The Scottish government will stop using WhatsApp and other informal messaging apps for official communication by next spring. This follows an external review prompted by the UK COVID inquiry and concerns over the deletion of messages and inappropriate use of the platform by officials. The review made 20 recommendations for improvements in corporate governance.
KIOXIA’s CM7 Series NVMe SSDs raise the bar for data security with FIPS 140-3 Level 2 validation, offering enhanced protection and performance for enterprise applications. These PCIe 5.0 drives meet stringent government requirements and provide peace of mind for organizations of all sizes.
Hunter Strategy, a HUBZone-certified small business, has been awarded a significant $631,054.45 contract by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to provide Data Flow Supply Chain Risk Assessment and Target Modeling services for NOAA’s National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS). This 36-month contract underscores Hunter Strategy’s commitment to delivering innovative solutions that address complex challenges in the public sector.
A staggering 5.3 million Mexicans, representing approximately 4% of the country’s population, have been affected by a massive data breach involving a Mexican healthcare company. The breach, discovered by Cybernews, exposed sensitive personal information including names, ID numbers, phone numbers, medical records, and financial details. The breach stemmed from a misconfigured data visualization tool, leaving the database vulnerable. This incident highlights the critical importance of robust cybersecurity practices and the potential consequences of neglecting data security.
Tesla’s planned launch of Full Self-Driving (FSD) in China may face delays as the company awaits regulatory approval and grapples with data security concerns. While Tesla has expressed its commitment to launching FSD in China and Europe, the Chinese government is yet to grant permission for the feature’s introduction. Data security concerns have emerged as a significant barrier, prompting discussions about granting Tesla access to certain non-sensitive video data for system training.
A UN report reveals that Telegram, a popular encrypted messaging app, is being exploited by criminal networks in Southeast Asia for illicit activities like trading hacked data, selling cybercrime tools, and facilitating money laundering. This raises concerns about Telegram’s role in protecting user privacy and its potential for being used to facilitate criminal activities.
Leading figures in the tech industry, including Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, are promoting the concept of ‘sovereign AI’ – the idea that nations should control their own AI technologies and data. This movement is driven by concerns about data security, national interests, and the desire to maintain cultural identity in the face of global AI competition.
After suffering a series of high-profile security breaches, Microsoft has acknowledged its cybersecurity shortcomings and announced a comprehensive plan to strengthen its defenses. The company’s Secure Future Initiative outlines significant changes to governance, employee training, and security measures, demonstrating a renewed commitment to protecting user data and systems.
PNC Financial Services Group has partnered with fintech company Plaid to allow customers to securely share their financial data with third-party apps. This agreement builds upon PNC’s existing use of Akoya’s API platform and aims to improve customer control over their financial information while enhancing data security and privacy.
Adding a password to your Word documents is an easy way to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access. This guide provides clear instructions on how to encrypt your Word files and secure your data.
