Swiss Government Faces Data Breach Play Ransomware Group Targets IT Provider Xplain

In 2023, a significant breach of confidential information affected the Swiss federal government when the Play ransomware gang compromised the IT servi

In 2023, a significant breach of confidential information affected the Swiss federal government when the Play ransomware gang compromised the IT service provider Xplain, exposing login passwords and secret papers. The Federal Administration and Xplain were among the more than 65,000 documents that the National Cyber Security Centre NCSC of Switzerland discovered were available on the darknet. The data breach raised Concerns over cybersecurity procedures, which contained classified material, technical documentation, and personal information. The goal of an ongoing investigation is to evaluate the scope of the compromise and offer suggestions for upcoming security precautions. The Play ransomware organisation, thought to be based in Russia, has been connected to many hacks that have targeted critical infrastructure and businesses worldwide. Read More..

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India Unveils Iris First AI Teacher Robot Revolutionizing Education at Kerala School

The first artificial intelligence AI teaching robot in India, dubbed "Iris," was introduced at Keralas KTCT Higher Secondary School, a significant ste

The first artificial intelligence AI teaching robot in India, dubbed "Iris," was introduced at Keralas KTCT Higher Secondary School, a significant step in revolutionising education. Iris, created under the Atal Tinkering Lab ATL initiative in association with Makerlabs Edutech, provides individualised learning opportunities through an Android app interface and an Intel chipset. With features like a builtin voice assistant and language support, Iris seeks to improve conventional teaching strategies and successfully engage pupils. This creative project demonstrates how artificial intelligence AI has the potential to revolutionise education. This idea is supported by tech titans such as Bill Gates, who anticipate that AI will play a pivotal role in enhancing student experiences and transforming pedagogical approaches. Read More..

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Apples VisionOS 1.1 Update Enhances User Personas and Adds HandsFree Setup

Apples VisionOS 1.1 upgrade, which was launched on Thursday, brings significant improvements to user personas. The update primarily focuses on enhanci

Apples VisionOS 1.1 upgrade, which was launched on Thursday, brings significant improvements to user personas. The update primarily focuses on enhancing appearance aspects such as hair, cosmetics, neck, mouth, and eye depiction for EyeSight. Users may choose the "Handsfree Capture" option under Settings>Persona to configure their personas handsfree. Additionally, the upgrade offers business customers Mobile Device Management MDM, which makes remote wiping, app deployment, and device setup easier. According to Jeremy Butcher, global product marketing manager for corporate products, Apple is committed to supporting enterprise device management, which aligns with this. Furthermore, VisionOS 1.1 offers several userfocused features, including removing system applications, improved Mac Virtual Display connectivity, a more accurate virtual keyboard, and closed caption controls for Apple Immersive video. With over 1,000 native apps on the App Store, VisionOS continues to evolve, offering users Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago    294        Persona to configure their personas handsfree. Additionally, the upgrade offers business customers Mobile Device Management MDM, which makes remote wiping, app deployment, and device setup easier. According to Jeremy Butcher, global product marketing manager for corporate products, Apple is committed to supporting enterprise device management, which aligns with this. Furthermore, VisionOS 1.1 offers several userfocused features, including removing system applications, improved Mac Virtual Display connectivity, a more accurate virtual keyboard, and closed caption controls for Apple Immersive video. With over 1,000 native apps on the App Store, VisionOS continues to evolve, offering users a richer and more seamless experience.','UK English Male');" class="fa" type='button' value='' />

Googles "Bay View" Building Plagued by Persistent WiFi Woes

Employees at Googles muchdiscussed "Bay View" building at its Mountain View headquarters are irritated by recurrent WiFi problems, forcing them to rel

Employees at Googles muchdiscussed "Bay View" building at its Mountain View headquarters are irritated by recurrent WiFi problems, forcing them to rely on ethernet cables or personal hotspots for dependable internet access. Promotional brochures tout the latest features, such as "Googley interiors," yet the glitzy exterior conceals the internal connectivity issues. Despite the companys acknowledgement and efforts to fix the issue, the persistent problems have impeded productivity, especially for teams that depend on internet access for jobs such as artificial intelligence research. Employees struggle with fundamental internet issues in the centre of Silicon Valleys tech district. At the same time, Google rushes to develop AI technologies like Gemini. Read More..

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South Korea Investigates Overseas Shopping Platforms Over Data Practices

In light of a sharp rise in South Koreas use of Chinese ecommerce platforms, the Personal Information Protection Commission in that country is looking

In light of a sharp rise in South Koreas use of Chinese ecommerce platforms, the Personal Information Protection Commission in that country is looking into the data practices of prominent international shopping platforms. In particular, the commission is concentrating on sites like Temu and AliExpress. Concerns about how these sites handle data were raised during a legislative audit last year, which prompted this study. To guarantee compliance with South Korean legislation, the commission assesses how the platforms handle personal information, move data abroad, and implement security measures. Furthermore, South Koreas Fair Trade Commission inspectors were recently dispatched to AliExpresss South Korean headquarters to look into the companys consumer protection policies. The rapid growth of Chinese ecommerce platforms in South Korea has raised questions about their potential impact on established players like Naver Shopping and Coupang. However, local firms advantages in shipping and r Read More..

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Dell Technologies and CrowdStrike Expand Partnership for Enhanced Cybersecurity

The Falcon XDR platform from CrowdStrike and Dell Technologies have joined forces to offer Dells Managed Detection and Response MDR services. This is

The Falcon XDR platform from CrowdStrike and Dell Technologies have joined forces to offer Dells Managed Detection and Response MDR services. This is the result of an extended strategic cooperation between the two companies. Organisations must contend with a cybersecurity skills gap while attempting to fight against more sophisticated assaults. By offering clients a comprehensive managed security solution that lowers complexity and improves security posture across multicloud and multivendor settings, the partnership seeks to solve these issues. Scalable and outcomebased security solutions are provided to customers by Dells worldwide security operations professionals in conjunction with CrowdStrikes proactive threathunting capabilities. By enabling clients to identify, respond to, and recover from events effectively, our alliance seeks to improve security results while cutting costs. Read More..

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OpenAI and Microsoft Tools Flagged for Potential Election Misinformation

A paper published by the Centre for Countering Digital Hate CCDH claims that artificial intelligencepowered image creation tools, such as those from M

A paper published by the Centre for Countering Digital Hate CCDH claims that artificial intelligencepowered image creation tools, such as those from Microsoft and OpenAI, may be abused to produce false images associated with elections or voting. These AI tools were discovered to generate visuals that might support misinformation campaigns despite laws prohibiting misleading content creation. Using ChatGPT Plus and Image Creator, among other AI technologies, CCDH produced images of President Joe Biden in a hospital bed and election workers breaking voting equipment. Some solutions, like Midjourney, performed severely and produced deceptive information in 65% of tests. At the same time, other tools effectively blocked requests for candidate photos. Read More..

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Google Establishes First Cybersecurity Base in Tokyo

As reported by the Nikkei newspaper on Thursday, Google has opened its first cybersecurity hub in Tokyo as part of its efforts to support cybersecurit

As reported by the Nikkei newspaper on Thursday, Google has opened its first cybersecurity hub in Tokyo as part of its efforts to support cybersecurity initiatives in the AsiaPacific area. Computer engineers from different organisations in the region would be able to collaborate and research cyber countermeasures at the facility. With this project, Google is demonstrating its dedication to improving cybersecurity infrastructure and knowledgesharing in the area and tackling the increasing risks posed by cyberspace. Read More..

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