Tag: cybercrime

Combating business email compromise: Strategies for financial firms

In the ever-evolving landscape of financial crimes, firms across the globe are grappling with the challenge of safeguarding their operations and reputation. Among the myriad of schemes that threaten the integrity of financial institutions, Business Email Compromise (BEC) stands out for its cunning simplicity and potentially devastating impact.

Tietoevry’s swift response to cybercrime: A lesson in digital resilience

Tietoevry, a prominent FinTech services provider, faced a severe ransomware attack on one of its data centers in Sweden in the early hours of January 19-20.

How to keep your portfolio cyber-secure during the summer season

During summer, many look forward to unwind and take a well-deserved break. However, it's a prime time for cybercriminals to strike. 

Global cybercrime disruptor Netcraft bags more than $100m in funding

Netcraft, the global titan in cybercrime detection, disruption, and takedowns, has recently become a focal point in the FinTech sector.

DOJ ups the ante in cyber warfare by inaugurating dedicated cybercrime...

The US DOJ has announced the establishment of a new cyber-focused section, known as the National Security Cyber Section.

FBI unveils plan to shift cybercrime approach away from arrest-first

The FBI has revealed it is intending to move away from its indictment and arrest-first model to a cost-imposing and incident response model.

How cybercrime is becoming the next big challenge for Europe

A recent report by TechRobot has scrutinised the real-world and cyber-world crime rates of the 36 OECD countries and examined how well-informed citizens are on the topic.

Biden Administration calls on US private sector to help in cyber...

The US Deputy Attorney General has called on companies in the private sector to help the government tackle the rising wave of cybercrime.

US to bolster cyber synergies with new defence center launch

The US government has revealed it is introducing a new cyber defence center focused on strengthening collaboration between the public and private sector.

US introduces ransomware safety site, offers incentives for hacker tips

The US government has unveiled a new website designed to provide businesses with greater knowledge of the threat posed by ransomware to their companies.

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