Topic: 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
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5 popular holiday scams to watch out for this season

Don’t let scammers ruin your holidays. Get informed about these 5 popular holiday scams to protect your wallet.
5 min read
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Why every day is April Fools’ Day for fraudsters

Today’s scams look, sound, and feel real — until your money disappears. Here’s how to keep your finances safe.
5 min read
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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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Shockingly simple ways your passwords can get stolen

Here are 5 deceptive techniques fraudsters use to easily access your sensitive information.
6 min read
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Do you have malware on your phone? Here's how to check

Malware on your phone can access your personal info, including your bank details. Here’s how to safeguard your phone against malicious software and what to do if it’s been infected.
5 min read
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Inside the mind of online scammers: Kristen, Trust & Safety Analyst

Online scams and fraud aren’t new but they evolve constantly. Kristen from N26’s Trust & Safety team analyses and investigates these trends to make online banking even more secure for you.
5 min read
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Securing the borderline between product design and product usage: Kyle, Lead Trust & Safety

Security is at the core of everything we do at N26. Kyle from our Trust & Safety team shares insights on why we constantly research potential threats and issues that might compromise your money.
6 min read
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Striking the balance between ease-of-use and best-in-class security: Cristofor, Product Security Engineer

Security is key in online banking. As a Product Security Engineer, Cristofor is part of the N26 team that checks on and analyses all features at different stages in order to keep your money safe.
5 min read
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How to protect yourself when your phone is lost or stolen

Are you going through that gut-wrenching experience of your phone getting stolen, and you’re wondering what to do? Find out the 5 things you need to do to protect yourself.
5 min read
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How to recognize a scam on Facebook

With nearly 3 billion monthly active users in 2021 and a huge amount of personal data from its users, Facebook is like a supermarket for online scams.
8 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
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What is PSD2 and what does it mean for me?

Learn here what PSD2 is and how we developed N26 to allow open banking and a strong customer authentication process.
4 min read