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Ex-Google Exec Charged With AI Trade Secret Theft

Data Breach Today

Ding Accused of Stealing Data on 'Brain' of Google's Supercomputing Data Centers Federal authorities have accused a Chinese national who worked as a CTO in a Google supercomputer data center of stealing the company's proprietary artificial intelligence secrets and sharing them with Chinese companies, according to an indictment unsealed on Wednesday.

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Snake, a new Info Stealer spreads through Facebook messages

Security Affairs

Threat actors are using Facebook messages to spread a Python-based information stealer dubbed Snake, researchers warn. Cybereason researchers warn that threat actors are utilizing Facebook messages to spread the Snake malware, a Python-based information stealer. The researchers noticed that the threat actors are maintaining three different Python Infostealer variants.

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Cryptohack Roundup: Binance Layoffs

Data Breach Today

Also: 2023 Crypto Crime Stats, Multichain's Potential Liquidation This week, Binance laid off two-thirds of its staff and said it is exiting Nigeria, Chainalysis released 2023 crime statistics, Fantom said it will seek Multichain's liquidation, hackers stole millions from the WOOFi and Seneca crypto platforms, and Hong Kong blocked six fake websites.

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2023 FBI Internet Crime Report reported cybercrime losses reached $12.5 billion in 2023

Security Affairs

The FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) 2023 report states that reported cybercrime losses reached $12.5 billion in 2023. The 2023 Internet Crime Report published the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) reveals that reported cybercrime losses reached $12.5 billion in 2023. The figure marks a 22% surge in reported losses compared to 2022.

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Get Better Network Graphs & Save Analysts Time

Many organizations today are unlocking the power of their data by using graph databases to feed downstream analytics, enahance visualizations, and more. Yet, when different graph nodes represent the same entity, graphs get messy. Watch this essential video with Senzing CEO Jeff Jonas on how adding entity resolution to a graph database condenses network graphs to improve analytics and save your analysts time.

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Biden Calls for Ban of AI Voice Impersonations During SOTU

Data Breach Today

US President Urges Congress to Harness AI While Protecting ‘From its Peril’ U.S. President Joe Biden used part of his highly-anticipated State of the Union address on Thursday night to call on lawmakers to pass bipartisan privacy legislation, and to harness the powers of artificial intelligence while protecting the nation "from its peril.

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Embedded PLC Web Servers a Vector to New Class of OT Malware

Data Breach Today

Web PLC Malware Holds Potential for Catastrophic Incidents Fusty and fussy operational technology devices are probably the farthest things away from a web server. Except - not anymore. But web servers embedded into industrial firmware are also a potential bonanza for hackers, say researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology.

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National intelligence agency of Moldova warns of Russia attacks ahead of the presidential election

Security Affairs

The national intelligence agency of Moldova warns of hybrid attacks from Russia ahead of the upcoming elections. The Moldovan national intelligence agency warns of hybrid attacks from Russia ahead of the upcoming elections. 2024 is a crucial year for Moldova; like more than 70 other countries worldwide, it will go to the polls, and the outcome will also determine the request to join the European Union.

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EHRs Back at Kids' Hospital But Patient Portal Still Offline

Data Breach Today

Also: Ransomware Group Rhysida Says It Sold Data Stolen in the Attack A Chicago children's hospital has finally restored access to its electronic health records systems following a cyberattack detected in late January. But the pediatrics hospital is still working to bring its MyChart patient portal and various other systems back online.

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The diversity dividend: How inclusive businesses gain competitive advantage

IBM Big Data Hub

Companies with diverse workforces are better positioned to deliver truly customer-centric experiences to all consumers. For example, when building technology, it is important that employees are aware of the cultural connotations of color schemes, symbols, and graphics. Red signifies good fortune in Chinese culture but can denote danger or caution in Western cultures.

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Peak Performance: Continuous Testing & Evaluation of LLM-Based Applications

Speaker: Aarushi Kansal, AI Leader & Author and Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO at Aggregage

Software leaders who are building applications based on Large Language Models (LLMs) often find it a challenge to achieve reliability. It’s no surprise given the non-deterministic nature of LLMs. To effectively create reliable LLM-based (often with RAG) applications, extensive testing and evaluation processes are crucial. This often ends up involving meticulous adjustments to prompts.

