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BizReport | Internet May 14, 2013

Survey: Too many brands are insecure in the online space

Brands may be missing the online security boat. New data out suggests that many brands aren't taking online security seriously, and that could be hindering their ability to engage and retain their consumer base.... >>

BizReport | Internet May 03, 2013

Siber Systems RoboForm increases online security

While we're on the subject of password security, regularly changing passwords and business password planning, there are online forms that can help with this type of security. One, from Siber Systems, is setup to as a kind of master password,... >>

BizReport | Internet May 03, 2013

How to improve your brand's online security

Requiring longer passwords that contain upper and lowercase letters, numbers and symbols can make them nearly impossible to crack, but many employees aren't following this simple rule. And many businesses don't have systems in place to ensure passwords are hard... >>

BizReport | Internet May 03, 2013

How we're failing with password security

When it comes to online security too many people - including people who access websites from work - aren't being careful enough with their passwords. Why does the password system need an overhaul? Read on:... >>

BizReport | Internet March 18, 2013

Website tool to increase security for WordPress users

A new security tool is out from Norse Corp, built on live hacker intelligence and set up to help secure sites built using the WordPress system. WordPress is hosted software which includes some security; the tool from Norse Corp builds... >>

BizReport | Internet February 07, 2013

Negative attitudes to data use breeding tomorrow's invisible consumers

More than two-thirds of Internet users across several countries would choose a "do not track" feature if it was readily available, according to new research from technology analysis firm Ovum. ... >>

BizReport | Internet January 16, 2013

Number of compromised online accounts surprises Google security researcher

When a Google security researcher Elie Bursztein set up a survey to find out how many U.S. Internet users had had an online account compromised he was surprised at how many had been affected. ... >>

BizReport | Ecommerce July 23, 2012

Online accounts for 4% of all retail fraud in UK

The recently released Retail Fraud Survey reveals that online retailers in the UK, facing challenging financial times, are unwisely cutting back on fraud prevention spending. ... >>

BizReport | Internet May 23, 2012

Consumer survey reveals increasing comfort with online banking

Consumers are more confident with online banking, reveals a survey by digital and direct agency Rosetta, with over half now preferring to do their banking online. ... >>

BizReport | Law & Regulation April 13, 2012

4 in 10 consumers resigned to online financial security breach

A new survey from mobile security firm Entersekt reveals that more than four out of 10 consumers believe it's only a matter of time before their financial security is breached after conducting online transactions.... >>

BizReport | Internet April 11, 2012

Consumer Reports survey reveals 71% very concerned about data sharing

Consumers are more connected than ever before and sharing more, too, but many remain concerned that the information they share with online companies is being sold or shared with other parties without their permission.... >>

BizReport | Research April 10, 2012

Webroot: Sharing passwords as risky as driving without seatbelt

When it comes to keeping your personal information private most Americans (94%) say online threats are as great or moreso than offline risks. That, according to a new report from Webroot, which correlates some online and offline threats.... >>

BizReport | Ecommerce March 28, 2012

Inefficient online identity verification measures costing UK retailers billions

New research conducted by Experian has found that inefficient online identity and security measures are forcing online shoppers to use slow and outdated methods of providing identity or, worse still, making them abandon their purchase completely.... >>

BizReport | Research March 20, 2012

Study: British consumers worried about online privacy

Attention brands: If you aren't protecting the privacy and personal data of your consumer base, they'll likely leave you for a brand who offers better protection. That, according to new report out from TRUSTe, polling Great Britain's consumer base. Researchers... >>

BizReport | Domain Names March 19, 2012

ICANN dot brand suffix deadline looms

Businesses that intend to apply for a dot brand suffix for their website need to act now if they don't want to miss the boat. However, a recent survey from registry services provider Afilias reveals nearly half of businesses are... >>

BizReport | Internet March 15, 2012

Study: 31% of your website traffic is non-human, potentially malicious

Masses of information passes through the Internet every second of every day but, according to a new study from cloud-based security firm Incapsula, over half of that traffic is not generated by humans. ... >>

BizReport | Social Marketing February 12, 2012

Over half of shoppers wary of sharing credit card info via socnets

Social networks users may be keen to share their photos and keep friends informed of their latest movements but when it comes to sharing their credit card details they're not so keen, according to a new survey from digital marketing... >>

BizReport | Research January 24, 2012

Game-based CAPTCHA alternative offers increased security, fun for users

CAPTCHAs have long been used as a means of defense against hackers and bots but the increasing trend of outsourcing the hacking of CAPTCHAs to cheap labor forces could prompt the search for a different method. How about the gamification... >>

BizReport | Law & Regulation October 19, 2011

Fellowes reports 4 million British identity theft victims

Last week a British Cabinet Office minister, Oliver Letwin, was discovered to have recklessly disposed of important government papers in a park trash can. This week it is National Identity Fraud Prevention Week in the UK. Perhaps government officials could... >>

BizReport | Ecommerce September 29, 2011

Europe: Men shop online twice as much as women

A new study by CB Richard Ellis has revealed that despite women's love of shopping it is men that are driving online shopping in Western Europe.... >>

BizReport | Ecommerce July 18, 2011

Report: Consumers not stymied by online security concerns

When it comes to the concerns about online security, US consumers may be all bark and no bite. New data out from Symantec finds that while US shoppers know there are security issues in the online space, they continue to... >>

BizReport | Advertising April 25, 2011

AdKeeper: 57% scared to click banner ads

When AdKeeper and 24/7 Real Media commissioned research into why people don't click on banner ads they found a major reason was fear of what might happen if they did. ... >>

BizReport | Ecommerce April 12, 2011

Online shopping saves British shoppers over 6,000 miles per year

Given the choice around a third of UK consumers would prefer to shop online rather than wander around high street stores, according to new research from the Payments Council, saving them shoe-leather and over 6,000 miles of travel. ... >>

BizReport | Ecommerce December 13, 2010

Why people are browsing but not buying online

When it comes to holiday shopping, many retailers expect a large amount of sales in the online arena. It's why they've developed ecommerce sites and link ads to websites. Still, a number of consumers will visit but not buy and... >>

BizReport | Research November 26, 2010

Security tips for 2011 from Deloitte

With the availability of information, goods and services online, it is no wonder that more businesses and consumers are turning to the Internet each day. Looking ahead to 2011, one industry expert says security should be a leading buzzword for... >>

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