"Cyber-thieves can reap returns of almost 1,500% when they invest in ransomware, a study suggests. Trustwave looked at how much cash typical cybercriminals spend and what their potential profits might …
Ukraine’s Poroshenko talks of ‘real war’ with Russia
"Ukraine's president has told the BBC his country is now in a 'real war' with Russia - and that Ukrainians should prepare for a Russian offensive. Petro Poroshenko told the BBC's Fergal Keane he did …
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Boko Haram’s Resurgence in North-Eastagain, Suicide Bomber Wreaks Havoc in Yobe
"An underage suicide bomber yesterday detonated a bomb at a crowded motor park in Damaturu, Yobe State capital, killing herself, eight others and injuring 30 other persons. Sunday Trust gathered that …
Russian Cyber Espionage Group Planning to Hit Banks
"APT28, the notorious cyber espionage group that is believed to be sponsored by the Russian government, is planning to attack various financial institutions from across the world, according to a …
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Boards are on high alert over security threats
"In 2014, 42.8 million security incidents were detected, a 48 percent increase over the previous year, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers. The average size of the financial hits attributed to those …
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After months of scandals, new rules in Mexico to tackle corruption
"One day, it’s police and soldiers killing civilians. The next, top government officials lapping up perks of wealth and power. After months of scandals and public outcry, the administration of …
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White House Takes Cybersecurity Pitch to Silicon Valley
"President Obama’s newly installed defense secretary, Ashton B. Carter, toured Silicon Valley last week to announce a new military strategy for computer conflict, starting the latest Pentagon effort …
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Next 9/11 will be caused by hackers, not suicide bombers, cyber expert warns
"Col. (res.) Dr. Gabi Siboni said the US and Israel must increase cyber-defense cooperation in preparation of future terror attacks, and said distrust is preventing greater collaboration between the …
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Asymmetric naval warfare in the Taiwan Strait
The recent landing in Taiwan by two USMC F/A-18C Hornet, allegedly due to a mechanical fault and the object of a prompt protest by Beijing, has served as a reminder of the Island's key location. …
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NSA’s Grand Plan to Snowden-Proof Its Data Using the Cloud
"Almost two years ago, the National Security Agency forever lost its ‘No Such Agency’ nickname at the hands of one of its contractors -- a once-trusted insider by the name of Edward Snowden." Source: …
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