Security News & Media

Skimmers target Wawa, 7-Eleven, CVS ATMs

September 22, 2026

Police in Hilltown Township, Pennsylvania, are on the lookout for two suspects who allegedly installed skimming devices at Wawa ATMs. A customer first noticed…

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Agawam, Massachusetts bans crypto ATMs, pauses data centers

September 22, 2026

City councilors in Agawam, Massachusetts have voted unanimously to ban cryptocurrency ATMs and have paused data center construction, according to a report by…

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Public vs private AI: What's the best for payments?

by Anamaria Burnete — Digital Marketing Specialist, Paragon Application Systems

Most of the AI discussion has centered on model capability, e.g., who has the best models, the fastest responses, or the most advanced reasoning. But that is…

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New York man arrested for allegedly attacking ATM with rocks

September 21, 2026

Police arrested a man in Gouverneur, New York for allegedly attacking an ATM at Northern Credit Union. He allegedly used softball-sized rocks to damage the…

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Walgreens store in Chicago targeted by ATM thieves

September 16, 2026

A Walgreens in the Jefferson Park District of Chicago was targeted by a group of three individuals. An employee said the men broke into the store using a…

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How to handle end-of-life ATMs, kiosks?

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Amid the excitement surrounding new installations, one question rarely receives much attention: What happens when those kiosks and ATMs reach the end of their…

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From Physical Threats to AI-Enabled Fraud: Concerns and Solutions for Financial Institutions (part 2)

In this whitepaper, we move our focus towards Operational Resilience, more specifically disaster recovery and security in the supply chain.

Presented by NCR Atleos

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Understanding XFS: The Standard Behind Every ATM (Free Training)

A technical training on CEN/XFS, the standard connecting hardware and software in ATMs. From protocol architecture to a real practical case, covering commands…

Presented by Serquo

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Royalton, Vermont ATM break-in leads to $18K loss

September 14, 2026

An individual broke into an ATM at 802 Credit Union in Royalton, Vermont and made off with more than $18,000, according to a report by My Champlain Valley.

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Foster City, California police arrest alleged cash trapper

September 14, 2026

Police in Foster City, California arrested a suspect who was allegedly installing a cash trapping device on ATMs, according to a report by Kron4.

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US ATMs celebrate 57th birthday: What's next?

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

The first ATM in the U.S. was deployed 57 years ago. What's the future look like for ATMs in the U.S.?

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Albuquerque bans crypto ATMs

September 11, 2026

The Albuquerque, New Mexico City Council has banned crypto ATMs, along with cashier cryptocurrency transactions. The ordinance, O-26-49, was set in place to…

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What's an ATM's total cost of ownership?

by Mark Aldred — Head of Sales, Auriga

There's many more costs associated with owning an ATM than just the initial machine purchase itself. New tools are helping drive that overall cost down through…

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Port Huron passes crypto ATM ordinance requiring registration

September 10, 2026

Port Huron City Council in Michigan has passed a city ordinance requiring crypto ATMs to register with the city. The operators need to register with the City…

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FBI seizes $2M in crypto for alleged money laundering in New Mexico

September 10, 2026

The FBI seized more than $2 million in New Mexico due to suspected money laundering. Authorities believe the funds were part of a network used by drug…

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Beyond the counter: How Financial Institutions are re-imagining the future of physical banking

In this new paradigm, branches are no longer transaction centers, they are enablers within a broader ecosystem that blends digital, self-service, and human…

Presented by NCR Atleos

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A Layered Approach to ATM Physical Security

Physical attacks on ATMs are continuing to increase in frequency. Criminals are using new methods of attack, including hydraulic equipment to cut into safes…

Presented by NCR Atleos

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From Physical Threats to AI-Enabled Fraud: Concerns and Solutions for Financial Institutions (part 1)

Banks and ATM deployers face a convergence of physical crime, AI-driven social engineering, supply-chain fragility, as well as governance and behavioral gaps.

Presented by NCR Atleos

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San Antonio man wanted for using stolen debit card at ATM

September 9, 2026

San Antonio police are asking for help to identify a man who allegedly used a stolen debit card at an ATM. He was last seen driving a dark SUV, according to a…

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Man arrested for ATM theft in Lincoln, Nebraska

September 8, 2026

Trevor Gray, 36, of Lincoln, Nebraska, has been arrested for allegedly breaking into a bar and stealing an ATM. He is charged with burglary and possession of a…

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