/ 8 November 2024

How safe are South African banks from cyber attacks?

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Restraints: The banking sector adheres to global benchmarks regarding credit card security but still the system remains vulnerable because its foundational IBM architecture limits this and there is no instantaneous payment system. Photo: Supplied

Experts say the banking system is as advanced as that in Europe but its antiquated infrastructure is difficult to modernise

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