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SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--McAfee Corp., a global leader in online protection, today unveiled its ‘Safer Summer Travel Report,' along with the Top 10 ‘Riskiest' Destinations scammers exploit to lead travelers to malware or risky online sites where they could be scammed. The report unpacks insights on emerging trends and scam risks in summer travel, and highlights Americans' growing concerns over increasingly believable, AI-generated online scams, including deepfakes. The global study su.» Mehr auf businesswire.com

OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, the Corporate Racial Equity Alliance published the draft Business Standards for 21st Century Leadership and launched a public comment period, inviting feedback to help shape the standards that integrate equity, inclusion, and social responsibility into all aspects of business. Informed by extensive research and the voices of hundreds of people from all walks of life, the standards provide businesses with a common language and clear roadmap to strengthen business resilience and help build an economy where everyone can thrive. The Corporate Racial Equity Alliance – an initiative led by PolicyLink, FSG, and JUST Capital – developed the standards through a multi-year process with input from more than 500 corporate leaders, investors, workers, community advocates, and many more. The standards will help business leaders navigate the pressing issues that are already top of mind for many, with a focus on fundamentals: (1) addressing structural barriers to equal opportunity; and (2) defining the level of sustainable business performance that meets the needs and expectations of all corporate stakeholders. “We’re at a crossroads where businesses are struggling to meet the needs of all their stakeholders, despite growing inequality and broad demands for action from workers, consumers, communities, and investors alike,” says Mahlet Getachew, managing director of corporate racial equity at PolicyLink. “The standards aim to be an indispensable tool for the business leadership we need today and in the future. Detailed and comprehensive, we are leaving no stone unturned on what it means to be a sustainable business that delivers value to all stakeholders.” On May 20th at 2:00 p.m. ET, the Alliance will host a live webinar to introduce the draft standards, share implementation plans, and how to get involved in this effort. Alongside the latest report, the public can review the first eight draft standards focused on governance, the workplace, products, and the value chain. Those interested in attending the webinar live can register here. A recording will be available following the event. Six additional standards – focused on community and societal impact – will be released for public feedback in September. The Alliance is requesting input from anyone who has a stake in how business operates today and in the future. The input received during the public comment period will inform ongoing revisions to the standards, which the Alliance will launch in final form on a digital platform in 2025. “In today’s challenging economic, social, and political landscape, ensuring businesses are contributing to creating shared prosperity for all in our society has never been more critical,” says John Harper, CEO of FSG. “The Business Standards for 21st Century Leadership provide corporate leaders with the tools to embed equity, inclusion, and social responsibility into their businesses and create positive societal impact for generations to come.” In the U.S. today, nearly one in three people face structural barriers to equal opportunity, making it difficult for them to achieve even a basic standard of living. Alongside civil society and government, business leaders have a leading role to play in building a society where no one is left behind and everyone can thrive and achieve their full potential. "Business leaders hold significant power to address the inequities and challenges that are undermining not only the promise of their own ventures but the promise of a democracy and economy that can serve all," said Michael McAfee, president and CEO of PolicyLink. "We are proud to support the leaders rising to this challenge by providing a comprehensive set of standards that offer clarity and focus to help them promote thriving, within their business and beyond." “For nearly a decade, our research has shown that the American public expects companies to take action on important societal issues, including investing in workers and communities, mitigating environmental risks, and creating inclusive workplaces,” says Tolu Lawrence, chief impact officer at JUST Capital. “The Alliance aims to support executives in a tightening economic environment, with common sense standards aimed at helping them attract and retain a competitive workforce while strengthening their operations. Businesses now have a plan of action to meet the needs of their stakeholders and the call of the public.” Help shape a new way of doing business: https://corporateracialequityalliance.org/corporate-standards For more information visit: https://corporateracialequityalliance.org PolicyLink is a national research and action institute dedicated to advancing racial and economic equity by Lifting Up What Works®. For over two decades, PolicyLink has been dedicated to amplifying the expertise, wisdom, and resilience of people of color and low-income communities to make our social and economic systems work for all people. Learn more at https://www.policylink.org/. FSG is a global nonprofit consulting firm that partners with foundations and corporations to create equitable systems change. Through customized consulting services, innovative thought leadership, and learning communities, FSG is working to create a world where everyone can live up to their full potential. Learn more at https://www.fsg.org/. JUST Capital is an independent nonprofit with a mission to tackle the most pressing social challenges of our time by galvanizing the collective power of corporate America and the private sector. Guided by the priorities of the public, JUST tracks, measures, and helps to improve corporate performance on the most important stakeholder issues. Learn more at https://justcapital.com/.» Mehr auf businesswire.com

