Author: Max Smith

According to Proofpoint, while fears of cyber attacks continue to grow, CISOs are becoming more confident in their ability to defend against these threats, reflecting a larger shift in the cybersecurity landscape. CISO confidence is growing despite fears of cyber attacks 70% of CISOs surveyed believe they are at risk of a significant cyber attack in the next 12 months, up from 68% last year and 48% in 2022. CISOs today are clearly more cautious, but their confidence is growing: only 43% feel unprepared to handle a targeted cyber attack, a significant decrease from 61% last year and 50% in…

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Ahead of the Fourth International Conference on SIDS (SIDS4), to be held in Antigua and Barbuda from May 27 to 30,NumberA new policy brief from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) highlights the urgent need for large-scale investments in climate adaptation in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to break the costly cycle of disasters and recovery. The document also calls for a fairer and more effective global financial system to support climate-vulnerable economies.The problem of “disaster response” cycles, in which countries continue to play fiscal and financial catch-up to recover from new climate change-related crises, is particularly acute in SIDS…

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Cybersecurity solutions distributor Satcom Infotech has entered into a strategic partnership with iboss, a global provider of zero trust edge cloud security. The collaboration aims to reduce costs while improving security and productivity for organizations. According to a statement, the partnership underscores Satcom Infotech's dedication to providing cutting edge cybersecurity solutions that keep up with the constantly evolving threat landscape. Built on the Zero Trust Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) model, the iboss platform provides a fully integrated, cloud-based security solution. It replaces outdated technologies such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), proxy appliances, and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) with an…

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For cybersecurity software vendors, the RSA Conference is the perfect place to see the latest innovations while hands-on testing the value proposition of your solutions. You'll also gain valuable insights to enhance your short- and long-term roadmaps. To help vendors in this analysis process, here are my five key observations from RSAC. Each observation is accompanied by a recommendation that product managers can implement in their roadmaps. Observation 1: The SASE revolution is full speed ahead In 2024, the frenzy of SASE-related Security Services Edge (SSE) and SD-WAN partnerships has been replaced by a new frenzy of acquisitions, mergers and…

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Ohio State golfer Adam Wallin shot a 3-under 69 on Sunday to stay in the lead after three rounds of the NCAA Men's Golf Championship at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, California.Wallin recorded five birdies and three bogeys during his round to take the lead at five under par for the tournament, two strokes ahead of Virginia's Ben James and Stanford's Carl Billips.”It was a really good day,” Wallin said. “I'm not sure exactly how many greens I hit, but I think it was about 16. It was a really good day. I didn't make any…

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Washington DC: Industry Feedback on New Cybersecurity Regulations we The regulations for flagged vessels have been criticised for their level of burden, practicality of implementation and lack of consistency with existing measures. Late February, United States Coast Guard (USCG) The Code of Federal Regulations has issued a proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on cybersecurity for U.S.-flagged vessels. More formally, the Code is described as a measure to “update maritime security regulations by adding rules specifically establishing minimum cybersecurity requirements for U.S.-flagged vessels, high-ocean continental shelf facilities, and U.S. facilities subject to regulation under U.S. law.” “Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002” Once…

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Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.of The Braves announced the injury Sunday night. After undergoing an MRI, he will miss the remainder of the season.The injury occurred in the top of the first inning of Atlanta's 8-1 win as Acuna was leading off the basepaths from second base. He collapsed to the turf in apparent pain and clutched his left foot. He lay on the ground for a while receiving treatment from trainers before eventually limping off the field.Acuña was injured in the top…

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