In early April, 1912, many people believed that the Titanic was unsinkable. On April 15, 1912, the Titanic sank and by late April, 1912, as the news spread, people no longer believed that the Titanic was unsinkable. I think that the story of the Titanic and the mistaken belief that it was unsinkable can teach…

Retail Security Hygiene: The Case for Seasonal Checkups

The winter holidays offer big potential for retailers, with some companies earning around 30 percent of their annual revenue during the season, according to the National Retail Federation. Big sales numbers, however, also drive increased risks of fraud and theft, and businesses are now spending on extra security measures to keep physical stores safe. But…

Don’t Be Catfished: Protecting Yourself From New Account Fraud

Catfishing, the practice of pretending to be someone else online, became a cultural phenomenon through MTV’s popular TV show “Catfish,” driving more attention to our obsession with our online personas. However, it’s not just social media that needs additional scrutiny. In the wake of several recent major data breaches of personally identifiable information (PII) such…