Key stakeholders from government and the private sector have converged in Abuja and Lagos at the Nigeria Cybersecurity Stakeholder Roundtable organised with support from the UK’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT) to discuss practical steps to address the country’s cybersecurity challenges.
NDSU hosted the 2024 Cyber Madness Tournament Finals, where middle schoolers tackled cybersecurity challenges, with scholarships awarded to the top teams.
Palo Alto Networks beat Wall Street expectations for first-quarter revenue and profit on Wednesday, owing to healthy spending for its cybersecurity services amid a rise in digital threats.However, shares of the Santa Clara,
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand visited Binghamton University on Monday, highlighting a Department of Defense scholarship program, which offers college tuition to students who join the country’s cybersecurity workforce.
This is how health care organizations are addressing compliance pressures, cybersecurity threats, and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) amid resource constraints and evolving regulations.
“I thought swimming with dolphins was expensive until I went swimming with sharks. It cost me an arm and a leg.” Through the wonders of modern air travel, I find myself in St. Louis for the MBA of St. Louis event. Here in St. Louis, lending costs, rates, and regulations are on the minds of lenders, as well as where Freddie and Fannie are going and how. “Rob, although the funding mechanism is in place, couldn’t the U.S. Government cut off funding for the CFPB, therefore leading to it scaling back because it doesn’t have the money? And if that happens, won’t the states ramp things up?” Yup. “Rob, what’s the deal with rates? Wasn’t a campaign promise lower rates?” Slightly hot consumer and producer inflation data, along with a comment from Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell on Thursday that suggested the Federal Reserve would not be "in a hurry to lower rates" weighed on markets. With longer-term Treasury yields holding high and a December cut on shaky ground, mortgage rates are prone to staying elevated… not good heading into the winter. (Today’s podcast can be found here and this week’s is sponsored by PHH Mortgage. If you are looking for a Correspondent Lending partner or an experienced, award-winning subservicer who can manage your forward and reverse, residential and commercial, and performing and non-performing loans look no further than PHH. Hear an interview with Diverse Mortgage Services' Chuck and CJ Sanders on how the mortgage industry can become less pale, male, and stale, and the benefits associated with that.)
Review 5 cybersecurity regulations that are shaking things up in 2025. Get a complete picture of the upcoming cybersecurity landscape and start preparing today.
Senegal, like many African countries, is fully embracing the tech revolution. The nation is ramping up investments in the digital sector and forging strategic partnerships, but it faces challenges in a key area.
NEJM Catalyst Insights Council members expect that cyberattacks will become more difficult to protect against over the next few years and that health care organizations will be at greater risk.
ROSE BARRACKS, Germany – A group of 15 Vilseck High School students gathered to learn about the importance of cybersecurity in their daily lives, Nov. 6...
The KSA capital of Riyadh is set to host Black Hat MEA, the world’s fastest-growing cybersecurity event, from November 26-28 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Centre in Malham. Now in its third year,
The town of Enfield said Bank of America was successful in freezing approximately $450,000 that it lost in a cybersecurity incident.Earlier this month, the town said $742,297.23 was sent to an unauthorized account after a town employee responded to a fake request about the town's bank account.
According to a statement from district superintendent Tim Truesdale, "District 201 is currently experiencing a computer network disruption that has impacted our ability to access certain systems," but Paul Keener — a cyber security expert — thinks hackers could be the source of the problem. "There are a number of ways something like this could happen," Keener said. "They tend to be resolved fairly quickly because there’s backups and you can restore from a known, good back up. It’s when you don’t trust the backup things start to get delayed — that tends to indicate more of a malware type of infection." WGN's Dana Rebik reports on the story.
California’s education budget is on track to offer one-time funding that schools could use to bolster cybersecurity. At the same time, new state laws are granting schools more autonomy in regulation of technology.
Palo Alto Networks (PANW) is set to announce Q1 earnings with analysts expecting positive growth driven by strong subscription revenue and product adoption.
The financial sector is one of the most targeted industries for cyberattacks, primarily due to the value of its digital assets. With the rise of online banking, cryptocurrency, and electronic transactions, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more critical. Hackers constantly transform their methods, which means financial institutions must remain vigilant.
