Friday 14 April 2017

Weekly News Roundup


Too busy working all week to keep up with the most interesting stories coming out of the technology and security industries? Below are our recommendations for a roundup of the top stories happening now that you need to know.

1. Incredible Shrinking Bank Populations

The number of U.S. banks has fallen by 24% since the end of 2010, a result of mergers, failures and a dearth of de novo activity. Read more…

2. Targeting the Weak Link in the Supply Chain: Amazon Third-Party Sellers Hacked

Tens of thousands of dollars have been stolen from seller accounts, and fake items have been listed for sale to steal even more money. Read more…

3. Simply Entering your Phone's Password Is Now Enough to Compromise It

As more and more of our personal data is stored on smartphones, the ways of securing those phones continue to be revealed as less and less robust. Next on the chopping block is your trusty PIN. Read more…

4. Hacked Dallas Sirens Get Extra Encryption to Fend Off Future Attacks

After being hacked last week setting off 156 emergency sirens, Dallas city officials have added extra encryption and other security measures to the outdoor warning sirens. Read more…



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