Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans It’s 2016 and it seems that online banking is here to stay. After all, the majority of adults in the United States own mobile phones, and more than three-quarters of those are internet-enabled smartphones. Since 2011 when the Federal Reserve System…
India Rejects Google Street View Service Over Security Concerns
Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans India has rejected Google’s plans to collect images for its Street View service, citing concerns that it could compromise the country’s security. The decision, first reported by the Press Trust of India Thursday, was made after a “detailed analysis” by Indian…
The Capability: Government’s national facial recognition plan raises privacy concerns
Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans The Government is planning to spend $18.5 million setting up the National Facial Biometric Matching Capability, known as The Capability. A Government-commissioned assessment has warned it could collect more information than necessary and there is a risk it will not do…
F-35 cyber security testing delay prompts vulnerability concerns
Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans The F-35 fighter jet could allegedly be vulnerable to cyber attacks, according to concerns raised in recent reports focusing on the potential vulnerability of the F-35 computer. US political website, Politico first reported in September that “military officials delayed key cyber-security…
Kremlin’s ties to Russian cyber gangs sow US concerns
Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans The relationship between Moscow and Russian cyber gangs may be tightening, spurred by international sanctions and disputes with the United States over military action in Ukraine and Syria, experts and federal lawmakers warn. Moscow has long been known to source its…
3 On Your Side: College Student Identity Theft Concerns
Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — As college students begin to head back to school, they’ll get lots of reminders on how to keep their personal belongings safe. But a different kind of theft could be far more costly. 3 On Your Side Consumer…
Identity theft concerns after thieves bust into downtown building’s mailboxes
Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans Winnipeg police are investigating after a person broke into a downtown apartment building and stole mail. It happened at 265 Portage Avenue on Sunday. Residents were notified the next day by building management. Residents were given a notice advising them of…
Prime Minister Flags Cyber-Security Concerns, Says India Can Play Big Role
Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans Flagging the threat to cyber-security globally, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India can play a lead role in dealing with this “bloodless war” as he launched a digital initiative to which the corporate world pledged over Rs. 4,50,000 crores….
Google Voices Concerns Regarding Government Warrants, Seeks to Protect Users
Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans Powered by Max Banner Ads Google has joined advocacy organisations such as the ACLU in voicing their concerns about proposed Amendments to Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 41 by sending a comment letter to The Judicial Conference Advisory Committee on Criminal Rules….
As Jamaica Prepares to Begin Using Drones to Fight Crime, Concerns Emerge Over Human Rights
Source: National Cyber Security – Produced By Gregory Evans As Jamaica gets ready to use drone technology in its crime fighting, the United States has announced new guidelines governing the use of the technology that could influence Jamaica’s approach. Last week, the Jamaica Constabulary Force outlined its timetable for the…