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Cryptomathic creates mobile wallet application that uses cloud computing as a security measure
In the world of mobile commerce, security is a serious issue. Many companies have begun investing and creating mobile applications that make mobile commerce possible. None, however, have been able to make an application that is adequately secure from hacking. Even acclaimed technology company Google has failed to provide a resilient service. Cryptomathic, an electronic security firm, now claims that is has created the first secure mobile wallet platform. The company recently released the application … Read entire article »
Filed under: Commercial, Featured News, International, Mobile Commerce, Mobile Commerce Security, Mobile Payments, Near Field Communications, Trends, United States
Google Wallet security compromised with the use of simple brute force programs
Google’s ambitious endeavor to become a major force in the emerging industry of mobile commerce has been going well. The company’s Google Wallet mobile payment application has been well received amongst consumers with NFC-enabled smart phones. There may be a problem, however, with the security of Google’s system. The acclaimed technology company has been adamant in their claims that NFC transactions with Google Wallet are entirely safe, as the application boasts of a number of … Read entire article »
Filed under: Featured News, Mobile Commerce, Mobile Commerce Security, Mobile Payments, Near Field Communications
Safety techniques for the use of QR codes
Until a QR code is scanned, there is no way to know for certain where it will redirect a smartphone or tablet user, meaning that there is some risk that unethical individuals will use the barcodes to add a malicious code to the user’s mobile device. Fortunately, there are some ways for concerned mobile device users to protect themselves against website links with malevolent codes and infected app downloads. iPhone users don’t need to worry as heavily, … Read entire article »
Filed under: Mobile Commerce, Mobile Marketing, QR Codes, United States
Better Business Bureau levies tips for consumers to protect themselves against malicious QR codes
The Better Business Bureau of Kansas has taken notice of QR codes and how they can benefit companies in the state. The organization, which forms and upholds standards of business in and out of the state, says that QR codes, if used properly, can have a major impact on how companies market products to consumers. While QR codes are becoming more popular, consumers are still somewhat unfamiliar with the black and white barcodes. In an … Read entire article »
Filed under: Featured News, Mobile Commerce, QR Codes, United States
Next year will open up a world of mobile security issues
Mobile devices such as tablets and smartphones have become the primary form of technology among Americans, and it will become even more important in the years to come. It has been forecasted by analysts in the industry that by the year 2015, there will be over 1 billion mobile device shipments, well beyond what PC shipments can ever hope to achieve. While this does offer a great deal of potential for individuals to benefit, it doesn’t … Read entire article »
Filed under: Featured News, Mobile Commerce, Mobile Payments, Trends
Cloud based fraud detection flying high for mobile users safety
An emerging provider of fraud prevention solutions in cloud based services did a joint study to see how customers felt about sharing their mobile location with a company. Over half of the consumers interviewed stated they were willing to share the information, if it meant being better protected from online fraud activities. The majority preferred sharing their info with banks, and reputable third party security monitors came in second. ThreatMetrix is a growing business that … Read entire article »
Filed under: Featured News, International, Mobile Commerce, United States
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