Loss Prevention & Security: Page 4
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Instacart boosts security for shoppers after breach
In the coming months, the grocery delivery service will expand the use of two-factor authentication to more features within the shopper app.
By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 25, 2020 -
Amazon, KF Beauty team up in court over alleged counterfeits
The retailers filed a lawsuit claiming fake goods were sold on the e-commerce giant's platform, marking another case in its fight against counterfeits.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 14, 2020 -
EBay, Prova Group partner on sports memorabilia authentication
The marketplace joins Amazon and others in setting up measures to combat the sale of counterfeit goods, one of the biggest threats to resale.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 5, 2020 -
Retail shrink totaled nearly $62B in 2019
Shrink is at an all-time high, up $11 billion from 2018, according to a new report by the National Retail Federation.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 17, 2020 -
New Amazon 'counterfeit crimes unit' aims for zero fakes
The e-commerce giant says prevention remains a priority but that its new taskforce will help it pursue civil and criminal measures against "bad actors."
By Daphne Howland • June 24, 2020 -
Amazon, Valentino team up in court over alleged counterfeits
The e-commerce giant has come under fire before for the proliferation of fakes on its website, but says it will "take aggressive action."
By Daphne Howland • June 22, 2020 -
Many shoppers worry about fake goods during COVID-19 outbreak
Over two-thirds of shoppers are concerned that the outbreak will lead to more counterfeit or low-quality goods being sold online, Red Points found.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 23, 2020 -
Can retailers combat consumer desire for counterfeits?
Online marketplaces have launched initiatives aimed at addressing counterfeit sales, but those efforts can be cumbersome for brands.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 11, 2020 -
Security is key for retailers. But it can't stand in the way of efficiency, CIO says
When overhauling the furniture retailer's connectivity solutions, Rent-A-Center's Mike Santimaw had to shift the security-focused model of the business.
By Samantha Schwartz • Jan. 15, 2020 -
Visa, Mastercard hold fast to gas stations' chip-card deadline
Fuel retailers were given an extra five years to upgrade to EMV technology, but 70% of convenience store owners in a survey said they still haven't done so.
By Dan Ennis • Jan. 10, 2020 -
Cybercriminals latest retail target? Loyalty programs
Failing to protect reward program data can drive customers to more secure competitors.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 2, 2020 -
97% of retailers hit by organized theft and other crimes
According to the National Retail Federation, 68% of companies have seen an increase in organized retail crime.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 27, 2019 -
Wawa hit with malware data breach
The convenience and fuel retailer said the data security incident may have impacted all locations.
By Lisa Rowan • Dec. 23, 2019 -
Macy's data breach caused by a customized Magecart attack, research finds
Digital skimmers have been around for years, but a new type of point-of-sale attack is tailored for the target.
By Samantha Schwartz • Dec. 23, 2019 -
Retail cyberattack attempts up 20% last year
Increased attack sophistication has some chief information security officers planning to increase staffing in 2020.
By Lisa Rowan • Dec. 17, 2019 -
Over a quarter of US shoppers have purchased counterfeit goods: Report
Fake items erode brand trust, according to a study by Incopro, but some consumers are warming up to buying knockoffs.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 9, 2019 -
Black Friday cybersecurity responsibility falls to customers
Cybercriminals feed on shoppers with weak personal cyber hygiene. Have companies done enough to protect customers?
By Samantha Schwartz • Nov. 27, 2019 -
Macy's suffers another data breach
The hack, which went undetected for about a week, comes at a particularly inopportune time for the department store.
By Daphne Howland • Nov. 20, 2019 -
Mobile apps pose lower risk of online shopping fraud
E-commerce fraud increases prior to the holidays but doesn't comprise many transactions.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 11, 2019 -
Ralph Lauren launches digital IDs to authenticate merchandise
The new technology will allow products to be verified as goods move through the supply chain.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 5, 2019 -
Rebag launches appraisal tool for luxury handbags
The company's new software, called Clair, provides a resale value estimate instantly.
By Lisa Rowan • Oct. 24, 2019 -
Theft is a major risk for retailers using scan-and-go tech, expert says
But companies can mitigate that risk with additional layers of protection, including security cameras, customer notices and enhanced employee training.
By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 22, 2019 -
Retail loyalty programs are prime targets for online fraud
Customer identity manipulation has also experienced growth as a method for attacks, according to a new report.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 21, 2019 -
Zappos bucks cash payouts, proposes 10% discount as breach settlement
Impacted customers received emails entitling them to a one-time, 10% discount through the end of the year following the 2012 data breach.
By Samantha Schwartz • Oct. 21, 2019 -
Opinion
Balancing 'safe' and 'welcoming' in the era of mass shootings
Being prepared today can save lives — as well as significant business costs — tomorrow, writes Vice President of Pinkerton, Jason Porter.
By Jason Porter • Sept. 12, 2019