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Hybrid warfare has altered the security landscape: cybersecurity experts
The blurring of lines between the different modes of warfare and weaponisation of non-military means undermine the foundation of the state is one of the most significant security challenges today, experts said.0 6681
Consortium created to protect fintech innovations
A consortium focused on improving cybersecurity of fintech companies has been created by the World Economic Forum.
Cyber insurance is not a replacement for investing in security: experts
Cybersecurity insurance should be considered the “last line of defence” and not a replacement for investment in security tools, said experts at a panel discussion this morning.
Technology “vital” for UAE law enforcement, says Dubai security chief
Ex-Dubai Police chief, HE Dhahi Khalfan Tamim – who is now deputy chairman of police and public security in Dubai, was present at the exhibition, and told Tahawul Tech how vital technology is for transforming law enforcement across the globe.
Prominent tech conference under fire for lack of diversity
Cybersecurity professionals from companies including Facebook and Alphabet have created a small security event to rival Dell’s RSA Conference after criticising the major industry gathering for scheduling just one female keynote speaker this year.
DarkMatter names new CEO
DarkMatter has appointed Karim Sabbagh as its new chief executive officer, effective April 2018.
Botnets shift focus to credential abuse: report
The State of the Internet/Security Report released by Akamai Technologies that analysed more than 7.3 trillion bot requests per month, found a sharp increase in the threat of credential abuse, with more than 40 percent of login attempts being malicious.
Russian spies may have hacked Germany’s government systems
Germany are reportedly investigating a security breach into the country’s government computer network.
Amazon bolsters smart home security offerings with latest acquisition
Amazon has reportedly agreed to buy Ring, maker of security cameras and Internet-connected doorbells.
Microsoft fights for cross-border data protection in US high court
The US Supreme Court is set to hear on Tuesday a case that could have far-reaching implications for law enforcement access to digital data overseas.