FCTI Partners with Law Enforcement Prevent Criminals at ATMs Across US
FCTI, a leading nationwide ATM solutions provider, is working overtime to combat ATM crime. FCTI has taken major steps to help reduce all forms of ATM crime and put the criminals responsible behind bars. Some of these measures include the constant deployment of new security features on the ATM and surrounds for ATMs that block attack angles for physical attacks.
Criminals are always trying to find new ways to attack and are searching for areas of weakness. FCTI’s security technology enables them to block or detect and respond to these attacks with precision very quickly. For example, when attacks using hydraulic spreader rescue devices started in the Baltimore area, FCTI partnered with local law enforcement to find and apprehend the criminals responsible. “FCTI actively works with the US Secret Service and FBI, as well as State and Local Law Enforcement agencies,” says John Grosheim, FCTI Director of Security. “These partnerships have led to numerous arrests and reduction in ATM Crime.”
But FCTI has gone even further to stop criminals, and has received great support from ATMIA, the leading non-profit trade association representing the entire global ATM industry, and the ATM Security Association. “FCTI’s leadership in the new ATM Criminal Activity Forum has helped identify new forms of attack and has aligned the ATM community to stop the use of hydraulic spreaders and other attacks,” says David Tente, Executive Director, ATMIA USA & Americas, and President, ATM Security Association.
Hurst Jaws of Life, Inc., a business unit of IDEX Corporation and leading manufacturer of the hydraulic rescue tools under the brand JAWS OF LIFE®, stated “We are deeply troubled that a hydraulic spreader designed, sold, and used by first responders to save thousands of lives a year has been misappropriate in a malicious way to commit these unlawful acts. We are committed to actively working with law enforcement regarding these crimes. This situation underscores the importance of Hurst’s continued development of smart technologies in our Jaws of Life tools.”
FCTI’s number one priority is the safety and protection of its customers and employees. Unfortunately, these ATM attacks are not always physical, they can happen digitally too. “FCTI is continuously innovating to create new and unique security controls which prevent ATM attacks,” says Wayne Malone, President of FCTI. If the ATM industry and law enforcement continue to work together, FCTI believes that we will see fewer attacks and the criminals responsible will be held accountable.
About FTCI
FCTI, Inc. is a nationwide ATM and financial technology solutions provider. Their team specializes in advanced ATM placements, ATM operations, and Advertising for banks, credit unions, consumer brands, and retail establishments. Their patented MBA technology, network partnerships, and leading software developments offer financial institutions, brands, and businesses real marketing, distribution, and revenue-generating opportunities through the ATM channel.
FCTI provides custom turnkey ATM programs to best fit business goals by utilizing the right combination of hardware, software, and services. Their solutions are specially designed to provide financial institutions, advertisers, and site owners with the tools they need to increase brand and product awareness, boost distribution, and align marketing efforts while growing foot traffic and in-store sales.
For more information visit https://fcti.com/ , call (800) 454-2317, or email contact@fcti.net.
