Category Archives: Security

13Sep/25

Security delivered for working people as UK-US ties strengthened with new Google Cloud partnership for classified information sharing

September 13, 2025Security.google, Computer security, Cyber, Defence Intelligence, James Hockenhull, John Healey, Malware, Military communications of the United Kingdom, Military of the United Kingdom, Ministry of Defence, Tara Brady, United Kingdom, United Statesadmin

From:
Ministry of Defence and The Rt Hon John Healey MP
Published
12 September 2025

UK – US defence and security ties enhanced through major deal with Google Cloud – delivering the Government’s Plan for Change.
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30Apr/25

OpenSSF Launches Free Course to Prepare Developers for the EU Cyber Resilience Act

April 30, 2025SecurityComputer law, Computer security, CRA, Cyber resilience, Cyber Resilience Act, Cyber-security regulation, Cyberwarfare, IT infrastructure, Linux Foundation, Malware, Open sourceadmin

The Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF), in collaboration with LF Education, announces the general availability of LFEL1001, a free online course designed to help software developers understand and prepare for the requirements of the European Union (EU) Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). Continue reading

24Jan/25

Opengrep: Security Rivals Unite Against Semgrep’s Clampdown

January 24, 2025SecurityAcademic publishing, Ali Mesdaq, Aviram Shmueli, Business models, Eitan Worcel, Free culture movement, Israel, Nir Valtman, Open access, Open source, Open-source license, Open-source software, Open-source software movement, Pavel Furman, RhodeCode, Scholarly communication, Semgrep, Software licensing, Varun Badhwar, Yoav Alonadmin

Jan. 24, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Ten competing cybersecurity firms have collaboratively launched Opengrep, an open-source alternative to Semgrep, following Semgrep’s decision to restrict its open-source features. This move aims to preserve open access to code security analysis tools and prevent the commercialisation of crucial features. Continue reading →

23Jan/25

Cybersecurity Priorities 2025

January 23, 2025SecurityAI in Program Management for Cybersecurity Projects, Artificial intelligence, Computer law, Computer security, Cybercrime, Cyberwarfare, Deepfake, Existential risk from artificial general intelligence, Politics and technology, Quantum computing, Regulation of artificial intelligence, The Intersection of AI and Cybersecurity, United Kingdomadmin

Jan. 23, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Info-Tech Research Group’s 2025 Security Priorities report identifies key cybersecurity challenges, including the rise of AI-powered threats and quantum computing. The report, based on extensive research, advises organisations to proactively manage risks by operationalising AI security, strengthening identity management, and building resilient vendor security practices. Continue reading →

08Jan/25

$315 Billion Biometric Digital Identity Market

January 8, 2025SecurityBiometric identification by country, Biometric passport, Biometrics, Computer security, Digital identity, Federated identity, Identification, Identity document, Identity management, Surveillanceadmin

Jan. 7, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The Prism Project’s report on the biometric digital identity market projects a $315 billion revenue opportunity by 2024, driven by increasing adoption across various sectors. Key findings highlight significant growth in biometric and digital identity transactions globally, alongside challenges and opportunities within the industry.
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05Dec/24

DIGYMATEX to Launch Innovative App for Smarter Technology Usage by Kids

December 5, 2024SecurityEducational technologyadmin

The EU-funded DIGYMATEX Project will unveil a new app designed to guide children and teens toward healthier and more balanced technology use. The application will be showcased at the DIGYMATEX concluding conference, Growing Up on Screens, which will take place on December 9, 2024 at the University of Vienna and will be streamed online. Continue reading

17Nov/24

Fraud Week 2024 shines a light on AI-driven deception, Nov. 17 – 23

November 17, 2024SecurityBhutan Centre for Media and Democracy, Embedded, What happened in Gaza Stripadmin

Among the 13,500 people surveyed for SAS’ 2023 Faces of Fraud consumer fraud study, 7 in 10 reported falling victim to fraud at least once. Nearly 40% of the 16-country survey’s respondents reported two or more fraud experiences. To counter rampant AI-fueled scams, data and AI leader SAS again allies with the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) and hundreds of organizations worldwide to promote anti-fraud readiness and education throughout International Fraud Awareness Week, Nov. 17 – 23, 2024. Continue reading

12Oct/24

As an ethical hacker, I can’t believe the risks people routinely take when they access the internet in public

October 12, 2024SecurityAlexander Supertramp, Christopher Patrick Hawkins, Computer security, Creative Commons, Cyberattack, Cybercrime, Cyberwarfare, Evil twin, Internet security, Malware, Phishing, Security breaches, Social engineering, Supply chain attackadmin

Christopher Patrick Hawkins, University of Staffordshire

In the modern world we are all constantly connected, but this comes with risks. As most cybersecurity specialists will tell you, the biggest vulnerability in any system is the user – whether at home or work.

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03Oct/24

One in Four CPS-Enabled Organizations Lost $1M+ from Cyber Attacks in Last Year

October 3, 2024SecurityComputer security, Computer systems, CPS, Cyber–physical system, Cyberwarfare, Data security, Physical security, Security, Security convergenceadmin

Claroty, the cyber-physical systems (CPS) protection company, today released new research illuminating the significant business impacts of cyber attacks affecting CPS environments. The report, “The Global State of CPS Security 2024: Business Impact of Disruptions,” is based on a global independent survey of 1,100 infosecurity, OT engineering, clinical & biomedical engineering, and facilities management & plant operations professionals about the business impacts of cyber attacks on their organizations in the past 12 months. Continue reading

05Sep/24

B-FY presents its universal solution to Online ID Fraud in Washington DC

September 5, 2024SecurityAmsterdam, Bhutan Centre for Media and Democracy, D.C., Embedded, Kalam-Kalam Langit, United States, Washington, Washington, D.C.admin

Following its successful global debut at Identity Week in Amsterdam last June, the Spanish technology company B-FY is set to introduce its groundbreaking Authentication-as-a-Service (AaaS) tool to the U.S. market. This launch will take place at the Identity Week event at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., on September 11 and 12. Continue reading