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The SIP Forum Announces Conference Lineup for 2023 - KYC Summit and SIPNOC 2023 Dates Set

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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NORTH ANDOVER, Mass., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The SIP Forum proudly announced today its event lineup for 2023, which includes a new virtual KYC Summit, a special webinar series focused on 'Know Your Customer' strategies, solutions and best-practices, to be held the week of June 12, 2023, and SIPNOC 2023, a three-day educational conference to be held in Herndon, VA on September 12-14, 2023 at the Hilton Washington Dulles Hotel.

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  • We are delighted that we can return to in-person events post-pandemic while having some virtual events on an as-needed basis.
  • If you are a registered SIP Forum Participant Member, are an active participant in SIP Forum task groups or have attended past SIP Forum conferences, you will receive a message about open registrations.
  • There are a number of valuable event sponsorship opportunities available for companies offering Call Authentication services and solutions for both the KYC Summit and SIPNOC 2023.
  • For information about sponsorship benefits and costs, please contact Marc Robins at +1-203-829-6307 or email [email protected] .

Over $1.5 Billion Lost to Imposter Scams in 2021

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Wednesday, November 24, 2021
Google, The Nader Report on the Federal Trade Commission, Social Security, BeenVerified, Federal Trade Commission, FTC, Spamming, Social, Online shopping

If the number that has texted or called you doesn't match, hang up and call the support line directly.

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  • If the number that has texted or called you doesn't match, hang up and call the support line directly.
  • Is it coming directly from the company that's allegedly contacting you?
  • If the caller is asking for any personal information, hang up and report the incident to both the retailer and the FTC .
  • According to a recent report from the Federal Trade Commission, consumers lost $1.6 billion to impersonation scams from January through September 2021, with a median individual loss of $1,000.

Validity and Spamhaus Launch Partnership to Educate Email Marketers and Enable Safer Outreach

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Spamming, Computing, Marketing, Malware, Cyberspace, Computer network security, Multi-agent systems, The Spamhaus Project, Emotet, Email spam, Botnet, eMail

In order to keep pace with the onslaught of malicious activity, Validity integrates the leading blocklists into its platform, courtesy of Spamhaus.

Key Points: 
  • In order to keep pace with the onslaught of malicious activity, Validity integrates the leading blocklists into its platform, courtesy of Spamhaus.
  • The ongoing partnership will bring together more data exchanges that help each partner do what they do best - educate senders and fight malicious mail.
  • For example, in Q2 2021 Spamhaus worked with the FBI to help remediate the compromised email accounts following the Emotet botnet takedown.
  • When marketers conduct email efforts fairly, security services and mail providers can spend more time focusing on truly malicious senders.

Litmus Debuts Speakers For Litmus Live 2021

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Marketing, Online advertising, Digital marketing, eMail, Email marketing, Market research, Spamming, Litmus, Cyberspace, World Wide Web

BOSTONand SAN MATEO, Calif, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Litmus , the leader in email marketing, today announces its plan for Litmus Live 2021 , the premier conference for marketers, from CMOs, VPs, and directors to email marketing strategists, copywriters, designers, and developers.

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  • BOSTONand SAN MATEO, Calif, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Litmus , the leader in email marketing, today announces its plan for Litmus Live 2021 , the premier conference for marketers, from CMOs, VPs, and directors to email marketing strategists, copywriters, designers, and developers.
  • At Litmus Live, marketers will learn how to optimize their email program and leverage an email-first approach: utilizing email as an accelerator, converter, and relationship-builder.
  • Sessions and workshops at Litmus Live 2021 will provide attendees with the necessary insights to unlock desired results in our present and future marketing landscape."
  • To keep updated with Litmus Live 2021 updates and to register for the event, visit litmus.com/conference .

PostcardMania Reaches Milestone 100,000 Clients in Over 350 Industries, Set to Celebrate with $100,000 Marketing Giveaway Special

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Marketing, Digital marketing, Spamming, Online advertising, E-commerce, Omnichannel, Email marketing, Advertising, Mail

Since then, PostcardMania now has 300 staff, a custom-built 60,000-square-foot facility, 100,000 small business clients, 279,873 campaigns delivered, and 2.24 billion mail pieces printed.

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  • Since then, PostcardMania now has 300 staff, a custom-built 60,000-square-foot facility, 100,000 small business clients, 279,873 campaigns delivered, and 2.24 billion mail pieces printed.
  • Gradually, they added all the components necessary to succeed at modern-day marketing website development, email marketing, digital ads, social media marketing, and more.
  • To celebrate 100,000 clients, PostcardMania is giving away $100,000 in free marketing this week.
  • 500 list as well asForbes.com, Entrepreneur.com, Inc. Magazine, and more.PostcardMania offers fully integrated omnichannel marketing campaigns and full direct mail automation.

