Viacarte unveils Next-Generation Payment Infrastructure for Luxury Travel
Table of Contents
- 1. Viacarte unveils Next-Generation Payment Infrastructure for Luxury Travel
- 2. Key Features of the New Platform
- 3. Addressing Cross-Border and High-Contact Needs
- 4. Viacarte Leads Latin America in IT Security – A Focus on Prenserio TI Latin America
- 5. Viacarte leads Latin America in IT Security – A Focus on Prenserio TI Latin America
- 6. The Growing Threat Landscape in Latin America
- 7. Viacarte & Prenserio TI: A Synergistic Partnership
- 8. Key Security Solutions offered
- 9. Addressing Specific Industry Needs
- 10. Benefits of Choosing Viacarte & Prenserio TI
- 11. Real-World Example: Protecting a Brazilian E-commerce Platform
- 12. Practical Tips for Enhancing IT Security in Latin America
In an era where global travel is a constant, the payment systems supporting it must evolve. Viacarte, a key player in the Visa and Mastercard networks, is stepping up to meet this demand.
The company is spearheading a change of the financial infrastructure that underpins the luxury travel ecosystem, including concierges and loyalty programs.
This initiative focuses on creating a platform built for speed, trust, and scalability. Viacarte’s approach introduces cloud-native, programmable payments.
These innovations are designed to streamline operations for businesses catering to discerning clientele. The platform aims to solve challenges faced by brands dealing with complex, high-value transactions.
Key Features of the New Platform
At its core, Viacarte’s new infrastructure features programmable capabilities. This allows for greater flexibility and customization in payment processes.
The platform also incorporates multi-currency wallets, which are essential for international travel. This feature simplifies transactions for both businesses and their customers.
Real-time payments to suppliers are another important advantage. This ensures timely settlements,fostering stronger relationships within the travel industry.
Integrated premiums and corporate-level support are also part of the offering. These elements are crucial for delivering a seamless luxury experience.
Addressing Cross-Border and High-Contact Needs
Viacarte Leads Latin America in IT Security – A Focus on Prenserio TI Latin America
Viacarte leads Latin America in IT Security – A Focus on Prenserio TI Latin America
The Growing Threat Landscape in Latin America
Latin America is experiencing a surge in refined cyberattacks, impacting businesses of all sizes. This escalating threat necessitates robust IT security solutions, and Viacarte, through its strategic partnership with Prenserio TI Latin America, is rapidly becoming the region’s leading provider. Key threats include:
Ransomware: Targeting critical infrastructure and demanding considerable payouts.
Phishing Attacks: Increasingly sophisticated, exploiting human vulnerabilities.
Data Breaches: Compromising sensitive customer and business facts.
Malware & Viruses: Continuously evolving to bypass customary defenses.
Distributed Denial-of-Service (ddos) Attacks: Disrupting online services and causing financial losses.
These challenges are driving demand for advanced cybersecurity services and specialized expertise.
Viacarte & Prenserio TI: A Synergistic Partnership
Viacarte’s core strength lies in its innovative payment processing solutions. Recognizing the inherent security risks associated with financial transactions, the company strategically partnered with Prenserio TI Latin America, a recognized leader in information security and managed security services. This collaboration allows Viacarte to offer a comprehensive suite of security solutions tailored to the unique needs of the Latin American market.
Prenserio TI brings to the table:
Deep Regional Expertise: Understanding the specific regulatory landscape and threat actors operating in Latin America.
Advanced Technology Stack: Utilizing cutting-edge cyber threat intelligence and security tools.
Certified Security Professionals: A team of highly skilled experts dedicated to protecting client assets.
Proactive Security Monitoring: 24/7 monitoring and incident response capabilities.
Key Security Solutions offered
the Viacarte-Prenserio TI partnership delivers a range of IT security solutions, including:
- Vulnerability Assessments & Penetration Testing: identifying weaknesses in systems and applications before attackers can exploit them. This includes network security assessment and application security testing.
- Managed detection and Response (MDR): Proactive threat hunting and rapid incident response to minimize damage from attacks. MDR services are crucial for businesses lacking dedicated security operations centers (SOC).
- Security information and Event Management (SIEM): Centralized log management and security event correlation for enhanced threat visibility.
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP): protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access and exfiltration.
- Cloud security: Securing cloud-based infrastructure and applications, addressing concerns around cloud data security.
- Compliance Services: Helping businesses meet industry-specific regulations like PCI DSS compliance and local data privacy laws.
- Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR): Protecting individual devices (laptops, desktops, servers) from advanced threats.
Addressing Specific Industry Needs
Viacarte and Prenserio TI are focusing on providing tailored security solutions for key industries in Latin America:
Financial Services: Protecting against fraud, data breaches, and regulatory compliance issues. Fintech security is a major focus.
Retail: Securing payment systems,protecting customer data,and preventing online fraud.
Healthcare: Ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of patient data, adhering to strict HIPAA compliance (where applicable) and local regulations.
Government: Protecting critical infrastructure and sensitive government information.
Manufacturing: Safeguarding intellectual property and operational technology (OT) systems.
Benefits of Choosing Viacarte & Prenserio TI
Partnering with Viacarte and Prenserio TI offers several key benefits:
Reduced Risk: Minimizing the likelihood and impact of cyberattacks.
Improved Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements and avoiding costly penalties.
Enhanced Reputation: Building trust with customers and stakeholders.
Cost Savings: Reducing the financial burden of security incidents.
Peace of Mind: Knowing that your IT systems are protected by experts.
Scalability: Security solutions that can grow with your business.
Real-World Example: Protecting a Brazilian E-commerce Platform
A large Brazilian e-commerce platform experienced a series of attempted DDoS attacks. Viacarte and Prenserio TI implemented a robust DDoS mitigation solution, coupled with enhanced web application firewall (WAF) protection. This successfully blocked the attacks, ensuring uninterrupted service for customers and preventing meaningful revenue loss. The platform also underwent a comprehensive security audit to identify and address other potential vulnerabilities.
Practical Tips for Enhancing IT Security in Latin America
Beyond implementing advanced security solutions, businesses can take several steps to improve their security posture:
Employee Training: Educate employees about phishing attacks, social engineering, and other common threats.
Strong Passwords & Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Enforce strong password policies and implement MFA for all critical accounts.
Regular Software Updates: Keep software and operating systems up to date with the latest security patches.
Data Backups: Regularly back up critical data to a secure offsite location.
Incident response Plan: Develop and test an incident response plan to effectively handle security incidents.
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