Tag Archives: SECURITY

ASSA ABLOY to Sell Citizen ID Division to TOPPAN in Strategic Move

(IN BRIEF) ASSA ABLOY has agreed to sell its Citizen ID business, part of HID, to TOPPAN. Citizen ID specializes in providing physical and mobile identity solutions for government programs, employing around 450 people across facilities in Ireland, Malta, and … Read the full press release

German Researchers Advance 6G Technology with Focus on Security, Digital Twins, and Telediagnostics

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and TU Dresden are leading initiatives to develop 6G mobile communication technologies, with commercial availability expected by 2030. These projects focus on key advancements such as digital twins for reliable … Read the full press release

ESET Secures Strategic Leadership in 2024 EPR Report, Excels in Threat Detection and Response

(IN BRIEF) ESET has been recognized as a Strategic Leader for the fourth time in the AV-Comparatives 2024 Endpoint Prevention and Response (EPR) Comparative Report. ESET PROTECT Enterprise achieved the highest score for Prevention and Response, detecting 98% of threats … Read the full press release

ESET Uncovers Telekopye Scam Network Targeting Booking.com and Airbnb Users through Compromised Hotel Accounts

(IN BRIEF) ESET Research has revealed that the Telekopye scam network has shifted its focus to targeting users of Booking.com and Airbnb through compromised hotel accounts. By sending fake payment issue emails and directing users to fraudulent booking sites that … Read the full press release

ESET Expands Vulnerability and Patch Management to Linux and macOS, Enhancing Security and Usability for Businesses

(IN BRIEF) ESET has enhanced its Vulnerability and Patch Management module to include Linux and macOS systems, expanding coverage and offering improved visibility and control through a new dashboard. The update supports both automated and manual vulnerability scanning, ensuring seamless … Read the full press release

Hera Mission Launched to Explore Asteroid Deflection Techniques and Safeguard Earth from Potential Threats

(IN BRIEF) The Hera planetary defense mission, launched successfully aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, aims to assess the feasibility of deflecting hazardous asteroids threatening Earth. This mission follows NASA’s DART mission, which tested asteroid deflection by impacting the Dimorphos … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Secures Industry-First Cybersecurity Certification for EcoStruxure IT and Enhances Firmware Management

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has become the first in the industry to achieve IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2 (SL2) cybersecurity certification for its EcoStruxure IT Network Management Card 3 (NMC3), enhancing protection for data center infrastructure. The certification, awarded by … Read the full press release

EIB Group and EDA Strengthen Partnership to Boost European Defence Financing and Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) On October 3, 2024, the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group and the European Defence Agency (EDA) strengthened their partnership with an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance security and defence financing across Europe. The revised agreement allows … Read the full press release

Brightsight Singapore Achieves EMVCo Accreditation, Boosting Payment Security Certification in Asia

(IN BRIEF) Brightsight, an SGS company, has received official recognition from EMVCo for its Singapore facility, making it an authorized laboratory for conducting EMV security evaluations on platforms and applications (ICC). This accreditation allows Brightsight to provide local and international … Read the full press release

Authorities Dismantle Albanian-Led Drug Ring in Italy, 66 Arrested in Eurojust-Coordinated Operation

(IN BRIEF) Authorities in Italy, Albania, Poland, and Switzerland, coordinated by Eurojust, have dismantled a major Albanian-led cocaine trafficking network. A total of 66 individuals were arrested, with 45 of them taken into custody on an action day. The criminal … Read the full press release

International Crackdown on Fraud Network Exploiting European Public Institutions Yields Major Seizures

(IN BRIEF) German and Italian authorities, with the support of Eurojust and Europol, have successfully dismantled a large-scale fraud operation that targeted public institutions, cities, and municipalities. The suspects used phishing techniques to manipulate real invoices and divert payments meant … Read the full press release

Ericsson and INFORM Team Up to Revolutionize Financial Security and Defeat Advanced Fraud

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has partnered with INFORM to integrate the advanced RiskShield platform into its Mobile Financial Services Platform to enhance security in financial services and combat fraud. The collaboration will provide Ericsson’s global customers, including communication service providers (CSPs), … Read the full press release

Patent Victory: NORMA Group Wins Case Against Chinese Competitor Over Innovative Hose Clamp Technology

(IN BRIEF) NORMA Group has successfully won a patent infringement case against Chinese competitor Suzhou Shengnuo Connection Technology Co. Ltd. The Supreme People’s Court in Beijing ruled that Shengnuo’s product infringed on NORMA Group’s patented worm-drive hose clamp technology, known … Read the full press release

Commerzbank and Crypto Finance Partner to Provide Secure Crypto Asset Services for Corporate Clients in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Commerzbank has partnered with Crypto Finance, a subsidiary of Deutsche Börse, to offer secure access to digital assets, specifically bitcoin and ether, for its corporate clients in Germany. Commerzbank will handle crypto asset custody, while Crypto Finance manages … Read the full press release

HSBC Deploys Quantum-Secure Technology to Protect Tokenised Gold from Future Cyber Threats

(IN BRIEF) HSBC has successfully piloted quantum-secure technology to protect tokenised physical gold from future cyber threats posed by quantum computing. The bank partnered with Quantinuum to use post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and Quantum Origin technology, safeguarding HSBC’s gold tokens against … Read the full press release

Thales Reaffirms Commitment to Secure Legal Identities for All on International Identity Day

(IN BRIEF) On International Identity Day, Thales reaffirmed its commitment to providing secure, trusted legal identities for all, in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 16.9. With over 850 million people worldwide lacking official identification, Thales is working to … Read the full press release

Slovenian President Applauds Eurojust’s Role in Strengthening Cross-Border Judicial Cooperation

(IN BRIEF) During her visit to Eurojust, Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar commended the agency’s work in promoting cross-border judicial cooperation and supporting efforts to combat organized crime. Slovenia has participated in over 1,300 cases since 2020, including high-profile collaborations … Read the full press release

Alaska DMV Partners with Thales to Launch Next-Gen Secure Driver’s Licenses and ID Cards

(IN BRIEF) The Alaska DMV has awarded Thales a new contract to provide secure, next-generation driver’s licenses and ID cards, featuring cutting-edge security technology. The polycarbonate cards, with laser-engraved translucent windows and biometric verification, are designed to prevent identity fraud … Read the full press release

Elke Anderl Named Chief Commercial Officer to Drive T-Systems’ Growth and Market Leadership in Europe

(IN BRIEF) T-Systems has appointed Elke Anderl as the new Chief Commercial Officer, effective September 1, 2024. She succeeds Urs M. Krämer, who is stepping down. Elke Anderl, a seasoned expert in IT, sales, and service, will oversee global sales … Read the full press release

MCNEX Achieves ISO/SAE 21434 Certification for Vehicle Cybersecurity Compliance

(IN BRIEF) MCNEX, a Korean automotive technology company specializing in cameras, sensors, and software for vehicles, has been awarded the Cybersecurity Management System Certification by DNV. This certification, based on the ISO/SAE 21434 standard, ensures that MCNEX’s technology meets international … Read the full press release