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Who’s Responsible For IoT Security?

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Promising as intelligence of things (IoT) solutions are, though, security has been a stumbling block. The June IoT Tracker explores the latest advancements in IoT security and new applications of smart technology. According to the tracker, the global IoT security market is expected to increase by a 35.5

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Virtual Assistants Join The Corporate Finance Team

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billion market by 2026 as demand grows from small and medium-sized businesses, too. The technology can handle various tasks including providing guidance on questions or open applications for users without compromising security and accessibility controls. Microsoft Tracks AI’s Opportunity For Productivity.

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Is India’s ATM Disappearing Act A Digital Payments Boon?

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That comes as eCommerce is slated to be worth as much as $200 billion by 2026 , according to Morgan Stanley estimates, growing at 30 percent, compounded annually. The domestic digital payments market is projected to rise to a value of $1 trillion by 2023 , as estimated by Credit Suisse , up fivefold from recent tallies.

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Amazon Sizzles, CX Border Fizzles And Humans Win One Against The Machines 

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Not a bad tally when the transaction count is slated to hit as much as 43 million transactions in 2026, up from 39 million transactions at the end of last year. Cryptos: Add Russia to the mix of nations saying “nyet” to the Wild West of cryptocurrency speculation. The tailwind will come in part via ISO 20022 messaging.

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The Future of Checks – Tales From The Crypt

South State Correspondent

This cost includes receiving checks, scanning, providing checks, check security, data verification, check data management, compliance, fraud management, customer service for transactions, handling complaints, dispute resolution, and exception handling. By 2026, we predict instant payments will largely displace checks in their many forms.

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APP Scams: What Impact Will the PSR’s Proposals in the UK Have?

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Payment scams reached unprecedented levels last year and look set to double by 2026. There are calls for these organisations to come together in a coordinated approach to tackle what is now considered a national security threat. The vast media attention on the various types of payment scams has helped keep awareness high.

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Ericsson Says 5G Uptake Is Accelerating; COVID Highlights Need For Connectivity

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However, by 2026, Ericsson said the 5G subscription number is now expected to exceed 3.5 will catch up and overtake China in the race to roll out high-speed mobile technology, forecasting that North America will account for 80 percent of global 5G subscriptions by 2026. billion users, accounting for about a 40 percent market share.

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