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Aug 19, 2020 • Two-factor Authentication

7 tips to choose the right CPaaS provider

At the heart of any CPaaS provider, you’ll find one common theme – APIs. This means businesses don’t need to invest in costly hardware that lacks scalability. With the help of APIs, companies can configure and add their own real-time communication solutions on a single platform, without building any complex backend infrastructure. In this article were going to have a look at how to choose the right CPaaS vendor and what are some key characteristics that define a good CPaaS provider. We've bundled them into 7 practical tips, so they're ready to use.

Feb 26, 2019 • Two-factor Authentication

The greatest innovations at MWC 2019

The Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona is jam-packed with mobile innovations. Here, I would like to highlight those trends and innovations that stood out most, kicking it off with a much expected 'mobile gadget'.

Dec 06, 2017 • Two-factor Authentication

Misconceptions about data protection revealed: the truth about online security

"Data is the key to success." But poor data protection opens doors for hackers. On top of that, companies must stick to more and more rules when it comes to data protection. However, good data protection is not as complicated and impossible as it sounds. That is why we want to denounce some ineradicable statements here. Fact or myth?

Sep 25, 2017 • Two-factor Authentication

Key Update: NIST no longer deprecates SMS for 2FA in Digital Identity Guidelines

“NIST declares the age of SMS-based 2-factor authentication over, US government agency calls for the end of SMS authentication”.

Sep 14, 2017 • Two-factor Authentication

How to engage students through mobile: examples of success

Schools have begun again which means classrooms are filled students the teachers need to motivate. All these students have one thing in common: (almost) each of them owns a smartphone with which the teacher has to compete for attention. But isn’t the mobile phone actually a profound opportunity to reach and engage students?

Aug 21, 2017 • Two-factor Authentication

What is an OTP?

OTP is a string of characters or numbers automatically generated to be used for one single login attempt. OTP, One Time Passwords in full, can be sent to the user’s phone via SMS, Voice or Push message and is used to protect web-based services, private credentials, and data. OTP’s will minimize the risk of fraudulent login attempts and thus the risk of stolen data. OTP’s come in all shapes and sizes, but always add an extra layer of authentication. Which type of OTP best suits you?

Jun 08, 2017 • Two-factor Authentication

YouTube star MICODE talks 2FA with CM Authenticator

French YouTube star Michaël, alias MICODE, is a rising vlogger in France and an expert when it comes to hacking prevention and internet security. In the latest video on his YouTube channel, he talks about two-factor authentication and its value when securing online accounts.

Feb 07, 2017 • Two-factor Authentication

Safer internet: what can you do?

Today is Safer Internet Day. Safer internet. That’s quite a goal, isn’t it? Surely, we can all agree that improving internet security is important. Especially now that the internet is tapping into more and more territories. But with all the online threats, the road to a safe internet comes with many challenges. What can you do to secure the safety of your data and that of your customers?

Sep 10, 2016 • Two-factor Authentication

Two Factor Authentication: How & why

More and more often hackers target major online services, web shops and email providers. The latest big target for hackers was the website for cheaters; "Ashley Madison".

May 09, 2016 • Two-factor Authentication

'Much of IT budget spent on security, but human remains weakest link'

The various data leaks and thefts follow one another at a rapid pace. In the digitalising society, data has never been so important, but also never so vulnerable. How to prevent the number of data thefts? Awareness about your digital security and about sharing knowledge are of key importance as far as this is concerned, SecureLink states.

Mar 02, 2016 • Two-factor Authentication

Fighting fraud and improving online security through strong customer authentication

Fraud with online transactions in the United States has lead to a loss of about five percent of revenues of organisations every year, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners has calculated. Mobile Commerce and International Merchants experience big losses, BusinessWire has learned.

Jun 15, 2015 • Two-factor Authentication

Snapchat enables two-factor authentication (2FA) through sms

Mobile image sharer and chat app Snapchat has deployed two-factor authentication. Snapchat experienced a major data breach in 2013.

Apr 07, 2015 • Two-factor Authentication

Protect your companies gold with two-factor authentication

Knowledge is power. A company’s knowledge could/should be considered the gold a company owns. Protecting that gold is essential. But: how?

May 08, 2014 • Two-factor Authentication

Securing login sessions with two-factor authentication

Concepts such as mHealth and eHealth are advancing; health insurers and hospitals are more and more aware of its advantages. Parallel to this development there is more attention for securely logging on into client and patient portals by means of one time passwords and two-factor authentication.

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