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Central Banks Are Vulnerable to Cybercrime. That Means You Are, Too.
Justin Kapahi
An unprecedented cyber theft transpired earlier this year, one as daring as it is revelatory. When unknown thieves siphoned $81 million from the Bangladesh central bank, by using the SWIFT system to
FINRA Intensifies Cybersecurity—Guidance for Broker-Dealers
External IT
During the past year, financial institutions of all kinds have experienced repercussions from cybersecurity gaps. The alarming truth is that many broker-dealers have failed to stay up to date with
Case Study—Security, Regulation and Mobility Led RIA to the Cloud
External IT
Strong cybersecurity for protecting sensitive client data is a critical capability for any Registered Investment Advisor firm. In 2013, Hardy Reed—one of the first firms to earn the Center for
Cybersecurity & Technology Primer for Advisors
External IT
Cybercriminals targets the financial industry 300 times more frequently than any other industry, resulting in mega breaches and millions of records stolen through hacktivism, malware, social
Personal Security Guidelines
AIG Private Client Group
Vulnerability and personal security risks can be greatly reduced by following five basic principles of security at all times—awareness, low profile, unpredictable routine, communication, and
Protecting High Net Worth Individuals and Families
Hillard Heintze
Wealth attracts attention and an increase in personal risk, including the risk of being kidnapped. Why then is there resistance to security among wealthy individuals and families, whether they come
Using Letters of Intent in Commercial Real Estate Negotiations
Stephen J. Siegel
Before executing a commercial property lease or sales contract, the parties may prepare a letter of intent or an agreement in principle. The letter of intent or a similar document (the “LOIs
Protecting Your Personal and Business Information from Cyber Attacks
Hub International Personal Insurance
All businesses face cyber threats. Almost every company has some kind of network, database or online presence that puts it at risk for a cyber breach. Smaller businesses can be more vulnerable than
Email Compromise Scams—Wire Transfer Fraud
HUB International Personal Insurance
Each year fraudsters are stealing millions of dollars through sophisticated fraudulent use of Email Compromise Scams targeted at individuals and employees who regularly perform wire transfers. The
Identity Theft and Cyber Security Checklist
HUB International Personal Insurance
Identity theft is a risk that continues to grow and change daily. Due to the many forms identity theft can take, including medical, credit, and financial, the threat remains prevalent and affects