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Fingerprint ID Systems More Vulnerable than Once Thought
University researchers have recently proved that “partial similarities between prints are common enough that the fingerprint-based security systems used in mobile phones and other electronic devices can be more vulnerable than previously thought” – Help Net Security.
Commenting below is Niel Bester, SVP Products, Entersekt:
“Biometrics does not present a silver bullet, even though it brings with it significant convenience. If a person’s PIN or password is stolen, it can always be updated – but a compromised biometric factor like a fingerprint is much harder to revoke, and cannot necessarily be replaced. So, while biometric data helps identify the user, a second factor of authentication must be in place to verify that identity – and, in the case of digital banking, the user’s intention to carry out a specific transaction.”
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CLS Appoints Six New Board Directors
CLS, a financial market infrastructure group delivering settlement, processing and data solutions, today announces the appointment of six new members to its Board of Directors at the CLS Annual General Meeting held on 9 June 2026.
Mobey Forum Calls for a Collaborative Approach to Fraud Prevention in Rethinking Fraud in a Connected World
Mobey Forum’s Fraud Expert Group has published a new report, Rethinking Fraud in a Connected World: Trust, Collaboration, and Resilience in the Digital Ecosystem, exploring how fraud is evolving beyond traditional banking threats and why stronger collaboration across industries is becoming essential.
SumUp Launches in Canada
SumUp, the global financial technology company, today announced its official launch in Canada. The milestone makes Canada SumUp's 38th market and its latest step in building out its presence across the Americas, as the company continues its mission to make commerce simpler and more accessible for all businesses worldwide.
European Fintech Association Elects New Board of Directors
The European FinTech Association (EFA) today announced the election of its new Board of Directors, bringing together senior leaders from across Europe's fintech ecosystem to guide the Association's work over the coming term.
G+D: Navigating the Future of Fintech Agility and Innovation
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Connect IFA Strengthens Leadership Team to Drive Growth and Enhance Adviser Support
Connect IFA Ltd is pleased to announce key leadership appointments designed to strengthen its commitment to growth and enhance the support it provides to advisers and network members.
FreeAgent Launches New AI Tool for Landlords to Capture Rental Statements
FreeAgent, the innovative accounting technology company, has launched a new feature into its landlord software, enabling landlords and accountants to harness artificial intelligence to input and reconcile data from letting agent rental statements.