Smartphone mirroring: how hackers use it to their benefit
With the rising popularity of smartphones, people are increasingly relying on them to access and share personal information. However, this growing dependency also makes us vulnerable to various security threats, such…
Post holiday alert: dodging online scams
The time after the holidays can often lead to a noticeable shift in mood, as the excitement of festive seasons slowly fades away, to leave room to the regular rhythm…
Banning social media for children under 16. The UK thinks about how to do it
The UK is considering whether and how to ban the use of social media by under-16s. The news was reported by Bloomberg, which explained how Rishi Sunak‘s government is reflecting…
Zimperium: interview with Shridhar Mittal, CEO
During my time in Black Hat Europe 2023, I met Shridhar Mittal, the CEO of Zimperium, and we discussed what the company does, what to expect in the future and…
Xygeni releases SSCS 2024 report
Revealing Growing Software Supply Chain Risks and Emerging Trends Xygeni unveiled its in-depth report on the current state of software supply chain security in 2024, offering valuable insights into the…
Meeting Stamus Networks in Black Hat Europe 2023
During my visit to Black Hat Europe 2023, I had the chance to meet Éric Leblond, the co-founder and the Chief Technology Officer and Mark Durrett, the Chief Marketing Officer.…
The top malware scanners they stood out in 2023
As a cybersecurity professional, I cannot stress enough the importance of staying ahead of cyber threats in today’s digital landscape. With the ever-evolving nature of malware, individuals and businesses must…
U.S. wants to contain China’s chip industry. This startup shows it won’t be easy
By John Shiffman and Joshua Schneyer WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Last year, a veteran Silicon Valley software executive took the helm of a startup in his native China, company records show.…
Planet in turmoil: AI as a propaganda tool
Artificial intelligence (AI) may be advancing rapidly and is considered the most discussed technology of our era; however, it is neither innocent nor should it be treated superficially. They say that in…
BlackBerry posts surprise quarterly profit on resilient cybersecurity demand
By Yamini Kalia (Reuters) – Canada’s BlackBerry reported a surprise quarterly profit on Wednesday, backed by a resilient demand for cybersecurity services amid rising online threats. While IT spending has…