Columbus, OH

Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) has taken another critical step toward open banking—better described as open data—becoming the first bank in New Zealand to meet a major milestone set by Payments NZ. BNZ has implemented the Payments NZ Account Information API v2.1 standards, which when open banking is...

BNZ the First NZ Bank to Achieve Next Open Banking (Open Data) Milestone

It’s time to make the ISO 20022 shift. The new global standard promises to unlock a new era for banking. It could be time to get on board. In a brand new FF News Virtual Arena, Ali Paterson spoke to Greg Murray from Santander US to find out more. Promising greater data richness and improved transaction efficiency, Murray explains how banks like Santander are heavily investing in the transition to ISO 20022 to meet regulatory deadlines and adapt their systems.

It’s Time to Make the ISO 20022 Shift | Santander | FF Virtual Arena #327

TSB is today making its Emergency Flee Fund available to victims of domestic abuse on its video banking platform; as the bank reports it has helped 370 individuals with emergency payments since launching the scheme. TSB’s Flee Fund offers TSB customers payments of up to £500, to help escape a...

TSB Launches Emergency Flee Fund via Video Banking to Boost Access to This Vital Scheme

Google has a post up on its security blog that is half advertisement and half PSA-style announcement for Android users: go into your settings and turn off the "Allow 2G" toggle. This option, added in Android 12 back in 2021, does exactly what it sounds like: it turns off support for 2G cellular networking. Why would you want to do that? Because attackers are using the insecure 2G protocol to spoof phone numbers and send SMS spam.

Google Sounds Urgent Warning To Kill This Setting On Your Android Phone

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

Newly reported malware aimed at Android phones steps up the usual social engineering attacks by including an NFC component. Vulnerable users who fall for the scam can have their bank details, and thus their money, stolen. Security firm ESET recently reported a piece of malware targeted mainly at Android users,...

NGate malware steals bank data via NFC

Xiaomi has unveiled the Pocket Power Bank Pro 10000mAh 33W, launching in India this August. The company claims it is the most compact 33W power bank, based on data supplied by Amazon, measuring 9.0 cm × 6.4 cm × 2.4 cm (~3.5 x 2.5 x 1.0 inches) and weighing under 200g (~0.4 lbs).

Xiaomi Pocket Power Bank Pro revealed as new compact accessory

(MA) Get ready to meet the happiest little pup who does not let his tough past define him. Scooter, or Scoot for short, is a 4-year-old Pomeranian mix pup who was sadly run over by a car, causing permanent nerve damage to the back of his body. Because of this, he is unable to control bodily movements for his back half, forcing him to wear diapers.

Meet Ada: An Adorable Little Pomeranian Searching For Family

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Americans are some of the most overweight people in the world, not just stereotypically but statistically too. In fact, nearly 42% of U.S. adults are obese, and it’s costing us. Unfortunately, the extra pounds have inflated the costs of obesity-related medical treatment to approximately $190.2 billion a year and annual productivity losses due to work absenteeism to around $4.3 billion.

North Carolina City Has Been Named The Fattest City in the State

The US Sun

DOZENS of Samsung Galaxy device owners are to receive Android 15, Google's big annual update, this autumn. The software update includes 12 brand new features, as well as improvements to existing processes. Camera boost. Of the total 12 new features, there are two camera and photography updates coming, including:. Low...

Huge Android 15 upgrade with 12 new features coming to Samsung phones soon – check full list to see if you’re eligible

Los Angeles, CA

Herbie J Pilato

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

A new wave of Android NFC malware is making headlines as cybersecurity experts uncover its sophisticated method of stealing payment card information. Researchers at ESET identified this malware, which exploits the Near Field Communication (NFC) capabilities of infected smartphones to capture and relay payment data to cybercriminals. Discovered in early August 2024, the Android NFC malware, dubbed NGate, represents a novel threat in the mobile security world.

New Android NFC malware targets payment data with innovative tactics

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

The Getac F110 Gen 7 is available starting at $2,579 (the final price depends on your specific configuration and purchase contract). The Windows tablet is built for the field, thanks to a bright display, quick launch buttons, and stylus for pen input. It also has large capacity hot-swappable batteries so you don't have to stop working.

One of the best rugged tablets I've tested runs Windows with stylus support

After announcing seven years of OS updates for its Galaxy S24 smartphones earlier this year, Samsung is doing the same for its TVs. If you have a Samsung TV from 2023 or later, the company will provide seven years of free updates for its Tizen OS, Business Korea reports. The updates will first be available for the AI-integrated TVs that launched in March 2024 and some TVs released in 2023. Samsung hasn't announced a list of models or a rollout schedule yet.

Samsung Smart TVs to Get 7 Years of OS Updates

Polk County, FL

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Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

With the growing convenience of smartphones, many users have become accustomed to storing sensitive information such as credit and debit card numbers, as well as social security numbers, directly on their devices. However, security experts are warning against this practice due to the risk of exposing personal information to unauthorized parties.

Never store credit cards or Social Security Numbers on your phone

A fifth of Brits (20%) over the age of 55 have consistently spent more than they’d expected to during their retirements so far, with an additional 11% expressing that this occurred early on in their retirement, according to new analysis by PensionBee. Daily living expenses emerged as the largest...

Nearly a Third of Brits Admit to Being ‘Retirement Overspenders’ Due to Rising Cost of Living

Apple is preparing to launch what will be the first iPhone to lean explicitly into artificial intelligence. The company announced an event, scheduled for 9 September, during which it is rumoured to be launching the iPhone 16 alongside new Watches and AirPods. Other devices, such as an updated iPad Mini, may also be shown off in the live-streamed event.

iPhone 16 event: Apple prepares to launch its AI-first phone

Georgia State

Daily Coffee Press

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

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BankDhofar Selects Entrust to Enable Cardholders Across Different Banking Offerings With Digital Card and In-App Payment Capabilities

BankDhofar, the second-largest bank in Oman market value, has selected Entrust, a global leader in delivering identity-centric security solutions for governments and enterprises worldwide, to implement...

BankDhofar Selects Entrust to Enable Cardholders Across Different Banking Offerings With Digital Card and In-App Payment Capabilities

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