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Thieves Innovating New Ways To Skim Consumer Credit Card Details

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Another day and another security threat for consumers with cards to worry about. Today’s security special comes care of the Secret Service — which is warning banks and ATM firms about the dangers of “periscope” skimmers.

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Affinity Federal Credit Union On The Importance Of Accelerating Digital Transformations

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The CU, which has 20 branch locations within the tri-state area that includes New York and Connecticut, has upgraded its automated services to incorporate integrated cloud-based technologies and environments that involve artificial intelligence (AI). Embarking On A Digital Transformation. Prioritizing Upgrades.

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Travelers Expands Amazon Smart Home Program

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The new states enjoying these perks now include Alabama, Arizona, Connecticut, Idaho, Illinois, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas and Utah. This unique offering helps customers better protect their homes, and provides our independent agents with an innovative way to differentiate themselves in the marketplace.”.

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US Patents Hit All-Time High In 2019

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Almost 50 percent of IBM’s 2019 patents related to “hot-button technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, security, blockchain and quantum computing.”. “China showed the most growth [by country], moving up to a 5 percent share of U.S. patents, with a nearly 35 percent increase over 2018,” according to IFI’s analysis.

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Fintech Startup Payrailz Selects William Mills Agency as Public Relations Agency of Record

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Payrailz is a new company working to usher in the next generation of digital payments, including a simpler, innovative and engaging digital payment experience for consumers,’” said Fran Duggan, CEO of Payrailz. “By We believe the industry is ready for a ‘do it for me’ solution to better manage payment and money transfer needs. About Payrailz.

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Ohio Lottery Makes A New Bet on Mobile

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But playing and delivery methods keep changing, with Ohio of all places — no offense to the Buckeye State, home to multiple presidents and the Wright Brothers’ aerodynamic innovations — accounting for some of the latest developments. In Connecticut, for example, you cannot buy tickets with a credit card.

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Bridging Banking Gaps For Cannabis Companies

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There are security costs, theft risk, tracking of how cash is used, vendor management, the lack of payroll infrastructure in place, the 10+ percent premium charged for paying taxes with cash, cash courier services and the sheer amount of time required day in and out to manage the flow of paper bills.

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