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CISA Launches New Efforts to Secure Open-Source Ecosystem

Data Breach Today

US Cyber Agency Aiming to Promote Information Sharing with Open Source Community The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency hopes to expand voluntary information sharing between the federal government and open-source software operators with a series of actions the agency announced following a two-day open-source security summit held at its Virginia headquarters.

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AI and Ransomware Top the List of Mid-Market IT Cyber Threats

KnowBe4

A recent report reveals a significant discrepancy in the priorities of mid-market IT departments when it comes to addressing cyber threats. It's somewhat ironic that IT professionals find themselves entangled in a logical paradox when responding to surveys, as demonstrated by Node4’s Mid-Market IT Priorities Report 2024. This report sheds light on the fact that two of the top three cyber threats concerning mid-market IT departments are AI-based threats and ransomware, with insider threats rankin

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Empowering Minority Voters to Fight Election Misinformation

Data Breach Today

Activists Discuss Role of Technology, Strategies for Informed Voter Participation Election campaigners Michael Blake and Cynthia Wallace discuss the need for accurate information and community involvement to protect electoral integrity and empower underrepresented voters. Strategies for countering misinformation range from sourcing internet posts to hosting barbershop meetings.

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European Diplomats Targeted With Phony Invitations to a Wine-Tasting Party

KnowBe4

Researchers at Zscaler observed a cyberespionage campaign that targeted European diplomats with malicious PDFs disguised as invitations to a wine-tasting party hosted by the Ambassador of India.

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How and Why Should You Be Tracking Geopolitical Risk?

Geopolitical risk is now at the top of the agenda for CEOs. But tracking it can be difficult. The world is more interconnected than ever, whether in terms of economics and supply chains or technology and communication. Geopolitically, however, it is becoming increasingly fragmented – threatening the operations, financial well-being, and security of globally connected companies.

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Ransomware Attacks on Critical Infrastructure Are Surging

Data Breach Today

FBI Says It Received Most Attack Reports From Healthcare, Critical Manufacturing Cybercrime reports submitted by victims to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center surged last year, and the total reported losses exceeded $12.5 billion. Investment fraud and business email compromise losses dominated, and ransomware attacks spared almost no critical infrastructure sector.

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Customer Spotlight: MESA’s Strategy for Building Strong Security Culture and Email Defense

KnowBe4

In a world where digital threats grow more sophisticated by the day, gaining firsthand knowledge from those who have successfully bolstered their organization's defenses is invaluable.

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Is your information AI ready?

OpenText Information Management

The promise of AI is intoxicating, with opportunities to transform productivity throughout the enterprise. For many companies, it feels like a race, pushing to tap into all AI has to offer as quickly as possible. But it’s important to remember the saying, “Don’t run before you can walk,” as it, in fact, pays to move … The post Is your information AI ready?

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FTC Proposes Significant and Sweeping Changes to COPPA and Requests Public Comment

Data Matters

On January 11, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) published its Notice of Proposed Rule Making (“NPRM”) seeking to update the FTC’s Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (“COPPA”) Rule in the Federal Register. Among other things, the proposed changes would require more granular privacy notices, require fairly detailed identification of, and parental consent to, third-party data sharing (including targeted advertising), expand the scope of personal information subject to COPPA, make i

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7 Pitfalls for Apache Cassandra in Production

Apache Cassandra is an open-source distributed database that boasts an architecture that delivers high scalability, near 100% availability, and powerful read-and-write performance required for many data-heavy use cases. However, many developers and administrators who are new to this NoSQL database often encounter several challenges that can impact its performance.

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Making Waves: Empowering Women in Cybersecurity

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Making Waves: Empowering Women in Cybersecurity madhav Fri, 03/08/2024 - 05:01 As International Women’s Day approaches, it’s a perfect moment to reflect on the pivotal role of diversity in technology, especially as this year’s theme is #InspireInclusion. In this fast-paced sector, diversity is a catalyst for innovation. When teams are made up of individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, they bring a wealth of ideas and insights to the table.

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Experience the thrill of Formula E at the Jaguar TCS Racing Virtual Garage Tour

OpenText Information Management

Hey, racing fans! Do you love fast cars, cutting-edge technology, and exclusive behind-the-scenes access? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you won’t want to miss the Jaguar TCS Racing virtual garage tour! We invite you to come and experience the thrill of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship like never … The post Experience the thrill of Formula E at the Jaguar TCS Racing Virtual Garage Tour appeared first on OpenText Blogs.

