Cybersecurity

Computer security, cybersecurity or information technology security is the protection of computer systems from the theft of or damage to their hardware, software, or electronic data, as well as from the disruption or misdirection of the services they provide.

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US Government Urges Global Effort to Combat Ransomware Attacks
US Government Urges Global Effort to Combat Ransomware Attacks
October 16, 2023  |  Cybersecurity

The U.S. government is taking a stand against the growing threat of ransomware attacks by urging other countries to commit to not making ransom payments...

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Internet Companies Successfully Defend Against Largest-Ever Denial-of-Service Attack
Internet Companies Successfully Defend Against Largest-Ever Denial-of-Service Attack
October 11, 2023  |  Cybersecurity

Internet companies Google, Amazon and Cloudflare have successfully defended against the largest-known denial-of-service attack on the internet, raising concerns about a new technique that could potentially cause widespread disruption....

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EU and Japan Take Similar Views on Artificial Intelligence
EU and Japan Take Similar Views on Artificial Intelligence
October 09, 2023  |  artificial intelligence

When it comes to artificial intelligence (AI), Europe and Japan are reportedly of like minds. “I see a lot of convergence in how we look...

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Crypto Wallet Manufacturer Ledger Lays Off 12% of Staff 
Crypto Wallet Manufacturer Ledger Lays Off 12% of Staff 
October 05, 2023  |  Cryptocurrency

Ledger, a French firm building hardware and software for securing crypto assets, is laying off 12% of its staff.  “Macroeconomic headwinds are limiting our ability...

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Amex Adds Biometrics to SafeKey Authentication Tool
Amex Adds Biometrics to SafeKey Authentication Tool
October 05, 2023  |  Biometrics

American Express said it is adding facial and fingerprint recognition to its SafeKey authentication tool. The upgrade, announced Thursday (Oct. 5) is designed to prevent...

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Report: Hacker Group Scattered Spider Behind Clorox Cybersecurity Breach
Report: Hacker Group Scattered Spider Behind Clorox Cybersecurity Breach
October 04, 2023  |  Cybersecurity

In recent months, a group of hackers known as “Scattered Spider” has been making headlines for their involvement in major cyberattacks. This group, known for...

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Banks Need to Be on the Cutting Edge of AI’s Double-Edged Fraud Sword
Banks Need to Be on the Cutting Edge of AI’s Double-Edged Fraud Sword
October 04, 2023  |  Artificial Intelligence

The greatest innovations are those that democratize access to new skills and empower populations. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) promises to be one of those innovations....

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Visa Teams With Expel to Tackle $10.5 Trillion Cybercrime Threat
Visa Teams With Expel to Tackle $10.5 Trillion Cybercrime Threat
October 02, 2023  |  Security & Fraud

Visa has teamed with security firm Expel to help customers guard themselves against cybercrime. The partnership, announced Monday (Oct. 2), is aimed at helping businesses address the rising...

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Ripple Pulls Out of Fortress Trust Acquisition
Ripple Pulls Out of Fortress Trust Acquisition
September 29, 2023  |  Acquisitions

Cryptocurrency company Ripple is not moving ahead with its previously announced plans to acquire custodian Fortress Trust. “A few weeks ago, we signed a letter of...

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