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The FFIEC’s Architecture, Infrastructure, and Operations book

Cisco

In June 2021, following large cyber attacks on the United States and the resulting Executive order on Cyber security, the FFIEC released the largest update in guidance in over a decade to help financial auditors assess financial institutions. Security and privacy. Availability and resilience. Scalability. Flexibility.

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Frictionless Payments Take Center Stage at Money 20/20

Gonzobanker

While consumers and payment providers may hope for frictionless payments, the execution path will require new capabilities and deployments in fraud mitigation, cyber security, open APIs, and enhanced interoperability. Megatrend #2 – Secure and Compliant is a Non-Negotiable. How ironic is that in the journey to frictionless?

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Putting FIs Through Cybersecurity Drills To Prepare For The Next Big One

PYMNTS

Since 2004, October has been observed as National Cyber Security Awareness Month by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). But October also happens to be a time when financial institutions and businesses prepare for situations much scarier than ghosts and goblins in search of tricks or treats.

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