The department hasn’t implemented some policies recommended by the watchdog, which could pose a risk to cybersecurity in the sector as attacks increase, according to the Government Accountability Office.
Attack surface management capabilities drive adoption by small and medium businesses (SMBs) through Managed Service Providers (MSPs) DALLAS, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704;
Accenture (NYSE:ACN) today announced new services and capabilities designed to reinvent business and cyber resilience through the power of gen AI, deepfake protection and quantum-safe data security solutions to help clients across industries become cyber-resilient organizations.
Aphorisms in cybersecurity. Clever, self-effacing, and purposeful survival mechanisms that simultaneously teach reality truths in possibly the most stressful occupation outside of the military.
ProSight Financial Association’s RMA Chief Risk Officer Outlook Survey revealed a financial services risk management environment that has been affected by the 2023 regional bank crisis as critical risks that preceded the crisis such as cyber,
With increasing cyber threats, the widespread availability and popularity of cybersecurity have also been on the rise. To capitalize on this trend, investors could consider buying fundamentally stable cybersecurity stocks,
New Delhi [India], November 19: Siyano Labs Pvt Ltd., an emerging cybersecurity company established in 2024, has announced the launch of SiyanoAV, a powerful antivirus solution that aims to redefine digital safety standards in India. In an era marked by increasing cyber threats and privacy risks, SiyanoAV provides an innovative approach to protecting users from online vulnerabilities, identity theft, and cybercrimes. Designed to address the unique needs of India’s rapidly digitizing landscape, SiyanoAV combines advanced encryption, real-time scanning, and dark web monitoring to provide a multi-layered defense against digital threats.
OLYMPIA, Wash — Washington’s Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) systems are back online after 17 days of being shut down due to a cybersecurity threat. State officials announced systems were back online at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 17th.
OLYMPIA, Wash — Washington’s Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) systems are back online after 17 days of being shut down due to a cybersecurity threat. State officials announced systems were back online at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 17th.
Washington's Administrative Office of the Courts systems are back online after a cybersecurity threat stalled multiple state agencies for over two weeks.
Yondu Chief Information Security Officer Dennis Sanchez leads a Security Operations Center (SOC) immersion with Globe Business, where industry partners gained an in-depth understanding of SOC
Financial services businesses cannot afford to let unauthorized software, vulnerable endpoints, mergers and acquisitions, and unmonitored security controls put them at risk.
Michael Waldner, of Madison, will lead the effort to establish the state’s local government cybersecurity grant program, Dakota State University announced in a news release Monday. The Municipal Cybersecurity Grant Program, under the Attorney General’s Office and in partnership with the university, aims to strengthen cybersecurity infrastructure for South Dakota local governments. Even though the […]
HANNAFORD REPRESENTATIVES CALLED THIS A CYBERSECURITY ISSUE, SAYING THEY REPORTED IT TO LAW ENFORCEMENT. BEYOND THAT, THEY PROVIDED LITTLE EXPLANATION OR UPDATES. THE STATE ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OFFICE TELLS US HANFORD’S PARENT COMPANY HAS NOT INFORMED ...
Nearly four out of five investors said boards should demonstrate expertise in climate, cybersecurity and other risks by detailing their work to limit such hazards, EY said.
Fortinet, Inc. (NASDAQ:FTNT) provides cybersecurity and convergence of networking and security solutions worldwide. The Fortinet SecOps platform offers the broadest range of sensors that utilize AI and other advanced analytics to continuously assess ...
Hannaford’s website and to-go ordering system are working again after a cybersecurity issue downed them nearly two weeks ago. Customers had been reporting problems as early as Nov. 6, also noting caused issues with pharmacy orders and credit card use.
Jen Easterly will vacate her post as Director of CISA before Trump comes into office The future of CISA is uncertain under Trump, who has criticized the department in the past There's no news yet on Easterly's successor The Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA),
Michael Waldner, of Madison, will lead the effort to establish the state’s local government cybersecurity grant program, Dakota State University announced in a news release Monday. The Municipal Cybersecurity Grant Program, under the Attorney General’s ...
An Elon Musk-led initiative that aims to cut $2 trillion from the federal budget could hollow out US agencies' cybersecurity efforts, but experts say it won't be quick or easy.
