Stay informed with Security World Trend Now! Discover the latest security trends, technologies, and strategies to protect your data, networks, and digital identity. Get expert insights and practical advice for ensuring your online safety. Explore now!
Device Intelligence Platform Fingerprint Raises $33 Million in Series C Funding Chicago, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Fingerprint, the world’s most accurate device intelligence platform, has secured $33 million in Series C funding in a round led by Nexus Venture Partners, with participation from Uncorrelated Ventures. The new funding brings the total amount raised by…
Darwinium Raises $18 Million for Edge-based Fraud Prevention Tech Introduction Darwinium, a San Francisco-based startup specializing in fraud prevention, has recently secured $18 million in a Series A funding round led by U.S. Venture Partners (USVP). The company, founded in 2021, has raised a total of $26 million to develop its bot and fraud prevention…
Cybersecurity Funding Fraud Prevention Firm Fingerprint Raises $33 Million Introduction Fingerprint, a fraud prevention provider, has successfully raised $33 million in a Series C funding round to expand its presence in the enterprise market. With this latest investment, the company’s total funding amounts to an impressive $77 million. Led by Nexus Venture Partners, the funding…
The Persistence of the Advance-Fee Scam It has been nearly two decades since the notorious case of Weldong Xu, a Harvard professor who fell victim to a Nigerian Prince scam. Despite our advancements in internet security and collective experience with the online world, advance-fee scams continue to thrive. In 2019 alone, Americans lost over $700,000…
Fortra, Microsoft, and Health-ISAC Collaborate to Combat Illegal Copies of Cobalt Blue Introduction In a joint effort to crackdown on illegal copies of Cobalt Blue, Fortra, a leading provider of cybersecurity products, has partnered with Microsoft and Health-ISAC. Bob Erdman, Fortra‘s Associate VP of Research & Development, recently joined Dark Reading’s News Desk to discuss…
ATM Card Skimming Still a Concern in the Cybercrime Landscape Card skimming, an old method used to steal sensitive information from ATM users, is making a comeback in the world of cybercrime. Despite the rise of ransomware attacks and supply-chain attacks, card skimming continues to pose a significant threat to individuals’ financial security. The In-Your-Face…
Report: Ensuring Internet Security and Protecting Your Devices The Importance of Internet Security in the Digital Age In an increasingly digital world, where our personal and professional lives heavily rely on the internet, ensuring internet security has become a vital concern. The rampant rise of cyber threats, such as malware, phishing, and sophisticated attacks, highlights…
Cybersecurity Threats Loom Over Amazon Prime Day Introduction Amazon Prime Day, a highly anticipated global shopping event, is set to take place on July 11-12. However, leading up to the sale, cybersecurity experts have identified a significant increase in malicious activity targeting both shoppers and retailers. Scammers have been quick to capitalize on the event,…
Attackers can break voice authentication with up to 99% success within six tries: Study by University of Waterloo The Vulnerabilities of Voice Authentication Voice authentication, a technology that allows companies to verify the identity of their clients through a unique “voiceprint,” has become increasingly popular in various security-critical scenarios such as remote banking and call…
Sumsub Launches Enhanced Deepfake Detection Technology to Combat Identity Fraud Miami, June 22, 2023 – Sumsub, a global verification platform specializing in customizable Know Your Customer (KYC), Know Your Business (KYB), transaction monitoring, and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) solutions, has announced the launch of its enhanced deepfake detection technology. In response to the growing threat of…