Best Practices, Data Security and Identity Theft

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How PCI DSS Compliance Protects Australian Businesses from Data Breaches?

VISTA InfoSec

MARCH 13, 2025

(Source – credit card debt statistics 2025 and Australian debit card statistics ) As digital transactions continue to grow, so do the challenges of protecting sensitive customer data. This is where PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) compliance becomes essential for Australian businesses.

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Understanding POS Security: Protecting Your Business and Customer Data

VISTA InfoSec

MAY 12, 2024

According to the Identity Theft Resource Center’s (ITRC) 2023 Business Impact Report , 73% of small business owners in the US reported a cyber-attack within the previous year, underlining the growing popularity of small businesses as a target among malicious actors.

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Data Breaches 101: What They Are And How To Prevent Them

VISTA InfoSec

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

For customers exposed to breaches, identity theft risks skyrocket, leading to bank/credit card fraud plus medical/tax/employment fraud. Best Practices For Prevention Ultimately, consistent vigilance and proactive security safeguards offer the best breach protections.

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What is the Terminated Merchant File?

Fi911

MAY 7, 2024

Best practices for merchants include addressing concerns from processors or acquiring banks promptly, strengthening their data security measures, devising strategies for chargeback prevention, and managing chargeback risk effectively. How Do Merchants Avoid Being Added to the Terminated Merchant File?

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PCI DSS Compliance in Healthcare

VISTA InfoSec

JULY 5, 2023

Data security has become an essential aspect of our lives and is more crucial than ever before. In the healthcare industry, organizations are entrusted with a plethora of sensitive information, including PHI, PII, and financial data. What is data security in healthcare? million between May 2020 and March 2021.

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Risk Management for Merchants in Payment Processing

Clearly Payments

JANUARY 8, 2024

This can include stolen credit card information, identity theft, or fraudulent transactions. Chargeback Management Best Practices Chargebacks pose a significant challenge for merchants, impacting both financial stability and reputation. Chargebacks are generally the biggest concern that most merchants have.

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Guarding the Gates: Data Compliance and Privacy

Segpay

DECEMBER 13, 2024

ID Fraud Risks: With identity data breaches on the rise, organizations face the challenge of protecting sensitive data that could lead to identity theft. By applying strict privacy protections in identity management processes, organizations can reduce their exposure to these risks.

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Understanding Risk Management Strategies as a PayFac

Stax

AUGUST 22, 2024

They always seem to adapt and evolve their techniques even when security measures are in place. Identity theft, data breaches, and chargeback fraud are some of the most common types of risks. It can also help to teach them about best practices they can follow to prevent fraudulent transactions.

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Technology Safeguarding The Age-Old Practice Of Financial Data Sharing

PYMNTS

APRIL 7, 2017

And as the financial services market gets more comfortable with the idea, regulatory bodies like the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) are similarly looking to gently guide the space by issuing best practices. There was a 31 percent increase in compromised data records in the first half of 2016 alone, the report found.

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Mobile Phones and the Future of Payments Beyond 2024

Clearly Payments

MARCH 22, 2024

Biometric authentication, including fingerprint scanning and facial recognition, provides a highly secure and convenient method for user verification, reducing the risk of fraud and identity theft. Service providers must be transparent about their security protocols and responsive to emerging threats to maintain user confidence.

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The 12 PCI DSS Requirements to Ensure PCI Compliance

Stax

JULY 16, 2024

If merchants are exposed to security vulnerabilities when processing digital payments, the risk of cardholder data falling into the wrong hands increases exponentially. security requirements are. PCI DSS is a set of protocols to be followed by companies that store, process, and transmit cardholder data.

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What is Accounts Receivable Management?

EBizCharge

APRIL 26, 2024

By implementing these best practices, you can ensure smoother operations and better financial outcomes for your business. Now that you know the best practices for managing accounts receivable, you can learn how to measure AR performance.

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Top 5 Surprises from FICO’s Fraud and Digital Banking Survey

FICO

DECEMBER 5, 2022

million identity theft reports filed in 2021, many of which relate back to banks and lenders. And though many consumers feel comfortable sharing their unfolding life stories on social media, there remains a pervasive belief that data security just isn’t strong enough in digital channels. million consumer fraud and 1.4

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To Fight Fake IDs And Online Fraud, Know Thy Enemy Better

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Much like the response to payments fraud over the years, the commerce and payments industries will have to find ways to work more closely to learn best practices, as well as share ideas and case studies. A good defense against ongoing and emerging fraud comes down to cooperation, and perhaps some governmental prodding.

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How IDaaS is Revolutionizing Digital Identity

Segpay

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Benefits of Adopting IDaaS Solutions Enhanced Security One of the primary benefits of IDaaS is the enhanced security it provides. With growing concerns around data breaches, identity theft, and unauthorized access, organizations need to ensure that only authenticated users can access their systems and sensitive information.

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How PCI DSS Compliance Protects Australian Businesses from Data Breaches?

Understanding POS Security: Protecting Your Business and Customer Data

Trending Sources

Data Breaches 101: What They Are And How To Prevent Them

What is the Terminated Merchant File?

PCI DSS Compliance in Healthcare

Risk Management for Merchants in Payment Processing

Guarding the Gates: Data Compliance and Privacy

Understanding Risk Management Strategies as a PayFac

Technology Safeguarding The Age-Old Practice Of Financial Data Sharing

Mobile Phones and the Future of Payments Beyond 2024

The 12 PCI DSS Requirements to Ensure PCI Compliance

What is Accounts Receivable Management?

Top 5 Surprises from FICO’s Fraud and Digital Banking Survey

To Fight Fake IDs And Online Fraud, Know Thy Enemy Better

How IDaaS is Revolutionizing Digital Identity

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