Tue.Jan 28, 2025

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Mega-Breaches Bump Up 2024 Victim Count

Data Breach Today

Identity Theft Resource Center Catalogs 3,158 Known US Incidents in 2024 The number of U.S. organizations falling victim to a data breach appears to be holding steady, as viewed on an annual basis, according to the latest annual data breach report from the Identity Theft Resource Center, which counted 3,158 reported data breaches in 2024, down just 1% from 2023.

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Apple researchers reveal the secret sauce behind DeepSeek AI

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The AI model that shook the world is part of a broad trend to squeeze more out of chips using what's called sparsity.

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How China's DeepSeek R1 Model Will Disrupt the AI Industry

Data Breach Today

DeepSeek R1 Model Rivals OpenAI at Fraction of Cost, Challenges US AI Leadership The Chinese DeepSeek R1 model rivals top U.S. AI models in performance while dramatically lowering training costs. Built on lower-end Nvidia GPUs, R1's efficiency reshapes the AI landscape, bolstering AMD's prospects and reshaping AI infrastructure discussions in Silicon Valley and beyond.

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This new Android feature protects your phone, even if someone has your PIN

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If you're looking for an additional layer of security for your Android device, Google's Identity Check might be just the ticket. Here's how it works.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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UHG's PR Headache: How Did Breach Total Jump to 190 Million?

Data Breach Today

Experts Explain Complexity of Company's Massive Data Breach Analysis Endeavor UnitedHealth Group says its previously eye-popping estimate of 100 million people affected by last year's attack on its Change Healthcare unit nearly doubled in recent months to a staggering 190 million victims. Why did it take so long for the company to figure out the extent of the compromise?

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DeepSeek's Rise Shows Limits of US Chip Controls

Data Breach Today

China's DeepSeek AI Model Sparks US Policy Debate Amid Growing Industry Concerns The global artificial intelligence race saw a historic "Sputnik moment" this week when the Chinese startup DeepSeek claimed to develop a competitive model with $6 million and a stockpile of old Nvidia semiconductors - defying export restrictions and raising alarms about China's ability to innovate.

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Why I pick this ultraportable Lenovo tablet over the iPad Air for mobile entertainment

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The Lenovo Tab Plus houses a surprisingly powerful speaker system and a 2K display, enough to make a competing iPad look bad.

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Insider Fraud: Ignore It at Your Own Risk

Data Breach Today

British Museum IT Disruption Highlights Missteps in Identity and Access Management The British Museum faced unexpected disruption when a former contractor trespassed into the museum and disabled its IT systems. This disruption highlights the risks posed by disgruntled employees and raises concerns about access rights after employment ends.

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The Lenovo ThinkPad I recommend to most professionals is also one of the most affordable

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Lenovo's sixth-generation ThinkPad E14 is a budget laptop designed to be a reliable workhorse for day-to-day tasks.

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Prevent Data Breaches With Zero-Trust Enterprise Password Management

Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.

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Eclypsium Raises $45M to Guard AI and Telecom Infrastructure

Data Breach Today

Series C Funding Targets Supply Chain Risks in AI, Next-Gen Infrastructure Security Eclypsium raised $45 million in Series C funding to address emerging cyber threats in AI workloads, GPU systems and the global supply chain. With support from Qualcomm and 1011 Ventures, the company will to tackle advanced cyberthreats from nation-state adversaries like Volt Typhoon.

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Tips for Detecting Real-time Deepfakes: A Guide to Staying One Step Ahead

KnowBe4

Deepfakes are no longer just the stuff of sci-fi thrillerstheyre here, and theyre deceptively good. From celebrity endorsements to real-time impersonations , deepfake technology has advanced to the point where spotting one isnt as easy as it used to be.

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How to protect your privacy from Facebook - and what doesn't work

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Bothered by Facebook looking over your shoulder? Here are some ways to keep Meta from being such a snooper.

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Using Genuine Business Domains and Legitimate Services to Harvest Credentials

KnowBe4

KnowBe4 Threat Lab analyzed a sophisticated phishing campaign targeting multiple organizations to harvest Microsoft credentials.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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Installing iOS 18.3? Here are the 3 biggest features you should try out first

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iOS 18.3 is a relatively small update but with notable changes to the iPhone's AI features. Here's the rundown, and how to modify them.

