Dutch chipmaker Nexperia hacked by cyber criminals
By Bart Meijer and Toby Sterling AMSTERDAM (Reuters) – Dutch-headquartered chipmaker Nexperia was victim of a hacking attack by cyber criminals last month, the Chinese-owned company said on Friday, and…
Why Italy is an easy target for cyber criminals
Small countries on the world map are big targets for cybercriminals. This is the strange case of Italy, which in 2023 confirmed itself as the European country most affected by…
Cybercriminals’ crypto platform ChipMixer seized in international operation
By Sudip Kar-Gupta and Raphael Satter BRUSSELS (Reuters) – International authorities have cracked down on the cryptocurrency platform ChipMixer, alleging it helped obscure the digital money trail for online drug…
The growing threat of Cybercriminals targeting VPN: What you need to know
In recent years, the online world has become increasingly vulnerable to cybercriminals. As VPN (Virtual Private Networks) continue to grow, so does the risk of cyberattacks. Unsurprisingly, VPNs have become…
Ermes is an easy, secure and affordable solution to block cybercriminals
Protecting digital data means avoiding security system vulnerabilities and playing in advance to prevent possible attacks. This is the approach shared by Ermes – Intelligent Web Protection, an Italian company born…
Cybersecurity in healthcare, key trends to monitor
Cybersecurity in healthcare: As revealed by the latest industry reports, in 2023, the healthcare sector was the fourth most affected by successful cyber-attacks after Manufacturing, Professional/Scientific/Technical, and ICT. It accounted…
Cybersecurity awareness month – a call to action for a digital world in peril
Every October, we mark Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating individuals and businesses about the importance of protecting themselves online. In an age where digital experiences increasingly shape…
Behind the arrest of Telegram boss, a small Paris cybercrime unit with big ambitions
By Gabriel Stargardter PARIS (Reuters) – The investigation into Telegram boss Pavel Durov that has fired a warning shot to global tech titans was started by a small cybercrime unit…
Essential cybersecurity tools for your PC in 2024
Essential cybersecurity tools: As we enter the second half of 2024, it becomes increasingly evident that security is a part of our lives. From viruses masquerading as the most innocent…
Cyber threats on the Paris 2024 Olympics
With just over two months to go until the start of the Olympics 2024 in Paris, many questions surround Paris and the organisation of the world’s most important and popular sporting…