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Cyber threats are more sophisticated and persistent than ever, making traditional security measures—such as firewalls, antivirus software, and endpoint detection—insufficient against advanced attacks. In recent years, observability has emerged as a game-changer, giving security teams unprecedented visibility into their IT environments. Organizations need more than basic monitoring; they require real-time, data-driven insights to detect and […]
South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) recently probed the security of DeepSeek, an artificial intelligence service which was developed in China and started gaining international popularity including South Korea. The investigation uncovered major security risks, such as excessive data collection, unrestricted sharing of user information with advertisers, and the storage of personal data on servers […]
“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. A groundbreaking report by cybersecurity experts has just been published. […]
Daily Briefing is a curated listicle made available by The Readable. The summaries of each article were created by ChatGPT 4o and edited by Dain Oh. Arthur Gregory Willers contributes to enhance the overall readability of the briefing. 1. South Korean government and companies restrict China’s AI ‘DeepSeek’ over security concerns Several South Korean government […]
Daily Briefing is a curated listicle made available by The Readable. The summaries of each article were created by ChatGPT 4o and edited by Dain Oh. Arthur Gregory Willers contributes to enhance the overall readability of the briefing. 1. Canadian man charged in $65 million crypto fraud and money laundering scheme – US Justice Department […]
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek left a database containing sensitive information—including chat history, secret keys, and backend system details—publicly accessible online, cybersecurity firm Wiz reported this week. While reviewing DeepSeek’s online infrastructure, Wiz discovered that a ClickHouse database had been left publicly accessible with no authentication required, the cybersecurity firm said in findings posted Wednesday. The […]
On Thursday, the U.S. Justice Department indicted two North Korean nationals and three accomplices in a scheme in which they fraudulently secured remote IT jobs with U.S. companies with the aim of generating revenue for the North Korean regime. Over the past few years, The Readable has closely monitored cyber threats from the hermit nation […]
SK Telecom, the parent company of the SK Group ICT Family, has developed ScamVanguard, an advanced artificial intelligence system that revolutionizes mobile scam prevention. The system offers strong protection against the ever-changing threats of financial fraud. ScamVanguard, which won the Best Innovation Award in Cybersecurity at CES 2025, uses state-of-the-art AI to safeguard users from […]
“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 […]
Dear Readers, As the year comes to a close, I want to take a moment to thank you for your unwavering support of The Readable. Your engagement and encouragement have been the driving force behind our success in 2024. Please note that The Readable will take a brief holiday break from December 23, 2024, to […]
As 6G networks and quantum computing emerge alongside rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, security threats and cyberattacks are growing more sophisticated and evolving at an unprecedented rate. Against this backdrop, the International Conference on Mobile Internet Security (MobiSec) has become a vital forum for researchers and engineers worldwide to address security challenges in mobile internet, […]
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 […]
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AMMAN, Jordan–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), a global multilateral organization committed to enabling digital prosperity for all by accelerating the inclusive growth of the digital economy, has concluded its fourth annual General Assembly in Jordan on 19th February 2025, launching new digital cooperation initiatives aimed at narrowing the global digital divide and endorsing the […]
SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Fastly, Inc. (NYSE: FSLY), a leader in global edge cloud platforms, today announced that Ron Kisling, CFO, will be participating in a fireside chat at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference in San Francisco on March 4, 2025 at 4:50 p.m. PT. A webcast of this presentation will be available on […]
MATTOON, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Consolidated Communications Holdings, LLC (the “Company” or “Consolidated”) today announced that it will periodically make available certain information for current and prospective bondholders and securities analysts providing analysis of an investment in the Company’s notes on its virtual data room platform. The information the Company makes available may be deemed material. To request […]
PORTLAND, Maine–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dentons announces today that Andrew Clearwater, a recognized leader in privacy and artificial intelligence governance, has joined as a partner in the Firm’s Portland, ME, office. Andrew has extensive experience helping businesses implement technology responsibly, combining deep technical capabilities with practical solutions. Drawing on his in-house experience, Andrew advises clients on leveraging global […]
The powerful new member of the iPhone 16 family is available starting Friday, February 28 BELLEVUE, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) and Metro by T-Mobile will offer iPhone 16e, a new addition to the iPhone 16 lineup, featuring breakthrough battery life, the fast performance of the A18 chip, Apple Intelligence,1 and a 48MP 2-in-1 camera system […]