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, McAfee Corp., a global leader in online protection, revealed findings from the new ‘Safer Summer Holidays’ Travel Report, which surveyed 7,000 people across seven countries to discover how safe it is to plan and book travel online, and how cautious people are when interacting with digital tools while traveling abroad. The research reveals 30% of adults have fallen victim or know someone who has fallen victim to an online scam while trying to save money when booking travel. 34% of those who had money stolen have lost over $1,000 before their trip has even begun, while 66% lost up to $1,000. 62% of all vacationers will travel domestically this year and 42% will do so internationally. With inflation and the cost-of-living crisis, the research reveals new concerns for leisure-seekers who, in their quest for a good deal, may be more likely to fall for a scam. With 94% of people booking travel online this year, it can be easy to get lured into a deal that’s too good to be true. In today’s economic environment, adults are more likely to seek out a bargain deal online (56%), move quickly to snap up a deal (45%), try a new booking site (35%) and even a new destination (36%), in order to save money. However, travel seekers need to stay vigilant to avoid falling for a scam. Travel scams can take many forms, with the research finding 14% of all adults have been tricked into making payments through fraudulent platforms and 18% have had their identity stolen when booking online. Of this portion, 7% entered passport information and 11% provided other personally identifiable information to a fake website. Discrepancy Between Consumers’ Sentiments & Behaviors The research also uncovered a discrepancy between people’s sentiments and behaviors, as well as online safety best practices when travelling. In total, 61% of people are more concerned about digital threats than physical ones, such as being pickpocketed, and 85% of adults hold either some or high concern around their identity being compromised as part of their travel. Despite this, 48% admitted to being less security conscious when on holiday. Whether it’s connecting to Wi-Fi networks even though they look a bit suspicious (22%), using a free USB charging port at an airport or train station (26%), or leaving their Netflix account logged in after checking out of their accommodation (17%), significant numbers of people have engaged in activities that could put them at increased risk of crime while traveling. It’s not that people are unaware of the dangers either. While 44% of people think their personal information is less secure when they connect to the internet while on vacation, less than half (43%) make use of any services to monitor the safety of their online identity, and 50% don’t use a VPN while on vacation. Of those that do, 20% only do so because they want to stream geo-specific content. Knowing the risks doesn’t stop travelers from engaging in the behavior. While social media is by far the most common online activity for people to use their phones for while on vacation (60%), also common are chatting with friends and family (55%), online banking (35%) and sending money via apps such as PayPal or Venmo (22%). Of course, it’s not just adults that use the internet while traveling, with 62% of respondents saying that their children spend time online, too. The relaxed attitude also applies to the kids, with 39% of parents saying they’re either less vigilant when it comes to monitoring their children’s internet use while on vacation or only do so when at home. “People are often more relaxed and carefree when away from home, but it’s never been more important to remain vigilant when traveling,” says Cagla Ruacan, McAfee’s Head of Product Strategy and Insights. “From the moment you open your laptop to book a vacation, to when you log into airport Wi-Fi while waiting for the flight home, staying alert and taking precautions helps keep yourself and your loved ones safe from online travel scams. Taking early and proactive steps to manage your security, privacy and online identity means you’ll be able to more safely and confidently enjoy your well-earned vacation.” How to Protect Yourself from Online Summer Travel Scams Think before you click. Cybercriminals use phishing emails or fake sites to lure people into clicking links that could lead to malware. If you receive an email asking you to click on a link, even if the travel deal sounds great, it’s best to avoid interacting with the message altogether. Always go direct to the source and book with reputable companies. Connect with caution. Be cautious when connecting to public Wi-Fi while on vacation and make sure the Wi-Fi is secure and attached to a trusted source. Use a virtual private network (VPN) to keep your connection secure and to protect your personal data and activity as you bank, shop, and browse online. Check before you book. When confirming if a privately-owned vacation rental is legitimate, check the name of the property owner in public records. Don't pay for rentals by wire transfer, prepaid cards or gift cards. These types of transactions often can't be reversed if the rental offer is fraudulent. Use a holistic security solution with identity and privacy protection. From identifying malicious sites before booking, use of VPN, to identity theft protection that safeguards and monitors for personally identifiable information, a holistic security solution such as McAfee+ can give you peace of mind this summer travel season. For more information about how to better protect yourself online and learn about McAfee’s products and services, visit www.mcafee.com Survey Methodology The survey was conducted by market research agency MSI Research between April 13 and April 19, 2023. An online questionnaire was completed by a sample of 7,054 adults aged 18 and over from seven countries. The sample size completed per country is as follows: 1,009 respondents in the US; 1,009 respondents in the UK; 1,007 respondents in France; 1,007 respondents in Germany; 1,004 respondents in Japan; 1,008 respondents in Australia; 1,010 respondents in India. About McAfee McAfee Corp. is a global leader in online protection for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee’s consumer solutions adapt to users’ needs in an always online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protect their families and communities with the right security at the right moment. For more information, please visit https://www.mcafee.com.» Mehr auf businesswire.com