Experts warn that a well-intentioned United Nations Cybercrime Treaty could backfire, criminalizing security experts and opening doors for privacy abuses.
As cybersecurity threats rise across Southeast Asia, new ASEAN initiatives target scam prevention, infrastructure security, and economic and social stability.
Datadog is more than a cybersecurity company. Its unified platform provides cloud-based monitoring along with a suite of other options. It has emerged as a go-to source for small and medium-sized businesses shifting to the cloud for simple, scalable solutions that provide utility and value.
The transition from cost center to value driver is a necessity in the modern business environment. As we look to the future, let’s prioritize cybersecurity as an essential element of our strategic vision—one that empowers us to thrive in an increasingly complex digital world.
AV-Comparatives, an independent cybersecurity testing organization, has released its 2024 Advanced Threat Protection Test results, highlighting the effectiveness of various enterprise security solutions against advanced cyber threats.
The increasing digitization of society has heightened vulnerability to cybercrime, underscoring the importance of cybersecurity. Emerging threats such as social engineering, ransomware, and zero-day exploits highlight the need for advanced security measures.
SALEM — Salem State University recently unveiled the Cyber Range, a new cybersecurity training lab that will prepare students to prevent and respond to a variety of cyberattacks using real-world
A cybersecurity expert says to avoid saving credit card information into browsers, check the legitimacy of shopping websites, pay attention to the senders of emails and always confirm an online request for money.
Hannaford’s website and app were restored Sunday after being offline for weeks due to a cybersecurity issue.The outage, which began earlier this month, prevented customers from accessing online services,
Hannaford's website and app were back online Sunday following a cybersecurity issue. It had been down since earlier this month and customers could not access online order services or the app.
What changes will President-elect Donald J. Trump implement in his second term regarding homeland security, technology, cybersecurity and more? Let’s explore.
The University of Montana and the Missoula College are offering certificates and degrees in cybersecurity to keep up with growing demand.The colleges offer cert
Free college – including tuition, books, room and board – is available for cybersecurity students willing to work for the Department of Defense after graduation
Stop & Shop’s owner, Dutch grocery giant Ahold Delhaize, has been tight-lipped since announcing the issue Nov. 8. Some CT stores are short on some foods.
WINTERVILLE — For the second straight year, Pitt Community College has been awarded a federal grant to bolster the cyber resilience of its computer infrastructure.
Patients need a safe, effective operational hospital that can ensure access to their data, says Lee Kim, senior principal for cybersecurity and privacy at HIMSS.
Cybersecurity spending will likely continue to take over the IT budget in the coming year as threats become more sophisticated, according to a Nov. 13 report from Moody's. "The increasing digitization of the sector means the risk-mitigation strategies will ...
During the California Privacy Protection Agency’s (CPPA) meeting on November 8, 2024, it voted to proceed with formal rulemaking regarding artificial...
by Gary S. Miliefsky, CISSP, fmDHS As the publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, I have a great honor and pleasure to meet with many of the market leaders and innovators in the space. Here’s what
What is the National Security Memorandum? The National Security Memorandum (NSM) which came into effect in April 2024, is the government’s most up-to-date framework on cybersecurity. It replaces the Presidential Policy Directive (PPD) that was launched in February 2013. The key directives of the NSM are:
Discover the five recommendations for HHS to improve healthcare cybersecurity, as outlined by the U.S. Government Accountability Office in its latest report.
As Paris prepares to host the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, athletes from around the world converge to represent their country. But beyond the cheers and medals lies a digital underworld. The cyber threat landscape during
Diana M. Eng and Susan Kuruvilla of Blank Rome LLP discuss Guidance issued by the New York State Department of Financial Services for entities, including financial services companies, regarding cybersecurity risks arising from artificial intelligence.
Renee Dudley, with research by Doris Burke ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. In the summer of 2021,
Here’s how to address ROI concerns effectively while driving home the benefits that zero trust can bring to your security program and broader business objectives.
Rhode Island voters recently approved $73 million in borrowing to enhance the Institute for Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies at Rhode Island College. The 60% vote in favor of Question 2 underscores public confidence in the idea that education can help improve the local economy.
The senator said that some ways CISA could be reorganized are by having more hearings over its alleged meetings with social media companies during the 2024 election cycle.
