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Deepfake scams cost Australian businesses millions, research reveals
Physical Security

Deepfake scams cost Australian businesses millions, research reveals

Research by Mastercard reveals deepfake scams have targeted 36% of Australians, resulting in millions in losses, with many unaware they're victims.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024

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SAP Concur boosts AI to revolutionise travel management
Digital Transformation

SAP Concur boosts AI to revolutionise travel management

SAP Concur has unveiled innovative AI-driven enhancements for travel and expense management, including Joule integration and a partnership with American Express.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
Vespia partners with Mastercard to streamline onboarding
Payment Technologies

Vespia partners with Mastercard to streamline onboarding

Vespia has partnered with Mastercard to enhance merchant onboarding across multiple regions, aiming to streamline processes and cut onboarding times by up to 90%.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
Pegasystems launches AI-enhanced solution for bank disputes
Generative AI

Pegasystems launches AI-enhanced solution for bank disputes

Pegasystems has launched enhanced generative AI and automation tools in Pega Smart Dispute to help banks manage rising payment dispute volumes efficiently.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
xMoney Global appoints Siourounis as CEO amid MiCA push
Crypto

xMoney Global appoints Siourounis as CEO amid MiCA push

xMoney Global has appointed Dr. Greg Siourounis as CEO, aiming to revolutionise digital payments with an integrated fiat and crypto platform.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Yuno introduces Mastercard's Click to Pay for clients
Customer Experience

Yuno introduces Mastercard's Click to Pay for clients

Yuno now offers Mastercard's Click to Pay, a secure checkout solution aimed at reducing cart abandonment and enhancing the eCommerce experience.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Mastercard unveils biometric payment passkey service
Surveillance

Mastercard unveils biometric payment passkey service

Mastercard has unveiled enhancements to its Payment Passkey Service, introducing biometric authentication to streamline secure online transactions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
Indosat reports 11.6% revenue increase, bolsters AI efforts
Unified Communications

Indosat reports 11.6% revenue increase, bolsters AI efforts

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison reports a 39.1% rise in profit, reaching IDR 3,878 billion, driven by operational excellence and strategic investments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
CompTIA becomes National Ambassador for NCRCG in the UK
Payment Technologies

CompTIA becomes National Ambassador for NCRCG in the UK

CompTIA has become a National Ambassador for the NCRCG, boosting collaboration to enhance cyber resilience across the UK economy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Deepfake scams target 29% of New Zealanders, costing millions
Physical Security

Deepfake scams target 29% of New Zealanders, costing millions

Research by Mastercard reveals nearly a third of New Zealanders and 18% of businesses have fallen victim to deepfake scams, costing millions over the past year.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
dLocal appoints ex-Mastercard exec Carlos Menendez as new COO
Payment Technologies

dLocal appoints ex-Mastercard exec Carlos Menendez as new COO

dLocal appoints Carlos Menendez as new COO, effective immediately, to drive its expansion in high-growth markets. Jacobo Singer remains COO until Dec 2024.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Mastercard stories

DCS Innov launches iChange multi-currency debit card
Fintech

DCS Innov launches iChange multi-currency debit card

DCS Innov has unveiled iChange, a Platinum Debit Mastercard with a multi-currency wallet, enhancing spending flexibility for global travellers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
Nationwide Building Society joins cyber resilience effort for UK SMEs
Supply Chain

Nationwide Building Society joins cyber resilience effort for UK SMEs

Nationwide has been appointed as a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, aiming to enhance cyber defences for UK SMEs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Booster's Savvy card finalist at Banking Tech Awards
Fintech

Booster's Savvy card finalist at Banking Tech Awards

Booster's Savvy debit card has been named a finalist in two categories at the Fintech Futures 2024 Banking Tech Awards, competing against major banks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Ministry, Indosat, Mastercard Launch Cybersecurity Online Academy
Malware

Ministry, Indosat, Mastercard Launch Cybersecurity Online Academy

Indonesia's Ministry of Communications partners with Indosat and Mastercard to launch an online academy, aiming to enhance cybersecurity skills for 1 million Indonesians.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Marqeta partners with Zero for eco-friendly UK finance app
Payment Technologies

Marqeta partners with Zero for eco-friendly UK finance app

Marqeta partners with Zero to launch an eco-friendly UK finance app targeting Gen-Z and Millennials, promoting sustainable spending and climate-positive actions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Adyen expands into India, sets up tech hub in Bengaluru
Risk & Compliance

Adyen expands into India, sets up tech hub in Bengaluru

Adyen enters the Indian market with RBI authorisation, launching local payment processing and a Bengaluru tech hub to support digital payment growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024