Data Breach at Texas Tech University: 1.4 Million Affected in Ransomware Attack on Health Sciences Center

Texas Tech University is currently grappling with a significant data breach that has impacted approximately 1.4 million individuals. The breach, which is believed to have been caused by a ransomware attack, targeted the university’s Health Sciences Center, compromising sensitive personal and medical information. Details of the Breach The incident, first reported by university officials, involved […]

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‘Yes, I am a human’: bot detection is no longer working – and just wait until AI agents come along

'Let's try for a third time.' Gago Design You’re running late at the airport and need to urgently access your account, only to be greeted by one of those frustrating tests — “Select all images with traffic lights” or “Type the letters you see in this box”. You squint, you guess, but somehow you’re wrong. […]

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United States Charges Dual Russian and Israeli National as Developer of LockBit Ransomware Group | Office of Public Affairs

Note: A copy of the superseding criminal complaint can be found here. A superseding criminal complaint filed in the District of New Jersey was unsealed today charging a dual Russian and Israeli national for being a developer of the LockBit ransomware group. In August, Rostislav Panev, 51, a dual Russian and Israeli national, was arrested […]

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Following Georgia’s elections, ODIHR reiterates concerns over pressure on voters and independence of state institutions and calls for concrete action

PRESS RELEASE: WARSAW, 20 December 2024 – In its final report on the observation of the 26 October parliamentary elections in Georgia, the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) reiterates its earlier findings and conclusions. The elections took place amidst serious concerns about the impact of recently adopted legislation on fundamental freedoms and civil […]

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Privacy and Security Concerns Raised Over EU’s Police Data Access Plans

The European Union’s proposal to alter the framework for police access to data has sparked significant concern among privacy advocates, human rights organizations, and tech companies. Over 50 groups, including NGOs and major technology firms, have issued a warning that the proposed changes could compromise fundamental rights and digital security across Europe. Controversial Proposal: A […]

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Protecting Business Reputation in the Age of Cyber Threats Malware Injection and Hacking

In today’s digital world, a business’s reputation and the trust it has built with its customers are its most valuable assets. However, these assets are highly vulnerable in the event of a cyberattack. From ransom demands to system lockouts and malware injections, the financial and reputational consequences of a cyber incident can be severe. Yet, […]

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Biological computers could use far less energy than current technology – by working more slowly

The problem with hares… reysphoto/Shutterstock Modern computers are a triumph of technology. A single computer chip contains billions of nanometre-scaled transistors that operate extremely reliably and at a rate of millions of operations per second. However, this high speed and reliability comes at the cost of significant energy consumption: data centres and household IT appliances […]

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Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi Explore Potential Strategic Alliance Amid Industry Transformation

In a significant move within the global automotive sector, Honda and Nissan are reportedly considering a strategic tie-up with Mitsubishi Motors, aiming to create one of the largest automotive groups worldwide. The discussions highlight the evolving dynamics of the industry as manufacturers seek to navigate major shifts, including the transition to electric vehicles (EVs), the […]

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EU Secures €10.6 Billion Deal to Launch Homegrown Satellite Internet Network by 2030

The European Union (EU) has taken a significant step in bolstering its technological and strategic autonomy by securing a €10.6 billion deal to develop IRIS² (Infrastructure for Resilience, Interconnectivity and Security by Satellite), an ambitious satellite internet network that aims to rival global leaders like Elon Musk’s Starlink and Amazon’s Project Kuiper. This project, which […]

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Children of parents not in a romantic relationship are just as happy as those in nuclear families – new research

PeopleImages.com – Yuri A/Shutterstock It’s become completely normal to find a romantic partner through a bit of swiping on your phone. But could the same be about to happen for parenting? “Elective co-parenting” involves two or more people choosing to have and raise a child together outside of a romantic relationship. And if this becomes […]

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