Quantum Computing Threat: Congress Tackles Cryptography’s Future
The race is on! As quantum computing looms on the horizon, the potential to break current encryption methods is a very real threat. This critical issue took center stage at…
Australia’s Universities: Potential Backdoors for Bypassing US Semiconductor Sanctions?
A recently released Freedom of Information (FOI) document from Australia’s Department of Home Affairs has shone a light on a concerning trend: the potential exploitation of Australian universities by foreign…
Canadian Minister Expresses Concerns Over BC Ferries’ Deal with Chinese Shipyard
Canada’s Transport Minister, Chrystia Freeland, has voiced her dismay over BC Ferries’ decision to contract a Chinese state-owned shipyard, China Merchants Industry Weihai Shipyards, for the construction of four new…
Aflac Battles Cybersecurity Intrusion: Customer Data Potentially Compromised
Aflac Incorporated, a Fortune 500 insurance giant, recently disclosed a cybersecurity incident affecting its network. While the company assures customers that the breach has been contained and its operations remain…
Czech President: China and Russia Pose Equal Cyber Threats
Czech President Petr Pavel recently issued a stark warning, declaring that China and Russia present an equally significant cyber threat to his nation. In an interview with the Financial Times…
23andMe Hit with £2.3 Million Fine for Major Security Breach
Genetic testing giant 23andMe is facing a hefty £2.31 million fine from the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). The penalty follows a 2023 cyberattack that compromised the sensitive data of…
23andMe Hit with $4M+ Fine After Massive Data Breach
Genealogy giant 23andMe is facing a hefty penalty following a significant data breach in 2023. A joint investigation by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) and the…
WestJet Battles Cybersecurity Incident: Flights Safe, App Down
WestJet Airlines has confirmed a cybersecurity incident impacting access to some of its servers and software systems. While the airline assures passengers that its operations remain unaffected and are running…