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FBI Conducts Raid on Home of Notable Computer Scientist Who Is Now Out of Touch

A distinguished computer scientist with two decades of expertise in cryptography, privacy, and cybersecurity has mysteriously gone silent. Xiaofeng Wang, a tenured professor at Indiana University and former associate dean for research at the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering, has had his professional profiling and communication channels abruptly…

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The Need for a Dual Perspective in OT Cybersecurity Careers

Governance & Risk Management, Operational Technology (OT), Recruitment & Reskilling Strategy Key Insights from CS4CA USA: Bridging IT and OT Security Gaps Brandy Harris • March 26, 2025 Cybersecurity experts have historically centered their efforts on safeguarding networks, data, and enterprise systems. However, an emerging frontier within modern manufacturing and…

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Impact of Genetic Breach: 23andMe’s Downfall Sparks Security Concerns

Title: 23andMe Data Breach Uncovers Alarming Implications for Consumer Genomics In 2023, 23andMe, a prominent player in the consumer genomics industry, experienced a significant data breach that has since triggered the company’s bankruptcy. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dire consequences that can arise from inadequate protection…

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How Technology Companies Can Leverage the FDA’s Draft Guidance on AI-Enabled Devices

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently released draft guidance on artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled medical devices, signaling an increase in regulatory oversight in this evolving field. Dr. Scott Schell, the chief medical officer at IT consulting firm Cognizant, emphasized that although the guidance is non-binding, it represents a pivotal shift…

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U.S. Unveils Charges Against Aubrey Cottle for Stealing Texas Republican Party Data – DataBreaches.net

United States Unseals Charges Against Aubrey Cottle for Theft of Texas Republican Party Data In a significant development in cybersecurity law enforcement, the United States has formally unveiled charges against Aubrey Cottle, allegedly responsible for the theft of sensitive data from the Texas Republican Party. This incident raises serious concerns…

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Sydney Morning Herald and Age Subscribers’ Personal Information Compromised in Online Breach

In a significant cybersecurity incident, a data breach has compromised the personal information of thousands of subscribers to Nine’s media outlets, including the Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian Financial Review, and The Age. Approximately 16,000 individuals have had their names, postal addresses, and email addresses exposed online, raising concerns about…

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Strategies for Businesses to Mitigate Dark Web Exposure in 2025

The dark web—an often hidden segment of the internet requiring specific access methods—has historically served as a refuge for cybercriminals. This underbelly of the online world is where malicious actors trade in compromised data, hacking tools, and various illicit goods, generally out of reach from law enforcement scrutiny. Recently, however,…

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