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The U.S. has accused 14 North Korean nationals of defrauding American companies, violating sanctions, and extorting employers through an elaborate six-year IT fraud scheme that funneled illicit funds to North Korea’s missile programs. The indictment, unsealed Thursday, alleges that the conspirators used fake identities to secure remote IT jobs, steal sensitive company data, and extort […]
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol delivered a 29-minute address on Dec. 12, defending the Dec. 3 declaration of martial law as a necessary response to what he described as the opposition’s legislative and budgetary overreach. Unlike his previous address, this speech included direct criticism of the National Election Commission (NEC). Yoon alleged that the NEC’s […]
In a digital world plagued by security breaches, weak passwords, and identity theft, biometrics are emerging as the frontrunner in the race for better cybersecurity. Fingerprints, facial recognition, voice patterns, and even behavioral traits are being hailed as the keys to a more secure and seamless digital experience. However, the path to replacing passwords is […]
“Weekend Briefing” is a weekly newsletter sent to subscribers of The Readable every Friday. Our journalists select important news items from the previous week on topics ranging from privacy to policy development in cybersecurity, all to help you stay abreast of the latest breaking issues. And not only is this provided free of cost to […]
In a bold display of cyberespionage, a prolific Russian hacking group has been spotted infiltrating and hijacking the systems of a rival Pakistani cyber collective. The revelations, detailed in a report released Wednesday by Lumen’s Black Lotus Labs, highlight a campaign spanning more than two years carried out by Turla—also known as Secret Blizzard, as […]
Two weeks ago, undersea cables in the Baltic Sea were damaged when the Chinese ship Yi Peng Three dragged its anchor along the ocean floor for more than 100 miles. The incident affected two cables: one linking Lithuania and Sweden, and another connecting Finland and Germany. While the matter remains under investigation, suspicions are mounting […]
“Weekend Briefing” is a weekly newsletter sent to subscribers of The Readable every Friday. Our journalists select important news items from the previous week on topics ranging from privacy to policy development in cybersecurity, all to help you stay abreast of the latest breaking issues. And not only is this provided free of cost to […]
This week, the Future of Privacy Forum (FPF), a global non-profit focused on data protection, privacy, and emerging technologies, hosted the second annual Japan Privacy Symposium with support from S&K Brussels and in cooperation with the Personal Information Protection Commission of Japan (PPC) and the Japan DPO Association. This event, on the sidelines of the […]
In July, I reported on deepfake crimes and emerging forms of cyberbullying in schools. That article highlighted data from the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, which revealed that 63.1% of school violence cases involved cybercrime. These included incidents where deepfake technology was used to create and distribute fake images and videos. Content abuse has been a […]
“Weekend Briefing” is a weekly newsletter sent to subscribers of The Readable every Friday. Our journalists select important news items from the previous week on topics ranging from privacy to policy development in cybersecurity, all to help you stay abreast of the latest breaking issues. And not only is this provided free of cost to […]
Daily Briefing is a curated listicle made available by The Readable. We select a handful of significant stories worth sharing with our readers and present them in an easy-to-read, accessible format. Dain Oh and Minkyung Shin collaborate in monitoring, selecting, and reviewing the news articles, with Arthur Gregory Willers contributing to improve the overall readability […]
A Russian national accused of masterminding a notorious ransomware-as-a-service operation has been extradited from South Korea and is now in American custody facing criminal charges for his cybercrime activities, the United States Department of Justice announced Monday. Evgenii Ptitsyn was extradited by South Korean authorities and appeared in a U.S. court in Maryland on Nov. […]
Daily Briefing is a curated listicle made available by The Readable. We select a handful of significant stories worth sharing with our readers and present them in an easy-to-read, accessible format. Dain Oh and Minkyung Shin collaborate in monitoring, selecting, and reviewing the news articles, with Arthur Gregory Willers contributing to improve the overall readability […]
“Weekend Briefing” is a weekly newsletter sent to subscribers of The Readable every Friday. Our journalists select important news items from the previous week on topics ranging from privacy to policy development in cybersecurity, all to help you stay abreast of the latest breaking issues. And not only is this provided free of cost to […]
A security expert warned Thursday that cyber threats and conflicts have a profound impact on international politics and security, reaching far beyond technical concerns. Song Tae-eun, an assistant professor at the Korea National Diplomatic Academy under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, emphasized Thursday at the 12th Cyber National Strategy Forum that cybersecurity in international conflicts—such […]
Daily Briefing is a curated listicle made available by The Readable. We select a handful of significant stories worth sharing with our readers and present them in an easy-to-read, accessible format. Dain Oh and Minkyung Shin collaborate in monitoring, selecting, and reviewing the news articles, with Arthur Gregory Willers contributing to improve the overall readability […]
Daily Briefing is a curated listicle made available by The Readable. We select a handful of significant stories worth sharing with our readers and present them in an easy-to-read, accessible format. Dain Oh and Minkyung Shin collaborate in monitoring, selecting, and reviewing the news articles, with Arthur Gregory Willers contributing to improve the overall readability […]
Volt Typhoon, a Chinese state-sponsored hacking group previously believed to have been curtailed by Western cyber defenses, has reemerged with a more advanced strategy aimed at infiltrating critical infrastructure worldwide, according to findings released Tuesday. SecurityScorecard’s STRIKE Team report reveals that the hacking collective has shifted tactics, exploiting vulnerabilities in outdated routers at government and […]
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ALEXANDRIA, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Disaster Recovery Coalition of America (DRCA) have signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to enhance collaboration in disaster preparedness, operational readiness, response, and recovery. This partnership signifies a shared commitment to leveraging public-private resources and expertise to improve disaster resilience and support for communities […]
–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Bitwarden: What: Bitwarden launched a new survey on January 17, 2025, ahead of Data Privacy Week, to gather recommendations on the top privacy-centric apps from thousands within the Bitwarden community. The annual Data Privacy Week survey sheds light on the most popular data privacy tools across nine categories: web browser, email, email alias provider, […]
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Strategic Edge AI Investment in Blaize Reflects Confidence in Transformative Growth Opportunities ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Burkhan World Investments (BWI), a leading global investment firm, congratulates Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) on its remarkable Q4 earnings. The stellar results underline the unparalleled growth trajectory in the semiconductor and advanced computing sectors, reaffirming BWI’s strategic […]
SCHAUMBURG, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#isaca–The Digital Trust Workforce Inclusion Program (DT-WIP), through a partnership between ISACA and the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber, is expanding this year’s reach to include North Dakota and Northwest/North Central Minnesota. This program opens new career pathways for underrepresented and underserved populations, offering training in IT, networks and infrastructure, cybersecurity fundamentals, software […]
