Cybersecurity News that Matters

Cybersecurity News that Matters

Arthur Gregory Willers

Arthur Gregory Willers is a copyeditor at The Readable, where he works to make complex cybersecurity news accessible and engaging for readers. With over 20 years in education and publishing, his expertise lies in enhancing document quality and readability. Before joining The Readable, Arthur contributed to various publishers of educational materials, including item writing for standardized testing. He serves as an adjunct professor at Sogang University, enriching educational standards through curriculum design and in teaching various English rhetoric and communication courses. Holding master’s degrees in applied linguistics and English literature, Arthur’s expertise bridges the gap between intricate cybersecurity topics and the magazine’s diverse audience. His commitment to clear, impactful writing makes every article a tool for achieving greater understanding in the digital age.

Arthur Gregory Willers

The Readable has just published its recap report on Black Hat USA 2024 and DEF CON 32. Our team attended both events in Las Vegas from August 7 to August 11, covering the latest developments firsthand. The report features news articles and highlights standout vendors. The cover image below provides a link to the full […]

It’s been about a week since Black Hat USA 2024 and DEF CON 32 wrapped up. As I transition back to my daily editing work in South Korea, I realize there’s still more to share with The Readable’s readers from these major hacker events. This includes statements from National Cyber Director Harry Coker, Jr., the […]

Last May, the Cybercrime Investigation Unit of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency announced the arrest of five individuals for illegally creating and distributing doctored pornographic images using photos of female acquaintances. Two of the offenders, both graduates of Seoul National University (SNU), took photos of 61 victims, including SNU alumni, from their personal social media […]

Las Vegas―DEF CON 32―A two-year competition aimed at bringing together the brightest minds in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity has reached its midpoint, concluding its semifinal round at DEF CON 32 on August 11. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), the U.S. government agency overseeing the contest, announced seven finalists whose AI systems outperformed others […]

“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 […]

Las Vegas, NV―Black Hat 2024―How long do you follow up on a news story after it breaks? For most people, including journalists, follow-ups are rare unless they have a specific interest in the issue. However, for Chester Wisniewski, Director and Global Field Chief Technology Officer at Sophos with over 25 years of security experience, this […]

Las Vegas, NV―Black Hat 2024―Over the past week, security vendors and researchers have released numerous press statements, coinciding with the excitement of Black Hat 2024 in Las Vegas. Among the many media pitches we received, The Readable has chosen the ten most significant announcements for our readers. Please note that none of these selections are […]

Las Vegas, NV―Black Hat 2024―The Readable spoke with entrepreneurs, IT professionals, and analysts at Black Hat 2024 to explore their efforts in enhancing global cybersecurity. In this article, we spotlight three vendors who stood out during our recent conversations. As a cybersecurity journalist, I selected these vendors based solely on their innovative contributions, without any […]

In December, Microsoft announced that support for Windows 10 would end on October 14, 2025. However, as of July, Windows 11 has only just surpassed a 30% market share, which has raised concerns within the security industry. According to StatCounter, Windows 11’s market share reached a peak of 30.83% in July, the highest it has […]

Las Vegas, NV―Black Hat 2024―A former NATO analyst specializing in social media has called for increased awareness of disinformation campaigns conducted by state-sponsored actors. These campaigns, particularly from China and Russia, are part of highly orchestrated efforts to achieve long-term strategic goals. Meanwhile, the younger generation is becoming increasingly dependent on social media for news […]

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