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October 16, 2015 9:41 PM
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UK banking details sold for as little as £12 on the dark web

UK banking details sold for as little as £12 on the dark web | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Theft of financial information remains a lucrative options for cyber criminals, according to Intel Security
Carol Hancox's insight:

Security and Banking data - how much is it worth?

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October 1, 2015 8:30 PM
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YouTube Makes Video Shoppable - announcing a new ad unit this week called Shopping ads.

YouTube Makes Video Shoppable - announcing a new ad unit this week called Shopping ads. | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it

Google indicated that consumers watching something on YouTube will soon see an info icon on the upper right corner of the video. Clicking on that icon will reveal related Cards, including any product ads, and clicking on the ads will direct the user to the merchant website.


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Shopping ads will use an auction model (just like Google's search ads) and targeting based on context and audience will be available. Since advertisers will only pay when a video viewer clicks through to a website, the program will likely be well received.

Google indicated that consumers watching something on YouTube will soon see an info icon on the upper right corner of the video. Clicking on that icon will reveal related Cards, including any product ads, and clicking on the ads will direct the user to the merchant website. - See more at: http://www.websitemagazine.com/content/blogs/posts/archive/2015/09/30/youtube-makes-video-shoppable.aspx#sthash.1snqOsos.dpuf
Google indicated that consumers watching something on YouTube will soon see an info icon on the upper right corner of the video. Clicking on that icon will reveal related Cards, including any product ads, and clicking on the ads will direct the user to the merchant website. - See more at: http://www.websitemagazine.com/content/blogs/posts/archive/2015/09/30/youtube-makes-video-shoppable.aspx#sthash.1snqOsos.dpuf
Google indicated that consumers watching something on YouTube will soon see an info icon on the upper right corner of the video. Clicking on that icon will reveal related Cards, including any product ads, and clicking on the ads will direct the user to the merchant website. - See more at: http://www.websitemagazine.com/content/blogs/posts/archive/2015/09/30/youtube-makes-video-shoppable.aspx#sthash.1snqOsos.dpuf
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September 27, 2015 7:34 PM
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Hackers using ATM malware ‘GreenDispenser’ to steal cash

Hackers using ATM malware ‘GreenDispenser’ to steal cash | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
The malware has been detected in Mexico and India, but Proofpoint warns it could spread
Carol Hancox's insight:

security issues in banking hardware

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September 21, 2015 12:54 AM
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Waitrose touts benefits of switch to Google Apps for Work for 65,000 staff

Waitrose touts benefits of switch to Google Apps for Work for 65,000 staff | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Staff now using Google cloud tools across the business
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September 10, 2015 5:01 AM
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V3 Startup Spotlight: Online car repair marketplace ClickMechanic

V3 Startup Spotlight: Online car repair marketplace ClickMechanic | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
This week ClickMechanic co-founder Andrew Jervis goes under our spotlight
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August 28, 2015 9:42 PM
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Security flaw affecting Volkswagen, Fiat and Volvo cars revealed after two-year injunction

Security flaw affecting Volkswagen, Fiat and Volvo cars revealed after two-year injunction | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
'Wireless lockpicking' flaw affecting dozens of models was held back by firms with court order
Carol Hancox's insight:

Transport: Use of tech with security issues

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August 16, 2015 12:01 AM
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Retail startup The Dandy Lab uses IoT tech to fuse online and high-street shopping

Retail startup The Dandy Lab uses IoT tech to fuse online and high-street shopping | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Using Cisco’s technology and big data analytics The Dandy Lab aims to explore the future of retail
Carol Hancox's insight:

Internet of things changes the way of retailers

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August 1, 2015 5:06 AM
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Google 'buy button' seeks to ease mobile shopping and boost sales

Google 'buy button' seeks to ease mobile shopping and boost sales | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Firm tests secure purchasing service across smartphones
Carol Hancox's insight:

Google aims to make purchasing easier with their Buy button

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August 1, 2015 4:33 AM
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HSBC, First Direct switch on Apple Pay support

HSBC, First Direct switch on Apple Pay support | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
TfL has also warned Apple Pay users will be charged penalty fares if they run out of battery
Carol Hancox's insight:

