Apr 29, 2025 Today on the news, I learned about the concerning rise of NFC card malware in Russia targeting contactless payments. This sophisticated malware, based on the NFCGate toolkit, has led to over 400 attacks last year, resulting in significant financial losses. The evolving nature of this malware, with
Apr 28, 2025 The news is abuzz with the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, particularly in the realms of education, investment, and ethics. The recent executive order by the Trump administration to enhance AI education for K-12 students is a significant step towards integrating AI into the educational system. Industry
Apr 27, 2025 Recently, a group of young hackers made headlines for stealing a significant amount of cryptocurrency totaling a quarter of a billion dollars. Their lavish spending habits ultimately led to their capture within a month, showcasing the importance of operational security and the risks of flaunting stolen funds
Apr 26, 2025 I recently came across some concerning cybersecurity news that highlighted the increasing threat landscape faced by organizations. Reports from reputable sources like the FBI, Google Cloud, and Verizon revealed a significant rise in vulnerability exploitation, ransomware attacks, and phishing incidents targeting high-end IT networks. These findings emphasize
Apr 25, 2025 Recently, I learned about the concerning rise in cyber-enabled scams by Southeast Asian organized crime groups, engaging in activities like forced labor, money laundering, and operating criminal service marketplaces. These groups generate around USD$30 billion annually, with a major concern being their consolidation into larger criminal organizations
Apr 24, 2025 Today, I came across some alarming reports in the cybersecurity world. One issue that caught my attention was the targeting of Russian military personnel with Android spyware through geo-mapping apps. The fact that attackers are able to collect sensitive data like phone numbers and geolocation information from
Apr 23, 2025 In recent news, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has issued a warning about the rise of cyber scam operations by Asian crime syndicates on a global scale, posing a significant threat to cybersecurity. The departure of key figures from CISA’s Secure by Design initiative
Apr 22, 2025 Recently, news has surfaced about hackers exploiting Zoom’s “Remote Control” feature to install malware and steal cryptocurrency, leading to significant financial losses for victims. This highlights the importance of disabling unnecessary features to prevent such attacks. In addition, Japanese brokerage firms have fallen victim to phishing attacks,
Apr 21, 2025 Recently, there has been a significant focus on the rapid evolution of the AI landscape, with major players like Nvidia and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company leading the way in AI chip production. However, a recent survey has brought to light the fact that many Americans are skeptical
Apr 20, 2025 Today, I heard about some concerning developments in the cybersecurity world. A private prison company, the Geo Group, is using surveillance technology to track immigrants for Trump’s immigration agenda, raising ethical and privacy concerns. The increase in revenue from monitoring immigrants is alarming and requires immediate attention