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The Rising Tide of Card Fraud: Why US Consumers Are at Increasing Risk

Fraud is everywhere. From phishing emails to fake investment schemes, scams have become an unfortunate part of our digital lives. However, one type of fraud that strikes fear across the board, affecting both individuals and businesses, is card and payment fraud. Unlike other scams, this one hit directly where it hurts: your money.

Family first: fighting scams together

Avast’s 2025 Safe Tech Report reveals the rising digital risks faced by older generations and how families can protect them from online scams with empathy, education, and tools like Scam Guardian and secure browsers. Avast’s new report spotlights the digital risks facing older generations and how family members can support them with empathy, confidence, and the right tools.

Cato CTRL Threat Research: Overview of BloodHound and Associated Collectors Including ShadowHound, SharpHound, and SoapHound

Think back to when you were a kid, eyeing a cookie jar on the top shelf. Getting to it wasn’t just about reaching; it was about strategy. You had to avoid making noise, pick the sturdiest route, and time your move perfectly to avoid getting caught. Imagine having a team of expert scouts feeding you all the correct information: where the dangers are, which surfaces can support you, and the best way to grab that prize unnoticed. That’s exactly what BloodHound does.

The CISO's API Security Paradox: High Priority, Huge Blind Spots

In today’s digital-first world, APIs serve as the core infrastructure of modern business. They power mobile applications, facilitate critical cloud integrations, and support digital transformation initiatives. It's therefore understandable that 73% of CISOs consider API security a top or critical concern. However, a recent survey of 300 security leaders uncovers a troubling paradox: a large gap between awareness and action.

Why Banks Need Regulatory Clarity on Permissionless Blockchains

Banks and Financial Market Infrastructures (FMIs) have approached blockchain technology with both excitement and caution in recent years. They have been discouraged by regulators from engaging with permissionless blockchains. Many financial institutions have spent large amounts of time and money developing digital asset capabilities on highly permissioned and proprietary alternatives.

What is Continuous Signing in CI/CD? Importance and Best Practices

Keeping your software secure has become more important than ever due to various types of cybersecurity threats. If you are thinking about what measures you can take to protect it, then Continuous Signing in CI/CD is one way. Continuous Signing in CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment) is a method that helps ensure that your code and data are protected throughout the development process.

WatchGuard Report: Malware Explodes Across Network and Endpoints

In WatchGuard’s just-released Q1 2025 Internet Security Report, one thing is clear: attackers are getting faster, stealthier, and more sophisticated, powered by an underground boom in AI tools. The numbers speak for themselves: These insights paint a clear picture: evasive, AI-driven threats are reshaping the cybersecurity battlefield. Organizations must adapt with layered, intelligent, and proactive defenses to stay ahead.

Understanding Multi-Factor Authentication

Looking back at the early 2024 data breach at Change Healthcare — a provider of revenue and payment cycle management that connects payers, providers, and patients within the U.S. healthcare system — one key detail stands out: Initial access into the healthcare system’s network was much easier due to a lack of multi-factor authentication (MFA).

Automating Your Laravel Deployment with GitHub Actions

Deploying a Laravel application can be a repetitive task; however, with the advent of GitHub Actions, developers now have the opportunity to automate this process, thereby reducing the potential for human error and accelerating the deployment cycle. Laravel GitHub Actions enables the execution of workflows based on specified events within a repository, such as a "commit or pull" request. For Laravel developers, this translates into a streamlined and more efficient development pipeline. Understanding how to leverage this tool can significantly impact your productivity and the reliability of your application deployments.