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VikingCloud and Fiserv Strengthen Cybersecurity for Merchants

In a bold move to enhance cybersecurity measures for businesses, VikingCloud, a renowned cybersecurity and compliance firm that serves over four million companies globally, has announced an extensive multi-year partnership with Fiserv, Inc., a leading provider of payments and financial technology solutions. This collaboration aims to deliver robust cybersecurity protection and facilitate simpler PCI compliance for merchants across North America and Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

Starting in early 2027, Fiserv will incorporate VikingCloud’s award-winning Cyber Risk Defense program into its suite of services. This program will empower businesses to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks through continuous monitoring and actionable insights. Mark Brady, CEO of VikingCloud, emphasizes that business owners should not have to become cybersecurity experts to secure their operations. He stated, “They've told us what they need: protection that works in the background, straightforward guidance on what to prioritize, and assurance that they are covered if issues arise.”

The Cyber Risk Defense solution, recently recognized as the Best Security Compliance Solution at the 2026 teissAwards, offers essential protections against prevalent threats such as phishing, ransomware, and business impersonation. At the heart of this innovative service is a unique Security Score. This incorporates VikingCloud's patented mechanisms and the cyber risk intelligence of Mastercard, transforming complex risk metrics into understandable grades, ranging from A to F, that all business owners can easily comprehend.

From day one, every enrolled merchant will reap tangible benefits, including built-in cyber insurance. Merchants who take a few straightforward steps to enhance their defenses can unlock even greater levels of protection. The modular design of the Cyber Risk Defense solution also permits scalability for larger commercial clients and mid-market entities that may require more advanced cybersecurity capabilities.

Lia Cao, Chief Revenue Officer of Enterprise and Platforms at Fiserv, reinforces the necessity of robust cybersecurity for small and mid-sized businesses. “Staying secure is now an essential part of remaining in business,” she remarks. By expanding its collaboration with VikingCloud, Fiserv is committed to helping merchants adopt a proactive approach to cybersecurity through user-friendly solutions that are easy to implement and understand, ensuring continuous protection.

Merchants facing ever-evolving cyber threats can look forward to more resilient operations as they take advantage of this partnership’s offerings. The introduction of VikingCloud Cyber Risk Defense not only simplifies compliance but also fortifies the cybersecurity landscape for businesses that often struggle to keep pace with potential threats.

For additional insights on how VikingCloud's Cyber Risk Defense can transform your cybersecurity strategy, visit VikingCloud's official site for more information.