Security News & Media

Alleged ATM jackpotting thief added to FBI 10 Most Wanted

March 19, 2026

Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre has been added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list for allegedly leading an ATM jackpotting scheme. He is accused of…

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Byte Federal launches website to combat crypto kiosk fraud

March 18, 2026

Venice, Florida-based cryptocurrency kiosk operator Byte Federal has launched a website offering information about ways to prevent fraud related to…

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Indiana bans cryptocurrency ATMs

March 17, 2026

Indiana is the first state to ban cryptocurrency ATMs/kiosks, per a bill signed by Governor Mike Braun called House Bill 1116.

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What's new in ATM software?

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

ATM software is gaining traction with AI and cost-saving techniques for OS upgrades.

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Toledo bank targeted in ATM theft

March 17, 2026

Police are investigating an ATM theft at a Citizens Bank in Toledo, Ohio. A tow truck was used to steal the machine, according to a report by ABC 13.

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Tennessee considers crypto ATM ban

March 16, 2026

Tennessee is considering banning cryptocurrency ATMs to combat scams. Supporters point to the rising number of scams in the state, according to a report by…

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4 Texans charged for alleged ATM theft

March 13, 2026

Four individuals from Texas have been charged with allegedly stealing cash from an ATM in Saginaw Township, Michigan. They join Samuel Fobbs Jr. and Johnathan…

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Minnesota considers banning crypto ATMs

March 11, 2026

Minnesota is considering banning cryptocurrency ATMs at the urging of law enforcement. There are currently around 350 crypto ATMs in the state, according to a…

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2 men in New York accused of ATM check fraud

March 11, 2026

Two men in Rochester, New York, are being charged with check fraud at an ATM. Police said that they received a report that a personal check was stolen, altered…

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Crypto kiosk operator CoinFlip runs afoul of Texas regulator

March 11, 2026

The Texas Department of Banking has issued a consent order against Chicago-based cryptocurrency kiosk operator GPD Holdings LLC, doing business as CoinFlip…

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Hyosung COO Nancy Daniels steps down

March 10, 2026

Nancy Daniels will be stepping down as COO of Hyosung on April 17. During her tenure, she led efforts for retail ATMs, operations, supply chain sales and…

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Bitcoin Depot takes the lead on preventing crypto fraud

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Bitcoin Depot is taking the lead in fighting crypto ATM/kiosk fraud. Will it be enough?

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Safe Access to Cash Act heads to Senate floor following Judiciary Committee approval

March 6, 2026

The Safe Access to Cash Act has passed the Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously and now heads to the Senate for a full vote, according to an announcement…

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Aulander, North Carolina man shot and killed at ATM

March 5, 2026

Police in Aulander, North Carolina, are investigating a shooting at an ATM at a Valero Gas station. A man was shot and killed there late in the evening…

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Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union delays branch reopening following attempted ATM theft

March 5, 2026

A Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union branch has delayed reopening following an attempted ATM theft. The branch on Dorr Street in Toledo, Ohio, has been closed…

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Using AI to improve ATM security

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

AI has many uses for ATMs, from virtual AI powered tellers to personalization. One way it can benefit ATMs is through proactive crime and fraud detection to…

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Jamaican man charged for alleged ATM card switching scam

March 3, 2026

A man in St Catherine, Jamaica has been charged with running a card switching scam at ATMs. Sean Williams, 34, would allegedly approach senior citizens having…

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Cheyenne, Wyoming authorities looking for ATM thief

March 3, 2026

Authorities in Cheyenne, Wyoming are looking for a suspect who attempted to steal an ATM from a Chase Bank location. Surveillance footage reveals an individual…

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Safe Access to Cash Act scheduled for markup in Senate

March 2, 2026

The Safe Access to Cash Act is scheduled for makeup by the Senate Judiciary Committee on March 5, according to an announcement from The National ATM Council…

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Carlisle, Pennsylvania man arrested for hammer ATM attack in ice cream shop

March 2, 2026

A man has been arrested in Carlisle, Pennyslvania after allegedly breaking into an ice cream shop and attacking the ATM inside with a hammer.

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