Investor Alert: Beware of Fake Financial Websites Trying To Steal Your Money

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Crime, Confidence tricks, Cybercrime, Social engineering, Spamming, Deception, Phishing, Human behavior, Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada

Fraudsters are impersonating trusted IIROC-regulated institutions through many channels, including genuine-looking phishing websites, high-quality brochures and other investment documents.

Key Points: 
  • Fraudsters are impersonating trusted IIROC-regulated institutions through many channels, including genuine-looking phishing websites, high-quality brochures and other investment documents.
  • These fraudulent sites or documents offer and market a fake guaranteed bond fund and GICs with unrealistic investment returns.
  • Some fake websites look nearly identical to the trusted institution's website with the same logo, brand, and likeness; others copy legitimate websites but change the firm's name and contact details.
  • Carefully check the domain names of any websites you visit, and cross-reference contact details on the website with other resources.

SEC Charges California Resident in Microcap Fraud Scheme Targeting Retail Investors

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Stock market, Financial markets, Spamming, Finance, Crime, Microcap stock fraud, United States securities law, Pump and dump

Investors can find additional information about pump-and-dump scams, including the warning signs of fraud, on Investor.gov.  The Office of Investor Education and Advocacy and Enforcement's Retail Strategy Task Force have issued Investor Alerts about these types of fraud, including Frauds Targeting Main Street Investors -- Investor Alert, Investor Alert:  Fraudulent Stock Promotions, Investor Alert: Don’t Invite Investment Scams to Find You, and Investor Alert: Beware of Stock Recommendations on Investment Research Websites.

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  • Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - July 22, 2021) - The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that it has filed an emergency action charging California resident Charlie Abujudeh with running microcap fraud schemes targeting retail investors.
  • According to the complaint, Abujudeh generated over $9 million in illicit proceeds by selling Odyssey, Scepter, and CannaPharmaRx stock to investors during the promotions he funded.
  • We have charged that Abujudehs schemes harmed investors, said Paul Levenson, Director of the SECs Boston Regional Office.
  • Investors can find additional information about pump-and-dump scams , including the warning signs of fraud, on Investor.gov .

Vade Report Reveals Meteoric Rise in Phishing in H1 2021

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Crime, Cybercrime, Deception, Fraud, Identity theft, Phishing, Spamming, Security, Ransomware

However, in Q2 2021, Crdit Agricole phishing URLs increased 296 percent, while La Banque Postale URLs increased 831 percent, pushing them up 18 spots to #5 on the list.

Key Points: 
  • However, in Q2 2021, Crdit Agricole phishing URLs increased 296 percent, while La Banque Postale URLs increased 831 percent, pushing them up 18 spots to #5 on the list.
  • Although unique Microsoft phishing URLs have declined, the sophistication of Microsoft phishing has actually increased.
  • After a slowdown in Q4 2020, Facebook phishing increased 137 percent in Q1 2021.
  • Additional findings from the Phishers' Favorites H1 2021 report include:
    Vade helps MSPs, ISPs, and OEMs protect their users from advanced cyberthreats, such as phishing, spear phishing, malware, and ransomware.

Free Email Security Monitoring for the First 10,000 Microsoft 365 Admins Who Register for Powerful New App

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Security, Data management, Mobile, Wireless, Technology, Software, Microsoft Windows, Windows NT, Calendaring software, Personal information managers, Windows 10, Spamming, Microsoft 365, Mail, Phishing, Ransomware

The first 10,000 M365 IT administrators who sign up for the app will benefit from use of the app for free forever.

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  • The first 10,000 M365 IT administrators who sign up for the app will benefit from use of the app for free forever.
  • Hornetsecurity developed this app to address an issue faced by many organizations using Microsoft 365, that mistakenly believe Microsoft provides adequate protection against email threats such as ransomware, phishing and spam.
  • To provide admins with utmost reliability, 365 Threat Monitor combines Hornetsecuritys powerful, proprietary technologies to plug security gaps.
  • Microsoft 365 administrators can learn more about 365 Threat Monitor at this link and download their app from Android and iOS app stores.

Expel Introduces Offering for Detecting Business Email Compromise

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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Expel, the managed detection and response (MDR) provider that’s making great security as accessible as the internet, today announced the launch of Expel for Email.

Key Points: 
  • Expel, the managed detection and response (MDR) provider thats making great security as accessible as the internet, today announced the launch of Expel for Email.
  • Expel for Email combines the best of Expel Managed Phishing and Expel MDR to detect and respond across the entire email lifecycle.
  • Expel is demonstrating and answering questions about its Expel for Email solution on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 2 p.m.
  • Fast detection and response to potential compromise across your go-to SaaS email and identity apps.