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Executive Order on access to Americans’ bulk sensitive data – Part 1

Data Protection Report

On February 28, 2024, the White House issued an Executive Order on Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern. The 17-page Executive Order pointed out that “countries of concern” could use bulk sensitive data in a variety of ways that could adversely affect U.S. national security, including: “Countries of concern can rely on advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), to analyze and manipulate bulk se

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Corporate treasuries are going digital with bank solutions 

OpenText Information Management

This is the third of our four-part series on modernizing treasury departments. In the first installment we discussed how to automate basic treasury functions and in the second we looked into the true cost of manual treasury processes and outdated data. Modernization is at the top of the list for many corporate treasury departments. This … The post Corporate treasuries are going digital with bank solutions appeared first on OpenText Blogs.

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Reimagined: Building Products with Generative AI

“Reimagined: Building Products with Generative AI” is an extensive guide for integrating generative AI into product strategy and careers featuring over 150 real-world examples, 30 case studies, and 20+ frameworks, and endorsed by over 20 leading AI and product executives, inventors, entrepreneurs, and researchers.

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Executive Order on access to Americans’ bulk sensitive data and Attorney General proposed regulations – Part 2

Data Protection Report

Approximately at the same time as the Executive Order that we described in Part 1 was issued, the Attorney General (AG) unofficially released 90 pages of Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM), which will become official once published in the Federal Register. The AG has proposed several regulations, and has solicited public comments on over 100 questions.

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February 2024: E-Invoicing & VAT compliance update

OpenText Information Management

Welcome to the February 2024 edition of our e-Invoicing & VAT compliance newsletter. This newsletter contains the most recent collection of updates to our real-time country updates blogs. If you wish to keep abreast of the latest news from the OpenText Blogs page, navigate to “News & Events” and select e-Invoicing. This issue, our Hot … The post February 2024: E-Invoicing & VAT compliance update appeared first on OpenText Blogs.

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National Slam the Scam Day March 7, 2024

IG Guru

Help Us Slam the Scam National Slam the Scam Day March 7, 2024 On National Slam the Scam Day and throughout the year, we give you the tools to recognize Social Security-related scams and stop scammers from stealing your money and personal information. Help protect your loved ones and people in your community this Slam […] The post National Slam the Scam Day March 7, 2024 first appeared on IG GURU.

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Jamf Pro provides same-day support for Apple Vision Pro management

Jamf

Jamf offers same-day support for Vision Pro device management, released in visionOS 1.1. Read this blog to learn more!

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How to Migrate From DataStax Enterprise to Instaclustr Managed Apache Cassandra

If you’re considering migrating from DataStax Enterprise (DSE) to open source Apache Cassandra®, our comprehensive guide is tailored for architects, engineers, and IT directors. Whether you’re motivated by cost savings, avoiding vendor lock-in, or embracing the vibrant open-source community, Apache Cassandra offers robust value. Transition seamlessly to Instaclustr Managed Cassandra with our expert insights, ensuring zero downtime during migration.

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WEU, EEU TONER SINGLE-FUNCTION PRINTER MARKETS IN 2023

Info Source

1. THE WESTERN EUROPEAN MARKET 1.1 MARKET STATS The total Western European single-function toner/laser page printer (SFP) market decreased by 15% in FY 2023 compared to FY 2022. The main reason for the long-term receding demand was the continuing preference for multifunctional toner/laser MFP and inkjet devices. These trends are expected to continue in the majority of the markets in the region.

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News alert: Badge expands availability of ‘Enroll Once and Authenticate on Any Device’ software

The Last Watchdog

San Francisco, Calif., Mar. 7, 2024 — Badge Inc. , the award-winning privacy company enabling Identity without Secrets™, today launched a new Partner Program and welcomed Identity Data Management and Analytics provider Radiant Logic as its newest partner. Radiant Logic joins Badge’s partner network alongside marquee identity partners, Okta and Ping Identity.

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How Public AI Can Strengthen Democracy

Schneier on Security

With the world’s focus turning to misinformation , manipulation , and outright propaganda ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, we know that democracy has an AI problem. But we’re learning that AI has a democracy problem, too. Both challenges must be addressed for the sake of democratic governance and public protection. Just three Big Tech firms (Microsoft, Google, and Amazon) control about two-thirds of the global market for the cloud computing resources used to train and

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