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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.

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Experts warn of rise of digital partnerships among authoritarian regimes

As the cyber domain emerges as the next frontier of cooperation among like-minded countries, South Korean experts raised concerns about the possible digital partnership between authoritarian governments including Russia, China, and North Korea. On Wednesday, Doo Jin-ho, a research fellow at the Korea Institute for Defense Analyses (KIDA), highlighted the strategic partnership between Russia and […]

Budget cuts loom over South Korea’s national cybersecurity studies

South Korea’s cybersecurity research institution is bracing for possible deep funding cuts as the country plans to reform its scientific research budget. According to South Korean lawmaker Ko Min-jung on Tuesday, the National Security Research Institute’s funding for cybersecurity research and development is expected to be 38 billion won ($29 million) next year, a 29% […]

Scams present significant security challenges to Singaporeans, cybersecurity chief asserts

Singapore ― SICW 2023 ― The primary cybersecurity threat currently facing Singaporeans comes from the malicious activities of scammers, the head of Singapore’s cybersecurity agency emphasized on Thursday. David Koh, Commissioner of Cybersecurity and Chief Executive of the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), noted that the complexity of fraudulent activities has increased to the […]

US aims to secure generative AI with updated guideline

Singapore ― SICW 2023 ― Generative artificial intelligence makers should take security into account as the latest technology could pose a significant threat worldwide, the head of the United States cybersecurity agency said Tuesday. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released an updated guideline on software security on October 17, titled “Shifting the […]

Singapore deputy prime minister stresses cooperation for prosperous digital revolution

Singapore ― SICW 2023 ― Countries need to adopt a multilateral approach to mitigate risks emerging from the latest technologies, Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat asserted on Tuesday. Heng, who, in addition to being Deputy Prime Minister, is also Singapore’s coordinating minister for economic policies, spoke at the 8th annual Singapore International Cyber […]

North Korea reorganized its hacking groups to increase efficiency in cyber operations, Mandiant reveals

North Korean state-sponsored cyber groups, broadly referred to as the “Lazarus Group,” appear to have recently restructured themselves in an effort to accelerate internal cooperation, according to the cybersecurity firm Mandiant. Enhanced cooperation among the “Lazarus Group” has led to several advantages for the hacking collective, such as improved resource sharing and attributional complexity, warns […]

South Korean president says young ethical hackers are essential asset in cyber defense

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol met with young white hat hackers and stressed their role in defending the nation against cyber threats. “Each and every one of you is an important strategic asset to the nation’s cyber defense,” said the President to the approximately 100 participants who gathered at the former presidential compound, Cheong Wa […]

Experts urge caution on Russia and North Korea’s cooperation in cyber

Seoul ― KACS 2023 Fall Conference ― Russia and North Korea could seek to expand their ties in cyberspace as the two countries pledged to boost defense cooperation, according to a foreign policy professional on Wednesday. Jang Se-ho, an expert on Russia with the Institute for National Security Strategy (INSS), urged South Korea to be […]

Korean security agency helped FBI to take down Hive ransomware gang

Seoul ― KACS 2023 Fall Conference ― With international cooperation having become a key factor in deterring cybercrimes, a South Korean security agency disclosed on Wednesday that they had contributed to taking down a ransomware gang by collaborating with the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA) developed a […]

Countries form blocs with allies to defend against cyber threats, says expert

Seoul ― KACS 2023 Fall Conference ― Countries will continue to intensify their efforts to form blocs with like-minded nations to defend themselves against adversaries in cyberspace, according to a military and security expert on Wednesday. Song Tae-eun, an assistant professor at the Korea National Diplomatic Academy, is delivering her speech during a symposium hosted […]

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