Cybersecurity – why it matters and 2 share ideas
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We take a look at the growing opportunities in cybersecurity and explore the risks that investors should keep in mind.
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Published on 11 January 2024
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A huge leap in the use of technology in our daily lives has created new cybersecurity challenges.
This has implications for most businesses, especially if they look after personal information and people’s assets, like money.
Financial services companies, like banks, have to prove they’ve got strong enough controls in place to prevent financial scams and fraud – from identity theft to financial abuse.
The UK stock market is heavily weighted towards financial services. The regulatory spotlight that comes with this is something to think about for investors in this space. It’s an ongoing risk, and any major missteps can mean not only significant fines, but falling share prices as well.
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