Fraud is becoming more sophisticated and increasingly difficult to distinguish from legitimate customer activity. Criminals are combining stolen information, synthetic identities, social engineering, artificial intelligence (AI), and automation to bypass traditional fraud controls and make fraudulent activity appear increasingly authentic. A recent FinAi News analysis identified four threats financial institutions should pay particular attention to: […]

Why reporting suspicious activity is one of the most effective security controls your organization has Every Report Matters Security incidents rarely begin with sophisticated attacks. More often, they start with something that simply doesn't seem right—a suspicious email, an unfamiliar visitor, an unexpected password reset notification, or unusual computer behavior. In those moments, it's easy […]

Hardly a day passes without Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities and advancements capturing the headlines. Without question, AI is rapidly impacting many aspects of our daily lives—banking, software development, education, and, yes, the practice of law. While the benefits and impacts of AI are frequently extolled, the reality is that AI remains in the early stages […]

Unwanted emails are a common frustration. Promotional messages, mailing lists, and suspicious outreach can quickly overwhelm an inbox. While clicking the “unsubscribe” link may seem like the simplest solution, cybersecurity professionals caution that this action can sometimes increase risk rather than eliminate it. Understanding when it is safe to unsubscribe, and when it is not, […]

Internal defenses aren’t enough. Today’s fraudsters target your customers’ trust just as much as your systems. The strongest programs pair rock-solid internal controls with brand integrity and crystal-clear customer communications. 1) Fortify the core 2) Own your public attack surface Fraudsters spoof your identity before they steal your data. 3) Standardize customer touchpoints Make it […]