away. If, like me, your trusty power bank or portable charger is one of the gadgets you can’t leave home without, right now you can snag some of our favorite brands on Amazon for a steal as part of the retailer’s early…
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Anker Recalls Another Three Battery Power Banks for Fire and Explosion Hazard
Anker is recalling three of its portable battery banks, after some of them exploded and caught on fire. If you have one of the affected batteries, you should stop using it and return it to Anker. These power banks are typically used to recharge other portable devices, such as cell phones, tablets, watches, and laptops, and range from 12W to…
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Best Portable Chargers and Power Banks for Phones and Laptops
Some portable chargers can power your devices faster than others. This is largely determined by the kinds of ports the charger is equipped with and their max wattage output. Take a look at the port options on different models when shopping. Portable chargers are usually outfitted with USB-C ports and USB-A ports, which both can be rated for different…
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8 Best Banks for ECommerce Businesses in 2024
For eCommerce businesses to thrive, they need financial providers that offer cost-effective business checking accounts that integrate with popular eCommerce platforms. Business services that provide seamless payment for customers and vendors are also vital. Our list includes fintech companies offering innovative account features and traditional banks providing full-service banking products to support the growth of your online business. We review…
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8 Best International Banks for Business Reviewed for 2024
If you are a business that regularly makes international payments to global suppliers, choosing an international bank that offers free or low-cost worldwide transfer fees, speedy processing, and multiple currencies is vital. The availability of digital banking is also a critical factor in making cross-border payments faster and more affordable. These create a competitive advantage for companies intent on expanding…
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Amazon’s early Prime Day deals are up to 90% off — here’s my favorite power banks and chargers
You can never go wrong with a handy power bank or charger, especially when your phone’s battery is near empty after downloading an episode of the Rings of Power. I’ve had something similar happen on multiple occasions, so I can’t stress enough how helpful it is for me to have a portable charger or power bank in my backpack. Right…
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