HSBC and First Direct support new Apple Pay

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August 6, 2014 3:15 AM
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Top 10 Android apps for business users: From Dropbox to digital butlers

Top 10 Android apps for business users: From Dropbox to digital butlers | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
We break down how to turn your smartphone into the ultimate productivity aid
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July 21, 2014 2:53 PM
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UK government confirms uncharged phone, tablet rules in place for travellers

UK government confirms uncharged phone, tablet rules in place for travellers | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
The US Transport Security Administration introduced new rules saying that uncharged smartphones can't be taken on planes
Carol Hancox's insight:

#elecDeviceTravelRules

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June 22, 2014 6:01 AM
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Microsoft demos real-time Skype Translator tool

Microsoft demos real-time Skype Translator tool | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Fruits of 15 years' research shown off with impressive results
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June 22, 2014 5:14 AM
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Salesforce introduces wearables dev kit for enterprise users

Salesforce introduces wearables dev kit for enterprise users | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Salesforce Wear will work on Google Glass, Samsung Gear and others
Carol Hancox's insight:

#WearableTecForSalesStaff

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October 10, 2015 11:49 PM
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Predictive analytics are the future of big data

Predictive analytics are the future of big data | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Enterprises need to use their data repositories to predict not reflect
Carol Hancox's insight:

Big data, analytics, databases and machine learning help make predictions for better decision making.

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September 28, 2015 6:57 PM
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Hilton Group is investigating claims of credit card PoS attack

Hilton Group is investigating claims of credit card PoS attack | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Breach thought to affect Hilton shops and restaurants but not guest reservation systems
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September 21, 2015 12:58 AM
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Wearable technology creeps into the workplace

Wearable technology creeps into the workplace | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Companies are exploring wearable devices like smart glasses and watches to monitor employees. But the productivity benefits come at a cost.
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September 10, 2015 5:06 AM
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Facebook offers digital payments via Messenger app

Facebook offers digital payments via Messenger app | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Firm joins Apple, Google and Barclays in offering alternative payment systems
Carol Hancox's insight:

Alternative payment methods introduced

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September 7, 2015 5:05 AM
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Contactless payment limit raised from £20 to £30

Contactless payment limit raised from £20 to £30 | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
£10 rise will boost the £2.5bn already spent this year through contactless payments
Carol Hancox's insight:

Industry demand has caused an increase in the limit to a pin free payment

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August 28, 2015 9:41 PM
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CIO Insight: British Gas IT boss on open source, smart meters, cloud and digital skills

CIO Insight: British Gas IT boss on open source, smart meters, cloud and digital skills | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
V3 speaks to David Cooper, CIO at British Gas, about how the company makes use of the latest technology
Carol Hancox's insight:

British Gas overview of technologies

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August 8, 2015 11:58 PM
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Apple Pay on the Apple Watch: How it works

Apple Pay on the Apple Watch: How it works | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
We try out the mobile payments system on Apple's smartwatch
Carol Hancox's insight:

steps in setting up Apple Watch with Apple Pay

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August 1, 2015 4:54 AM
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Big data and digital skills essential for future retail success

Big data and digital skills essential for future retail success | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Government report says tech-savvy workers are vital in modern retail businesses
Carol Hancox's insight:

Big data essential for the retail industry

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August 1, 2015 4:29 AM
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Apple Pay: Testing out the mobile payments service

Apple Pay: Testing out the mobile payments service | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
How to set up and use Apple Pay
Carol Hancox's insight:

details of the testing of new soln by Apple to use your phone to pay - using Apples Passbook to store your bank card details - turns your phone into a contactless payment solution.

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August 6, 2014 3:04 AM
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Top 10 iPhone apps for business users: From security to social media

Top 10 iPhone apps for business users: From security to social media | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Key iOS apps that make the working world that bit easier
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July 21, 2014 2:50 PM
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HP lands major high-performance computing deal with Airbus

HP lands major high-performance computing deal with Airbus | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
Company to boost HPC tools to 1,200 teraflops
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June 22, 2014 5:19 AM
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Banking sector moves to shore up cyber defences

Banking sector moves to shore up cyber defences | Technology used in businesses | Scoop.it
CBEST service will test for vulnerabilities
Carol Hancox's insight:

#KeepingBankingSecure

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