German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has issued a warning about hybrid warfare tactics being employed by Russia under the direction of President Vladimir Putin. He emphasized the need for Germany to prepare against threats that include cyberattacks, propaganda, and economic…
Nikki MacLeod, a 77-year-old woman from Edinburgh, was scammed out of £17,000 by fraudsters using deepfake videos to impersonate a woman named Alla Morgan. Initially skeptical, MacLeod was convinced by personalized video messages and continued to send money for supposed…
Singer Daniel O’Donnell has issued a warning to fans about scammers impersonating him on social media to steal money. He clarifies that he will never ask for money and highlights the sophistication of these scams, which falsely promote exclusive offers….
The Federal Audit Office recommends that the Swiss Federal Council establish an oversight committee for the Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sports (VBS) due to the critical state of numerous ICT projects. Despite this, the Federal Council has…
In Sweden, where digital payments dominate, the central bank aims to reintroduce cash in daily transactions due to rising security threats from Russia. With 80% of transactions conducted electronically, many Swedes have become unfamiliar with physical currency. The Riksbank plans…
On December 14, 2024, Michalis Bletsas, the Greek Director of Information Technology at MIT’s Media Lab and head of the National Cybersecurity Authority, will be honored by the AHEPA organization at their annual Thanksgiving Charity Gala Dinner. Bletsas, who is…
The Cyber Crime Division of Greece is investigating a fabricated advertisement featuring a public figure, misleadingly presented as an interview promoting fraudulent investment platforms. The fake ad aims to deceive citizens by promising quick financial gains through supposedly reputable platforms….
U.S. authorities, including the FBI, are warning citizens about the risks of espionage and hacking when texting between Apple and Android devices. Following a recent large-scale cyberattack attributed to China targeting telecommunications companies, officials advise using end-to-end encrypted messaging apps…
The Innovent Forum 2025 returns for its third year on February 14-15, 2025, at the JOIST Innovation Park and online, focusing on cutting-edge technologies and innovations critical for resilience and sustainability in a digital society. Organized by JOIST, the Thessaly…
The US government has attributed a significant cyber attack on several American telecommunications companies to China, impacting dozens of other countries as well. The White House reported that officials in Beijing may have gained access to private messages and calls…
With the Bundestag elections set for February 2025, security authorities are ramping up efforts to protect candidates and the electoral process from misinformation, cyberattacks, and sabotage. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser highlighted the need for candidates to be resilient, as they…
European police forces have successfully disrupted a sophisticated encrypted communication system known as ‘Matrix,’ used by organized crime groups involved in drug trafficking and money laundering. The operation, which resulted in the interception of two million messages and the identification…
