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BlackBerry cybersecurity researchers observed approximately 11,500 unique malware samples targeting their customers daily from April to June this year, a 53% increase from the previous quarter — marking one of the largest spikes ever recorded by the firm. Malware samples are similarly-assembled but distinct versions of malicious code launched by hackers. Each variation includes changes […]
A cybersecurity expert stated that the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing alliance is adopting a new strategy centered on networked governance, an approach to security in which state ministries and agencies work together to enhance threat detection, response, and resilience in cybersecurity efforts. On Wednesday, Seung Hugh Shin, PhD Candidate in International Relations at Seoul National University, […]
On Tuesday, the Gender Equality and Family Committee in South Korea passed legislation aimed at protecting children and youth from deepfake pornography. This bill, which includes amendments concerning the punishment of sexual crimes and the protection of juveniles, is set to be finalized in a plenary session on September 26. During the meeting, the standing […]
“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 […]
On Friday, the Korean National Police Agency (KNPA) announced the arrest of seven gang members who allegedly established an office in Vietnam in order to commit smishing attacks. Among those arrested, three associates, including the mastermind, were forcefully repatriated to South Korea a week before the announcement, according to a police press release. The KNPA […]
The United Nations announced a report outlining seven recommendations for the global governance of artificial intelligence. This follows the finalization of an interim report published by the UN in December 2023. On Thursday, the UN Secretary-General’s High-Level Advisory Body on AI (HLAB-AI) published the final report titled ‘Governing AI for Humanity.’ The report unifies and […]
Rising geopolitical tensions, particularly involving Russia and the Middle East, helped fuel one-third of denial-of-service cyberattacks that targeted the global financial services sector for the second year running, according to new findings from cloud and cybersecurity services provider Akamai. The cyber assaults, commonly known as DDoS attacks, targeted around 34% of financial institutions observed between […]
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) announced on Wednesday the arrest of an alleged mastermind behind Ghost, an encrypted communication platform used exclusively by criminals. The arrest was made possible through international law enforcement efforts known as ‘Operation Kraken.’ According to an AFP press release, a 32-year-old man from New South Wales has been charged with […]
Smishing, a type of cyberattack that uses phishing through text messages, is on the rise, especially during South Korean holidays. However, the arrest rate for these crimes remains low. According to Jung Hee-yong, a member of South Korea’s 22nd National Assembly, the number of smishing incidents surged during Chuseok, a South Korean national holiday when […]
Global leaders in defense and security from 67 countries convened in Seoul on Wednesday and Thursday to address emerging global security threats and explore strategies for countering them through international alliances. The Seoul Defense Dialogue (SDD), hosted by the Ministry of National Defense (MND) of the Republic of Korea (MND), are now in their 13th […]
A closely watched Chinese government-backed cyber espionage campaign has been found targeting a prominent Southeast Asian government agency, new findings out Tuesday reveal. The Crimson Palace campaign, tracked by Sophos researchers, details newer and more sophisticated cyberattacks targeting government organizations, non-governmental entities and public service networks in the region. According to the analysis, the attackers […]
With more than 60 percent of companies in the United States having filed a cyber insurance claim in the last 12 months, U.S. companies are increasingly adopting advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence to secure cyber insurance coverage and mitigate rising costs, according to a report. On Tuesday, the identity security service provider Delinea released […]
Below is the full statement of “REAIM Blueprint for Action,” provided by the Republic of Korea, the host nation of REAIM 2024. According to a document released on September 10, a total of 61 countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Australia, support the statement. The REAIM (Responsible AI in the Military […]
Seoul, South Korea―REAIM 2024―Internationally recognized experts in artificial intelligence have come together to raise concerns about autonomous AI systems. These leading voices warn that the development and spread of unregulated autonomous AI in the military sector poses serious risks to global peace and security. They argue that such advancements should be strictly prohibited, similar to […]
Seoul, South Korea―REAIM 2024―National security and technology experts from the United Kingdom attended REAIM 2024, a conference focused on the responsibilities and international security implications of military artificial intelligence. The experts presented various strategic challenges associated with AI and emphasized the need for regulation from multiple perspectives. Kenneth Payne, Professor of Strategy at King’s College […]
“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 […]
Seoul, South Korea—2024 AI Security Day Seminar—An attorney specializing in artificial intelligence stated Thursday that nearly all deepfake crimes involve pornography, with female victims being the most common targets. The lawyer emphasized the urgent need for legislation to address these crimes. Lee Keun-woo, an attorney at Yoon and Yang LLC, highlighted the growing issue of […]
Seoul, South Korea―An international cyber exercise, proposed by South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol at last summer’s NATO summit, will bring security experts from around the world to Seoul next week. The National Intelligence Service (NIS) announced on Wednesday that South Korea will lead an international cyber defense drill, named the “APEX (Allied Power Exercise) 2024,” […]
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Design Assist service is a collaborative approach to healthcare facility planning BROOMFIELD, Colo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–TransLogic™, a Swisslog Healthcare company and a leading supplier in transport automation, will showcase its healthcare consultative approach at the Healthcare Design Conference + Expo (HCD). This premier event focuses on connections and the collective ability to prepare the healthcare industry for […]
The Women of Color STEM Conference helps women advance their education and careers in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields ST. LOUIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider, is celebrating nine of its employees today as they were honored in the 29th Annual Women of Color STEM Conference on October […]
WASHINGTON & LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–C5 Capital, a specialist venture capital firm based in Washington DC and London announces a strategic partnership with Brave1, Ukraine’s premier defense technology accelerator. This collaboration will support Ukraine’s innovative tech startups, accelerating the development and application of critical technologies for the defense of Ukraine against Russian aggression. Brave1 leads Ukraine’s defense […]
Versa Also Ranked Second Highest for On-Premises Security Sensitive WAN Use Case and Third Highest for Cloud-First WAN Use Case SANTA CLARA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#AI–Versa, the global leader in Universal Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), today announced that it has been ranked highest in the Large Hybrid WAN Use Case for the fifth consecutive year, as […]
Versa is One of Only Three Vendors to be Included in Gartner Magic Quadrant Reports for Single-Vendor SASE, Security Service Edge, and SD-WAN SANTA CLARA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#AI–Versa, the global leader in Universal Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), today announced that Gartner has again positioned it as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for […]