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Microsoft is Still the Most Commonly Impersonated Brand in Phishing Attacks

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Microsoft, Apple, and Google were the most commonly impersonated brands in phishing attacks last quarter, according to researchers at Check Point.

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Block's new open-source AI agent 'goose' lets you change direction mid-air

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Block built its agent - 'codename goose' - to do it all, from writing code to ordering your dinner. Here's how to access it.

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The Nobel Prize embraces AI: A turning point in academia and beyond

CGI

The Nobel Prize is now embracing AI in ways that were unimaginable just a decade ago. Learn more in this CGI blog.

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Optimizing The Modern Developer Experience with Coder

Many software teams have migrated their testing and production workloads to the cloud, yet development environments often remain tied to outdated local setups, limiting efficiency and growth. This is where Coder comes in. In our 101 Coder webinar, you’ll explore how cloud-based development environments can unlock new levels of productivity. Discover how to transition from local setups to a secure, cloud-powered ecosystem with ease.

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7 apps that helped me escape the cloud - and protect my data privacy

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If you're tired of knowing that a third party has access to your data and content, it's time to move away from cloud services that may be selling your information or using it to train their LLMs.

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CyberheistNews Vol 15 #04 [HEADS UP] Bad Actors Abuse Google Translate to Craft Phishing Attacks

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CyberheistNews Vol 15 #04 [HEADS UP] Bad Actors Abuse Google Translate to Craft Phishing Attacks

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What to know about DeepSeek AI, from cost claims to data privacy

Collaboration 2.0

Besides one-upping US rivals and panicking investors, DeepSeek presents a host of security concerns. Here's what you should know.

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Three data must-haves in applying GenAI to payments processing

CGI

This CGI blog explores three data must-haves in applying GenAI to payments processingdata quality, alignment and governance.

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Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals

As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.

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I've used every Samsung Galaxy S25 model - and the one I love most isn't the Ultra

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My favorite Galaxy S25 model (and the one most people should buy) strikes the right balance of form and function.

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Online Safety Act: Protecting Children from Harmful Content Online – Ofcom’s Guidance on Age Assurance for Part 3 Services

Data Protection Report

Ofcom has published its guidance for implementing age assurance measures for regulated service providers.User-to-user (U2U) services and search services take note:a decision not to implement highly effective age assurance measures means that your service may be deemed by Ofcom to be accessible by children.

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Apple reveals the secret to updating every AirPods model - and it's easier than you think

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Rather than leave it up to chance, you can take steps to update your specific AirPods model to the latest software version.

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EU Sanctions Russian Intel Officers Linked to Estonia Hack

Data Breach Today

Europe Targets Officers of Unit 29155 of the Russian Main Intelligence Directorate The European Union sanctioned on Monday three officers of a Russian military intelligence unit for their role in cyberattacks targeting Estonia in 2020. The sanctions are tied to the unit's 2020 hack of the Estonian government departments and the exfiltration of sensitive documents.

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The Cloud Development Environment Adoption Report

Cloud Development Environments (CDEs) are changing how software teams work by moving development to the cloud. Our Cloud Development Environment Adoption Report gathers insights from 223 developers and business leaders, uncovering key trends in CDE adoption. With 66% of large organizations already using CDEs, these platforms are quickly becoming essential to modern development practices.

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I mapped my iPhone's Control Button to ChatGPT - here are 5 ways I use it everyday

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I haven't used Siri once since the switch.

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VMware fixed a flaw in Avi Load Balancer

Security Affairs

VMware fixed a high-risk blind SQL injection vulnerability in Avi Load Balancer, allowing attackers to exploit databases via crafted queries. VMware warns of a high-risk blind SQL injection vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-22217 (CVSS score of 8.6), in Avi Load Balancer, allowing attackers with network access to exploit databases via crafted queries. “VMware AVI Load Balancer contains an unauthenticated blind SQL Injection vulnerability.” reads the advisory. “A malicious user

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Finally, I found a wireless charger for my iPhone with a built-in fan and Qi2 support

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Wireless chargers are known for their predisposition to generate heat during charging. The Torras PolarCircle solves this problem - and solves it well.

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