N26 Blog: Technology & Security

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Deposit protection scheme: why your money is protected

Looking for reassurance that your money is protected? Deposit protection schemes help secure the money in your bank account.
5 min read
Digital finance expert Xavier Lavayssière - The role of AI in payments and financial markets.

AI: Banking’s New Superpower

The AI-powered future of banking is already here in areas like fraud detection, risk assessment, and customer service, says digital finance expert Xavier Lavayssière. Read on to learn more.
7 min read
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N26's Complete Guide to Secure Online Banking

The complete N26 guide to banking safely online
11 min read
Dr. Anastasia Kotovskaia, LL.M.

Cybersecurity and operational resilience: challenges for the financial sector

Finance expert Dr. Anastasia Kotovskaia discusses the role of corporate IT security, the ongoing threat of cybercrime, and the challenges the industry is currently facing.
11 min read
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Debit card fraud—what you need to know

Find out how you can protect yourself against debit card fraud.
5 min read
Smurfing: Don’t become a money mule!

Smurfing: Don’t become a money mule!

With smurfing, a money mule—often unwittingly—helps criminals launder money that was earned illegally. Here, you’ll learn how to recognize and avoid getting caught up in these schemes.
9 min read
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What to do if you receive phishing emails and scam texts

At N26, your security is our top priority. That’s why we created this guide to how to spot phishing scams and what to do if you receive suspicious messages.
3 min read
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5 tips for secure mobile banking

From deactivating bluetooth to locking your screen, we’ve got 5 essential tips for you to enjoy mobile banking with peace of mind.
2 min read
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How to create a strong password: 5 suggestions to help you beat hackers

You can use a password generator to create strong passwords, or you can follow some simple guidelines to create your own passwords and stay a step ahead of hackers.
9 min read
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“Secure” doesn’t have to mean inaccessible—N26 Security

Just because we make banking simple, doesn’t mean it’s insecure. Learn about the security programs we use to protect your balance and personal data.
2 min read
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Real-time banking behind the scenes

At N26, you can receive a notification any time your balance changes. How do we manage do pull this off?
2 min read
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Social engineering: how to protect yourself

Learn about social engineering to protect yourself against this particularly deceptive form of fraud.
7 min read