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Equifax's simple steps to protect you from the growing risk of cybercrime
Sydney, Australia, Friday 11 October 2013: Cybercrime, defined as crime committed via the internet, is on the rise with a recent study showing a 42% increase in cyber-attacks over the last two years.
PPSR transitional period soon to end: “Register early and Register often”
Sydney, Australia, 3 October 2013: The introduction of the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) almost two years ago signified profound changes to Australian lending practices. This move to a single national register – and legal reform that underpins use of personal property as security for credit – impacts significantly on daily business processes, documentation, systems and the management of credit risk.
2.3m Australians at risk of financial trouble in the next year: Equifax Australian Credit Scorecard offers first Equifax Score analysis
Sydney, Australia, 30 September 2013: More than 2.3 million Australians are at risk of financial strife in the next yeari, with 27% (628,000) at high risk of credit default from something as simple as an unpaid bill, credit card or loan, according to analysis of credit scores, or Equifax Scores, by credit bureau Veda.
Dr Helen Nugent AO is Veda’s New Chairman
Sydney, Australia, Thursday 19th September: Veda is delighted to announce that Dr Helen Nugent AO has accepted the role of Independent Non-Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Veda Group.