In Q3 of 2024, the cybersphere reveals a landscape where phishing continues to be the dominant threat vector, albeit with a slight drop in incidents. While this might seem like a potential reprieve, it brings forth new challenges and a deeper look into the evolving threats that plague organizations. The reduction in phishing incidents does not translate to decreased danger
Moneybox, a prominent savings and investment platform, has faced an unprecedented surge in transaction volumes owing to a remarkable 43% increase in assets under administration in 2023 and the expansion of its user base beyond one million customers. This rapid growth has exposed significant inefficiencies in the company’s reliance on manual reconciliation processes, which are time-consuming, prone to errors, and
The fast-evolving landscape of Web3 technologies is seeing a surge of strategic partnerships aimed at fostering widespread adoption. Among these, a recent and notable collaboration between HashKey Group, a key player in digital asset services in Asia, and Kaia, formerly known as Klaytn, stands out as groundbreaking. This partnership focuses on accelerating Web3 integration in the Asian market and beyond,
VRGL, a prominent provider of client acquisition and investment proposal management solutions in the wealth management industry, has recently completed a successful round of funding. This new influx of capital, led by existing investors like FINTOP Capital and MissionOG as well as new backers such as Northwestern Mutual and Flyover Capital, signifies growing confidence in VRGL’s potential to dominate the
The global investment landscape is rapidly evolving to prioritize sustainability, driven by mounting environmental concerns and regulatory pressures. Central to this paradigm shift is the integration of innovative technologies such as blockchain, which offers unparalleled transparency and security. In this context, the VeChain Biosphere has emerged as a pivotal platform fostering groundbreaking blockchain solutions aimed at addressing sustainability challenges. This
The recent announcement at the Korean Blockchain Week of a groundbreaking partnership between Portal, a leading Web3 space distribution platform, and Immutable, a prominent entity in the Web3 gaming sector, has set the stage for transformative changes in the Web3 gaming ecosystem. This collaboration aims to reshape various aspects of Web3 gaming, offering numerous benefits to both developers and players.
Wealth at Work, a leader in financial education and employee wellbeing solutions, has announced the launch of its innovative financial wellbeing platform called “Money&Me.” This interactive platform aims to assist employees in navigating a range of financial topics such as money management, tax issues, savings, investments, financial health, and retirement planning. Built by digital communication specialist Landscape, part of the
The blockchain and Web3 landscape is witnessing a significant development with the strategic partnership between Japan’s NTT Digital and South Korea’s Xangle. This collaboration aims to harness the strengths of both companies to accelerate the adoption and growth of Web3 technologies on a global scale. By combining their expertise in infrastructure and market analytics, NTT Digital and Xangle are setting
The Cardano blockchain has successfully implemented its Chang hard fork, setting the stage for a significant transformation in its governance structure. On September 1, at block 10764778, the Chang upgrade was initiated, ushering in the "Conway ledger era." This upgrade is a part of the broader Voltaire phase, which aims to provide ADA holders with an unprecedented level of control
Mintos experienced remarkable transformation and growth during the financial year ending December 31, 2023, repositioning itself as a multi-asset powerhouse in the investment landscape. Originally a platform dedicated solely to loan investments, Mintos diversified its offerings significantly in 2023 with the introduction of Fractional Bonds and ETFs. This expansion continued into 2024 with the addition of rental real estate and
SAVR, a Swedish investment platform known for its expansive selection of approximately 1,700 discounted funds, has taken a significant step to enhance user experience by integrating with Brite Instant Payments. With an impressive user base exceeding 100,000, SAVR aims to bolster its service by enabling larger and faster direct money transfers into user accounts, authenticated via BankID. Speed and Security
The resurgence of LummaC2, a notorious infostealer that has resurfaced with sophisticated obfuscated PowerShell tactics, poses significant threats to cybersecurity. Originating from Russian-speaking forums in 2022, LummaC2 has evolved into Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS), making it a widely accessible tool for cybercriminals. Understanding LummaC2’s new tactics and their implications can help organizations bolster their defenses against this persistent and evolving threat. The
