Category: Technology

Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) has formalized a partnership with IQM Quantum Computers to propel the country’s quantum computing industry. This collaboration, which includes the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), is set to advance the development of quantum hardware, improve algorithms, and enhance quantum machine learning capabilities. The […]

The U.S. Commerce Department has officially finalized funding agreements with three major tech companies—Samsung Electronics, Texas Instruments, and Amkor Technology—under the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022. Announced on December 20, the agreements aim to strengthen domestic semiconductor production, boost job growth, and ensure a reliable supply of advanced chips critical for industries like artificial […]

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 […]

'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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]