Risk, Fraud & Security
Wearables Security Tests Being Developed by UL
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), pioneers of safety certification for electrical goods, aim to deliver a safety and security framework for wearables by the end of the year.
New Fraud Research from Dan Baker
Nearly USD600m will be spent on anti-fraud tools and services during 2015, but the analysis shows new technology is helping some frauds to rise whilst causing others to fall.
The Rise of OTT Bypass
OTT bypass is hybrid of legal 'over the top' comms with illegal bypass fraud. Falling into a legally grey area, it poses a significant and rising threat to network operators.
HP Report on Smartwatch Security
Hewlett-Packard's research into IoT security includes a new study that criticizes networked smartwatches.
Smartphone ‘Kill Switch’ Is No Cure for Crime
When Apple introduced a "kill switch" that disabled stolen iPhones, there was a fall in crime in some cities, but not all.
Android Unlocks Grey Routes for SMS Bypass
Operators need to discourage customers from abusing Android apps that can relay unlimited numbers of text messages, and thus facilitate SMS bypass fraud.
New Survey of Simbox Detection Vendors
The Roaming Consulting Company asked 93 operators to rate vendors of simbox detection equipment and services. The findings suggest high levels of customer satisfaction.
RIMS ERM Awards Nominations Close Soon
No telco has ever won the RIMS award for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). To change that, you have until 15th August to nominate a telco with an exemplary ERM program.
Neural Increases Staff by 30 Percent
The British vendor targets growth in India and Africa, and has appointed a new sales executive for those regions.
Risk and the Internet of Things
The huge growth in the number of connected devices means telcos need to bundle services and manage SLAs in order to get the right balance between risks and rewards.
Hackers Wirelessly Kill Engine of a Moving Car
Two hackers used a remote interface to an entertainment system to disable the engine of a Jeep Cherokee moving at 70mph. This illustrates the underestimated risk of the Internet of Things.
Security in NFC
Thanks to a variety of security advantages, mobile phones equipped with near field communications can make payments safer.
The Commsrisk Global Fraud Dashboard
Our Global Fraud Dashboard uses AI-powered search to collate, update and visualize data about scams and other network abuses from around the world. New charts are added each month. See it here.
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