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Protecting Retail Banks from Digital Risks

The banking industry faces some of the strictest regulations globally. This industry plays a critical role in providing essential financial services to millions of people around the globe. As such, it is highly vulnerable to all types of threats, be it physical or digital. And as technology evolves, the banking industry becomes more vulnerable to cyber-attacks. This is because of its extensive reliance on technology-based data storage systems.

There are several cybersecurity threats that banks must be aware of to protect their client’s funds, assets, and information. These threats include viruses and malware, phishing attacks, and social engineering scams, among others. Malicious individuals or organisations pose these threats as they seek to exploit weaknesses in banks’ systems.

Blockchain and its Potential Impact on the Future of Cybersecurity

Over the past few years, we’ve been hearing more and more about crypto in emerging markets, digital money, blockchain technology, and other financial terms that have filled our digital platforms—from the articles we read to our social media feeds. While most people tend to associate blockchain with cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, the potential use of this innovation goes far beyond that.

One area where blockchain has the potential to revolutionise the way things work is cybersecurity.

Blockchain Technology & the Future of Cybersecurity

Over the past few years, we’ve been hearing more and more about crypto in emerging markets, digital money, blockchain technology, and other financial terms that have filled our digital platforms — from the articles we read to our social media feeds. While most people tend to associate blockchain with cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, the potential use of this innovation goes far beyond that.

Blockchain in CyberSecurity

How Social Media Changed Cybersecurity

The rise of social media has changed the way the internet’s bad actors conduct their operations. Organisations are even more vulnerable due to the plethora of private information that is accessible to those who intend to harm them.

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A 2022 survey recorded 39% of businesses in the United Kingdom as cyber-attack victims. Phishing attempts have been marked as the most common form of attacks, with 83% of respondents experiencing these, while more sophisticated attacks such as malware, denial of service or ransomware were also reported. Another threat companies need to watch out for is social media.

Cybersecurity Challenges of using Slack for your Business

With the dramatic shift to remote working we have witnessed during the pandemic, developments in communication and technology have gained momentum. The way we work isn’t the same as it used to be.

To keep a collaborative environment even when working from home or wherever employees find themselves most productive nowadays, businesses rely on platforms like Slack. With 8 million plus daily users, the chat system gives teams a convenient and accessible way to communicate. But with all of the benefits it provides, it also comes with cybersecurity risks.

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