Open Source Intelligence: A Valuable Skill Set for Today’s Cybersecurity Landscape In a digital age where information is ubiquitously available, understanding and utilizing Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) is becoming indispensable for various professionals. OSINT involves gathering, analyzing, and employing publicly accessible information sourced from diverse platforms like social media, news…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development, Standards, Regulations & Compliance Poland, Israel, Nvidia, and Oracle Challenge AI Chip Export Restrictions Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • January 17, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The Biden administration’s recent decision to impose restrictions on the export of advanced artificial intelligence chips is…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development UALink Develops Alternative to Nvidia’s NVLink to Enhance AI Accelerator Connectivity David Perera (@daveperera), Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • January 16, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Apple has joined the board of the Ultra Accelerator Link Consortium, a newly established group focused on…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Government, Industry Specific Proposals Calls for AI Growth Zones and National Data Library Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • January 13, 2025 Image: Shutterstock British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has introduced a strategic initiative aimed at positioning the United Kingdom as a leader in artificial intelligence, which…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Healthcare, HIPAA/HITECH As Time Runs Short, Biden Administration Releases Updated AI Strategic Framework for HHS Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • January 10, 2025 The Biden administration has released a new AI strategic roadmap for HHS (Image: HHS) In its final days in office, the Biden…
An automated license-plate-recognition (ALPR) system in Nashville, Tennessee, has come under scrutiny after a security researcher revealed significant vulnerabilities that expose vast amounts of live vehicle data. Over a brief span of 20 minutes, the ALPR system captured photographs and detailed information of nearly 1,000 vehicles, including various makes and…
Standards, Regulations & Compliance Cyber Defense Agency Aims to Strengthen Protections Against Chinese Intrusion Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 3, 2025 A final rule from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Agency concludes a Biden administration initiative to limit the bulk transfer of Americans’ data to adversary nations including China. (Image:…
Ransomware: A Historical Overview and Its Evolution Ransomware, a malicious software category designed to deny access to a system or to seize data until a ransom is paid, has undergone significant transformation since its origins. Emerging from simple exploits in the 1980s, it has escalated into a widespread global menace,…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Critics Argue OpenAI’s Shift to For-Profit Status Threatens Security Obligations Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • December 31, 2024 Image: Shutterstock OpenAI’s initiative to transition into a for-profit organization is facing significant backlash from industry competitors and advocates for artificial intelligence safety.…
