Ransomware: Harbinger of the Future

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Scott Blough | Associate Professor of Criminal Justice & Security Studies at Tiffin University, ,

Ransomware

The recent spate of ransomware attacks on Texas municipalities is a harbinger for the future of cyber-crime. In fact, according to various news sources, as of August 23rd, 2019, at least 22 municipalities in Texas have been affected by this recent ransomware outbreak. Although not all of those affected have gone public, there have been … Read more

Can AI Actually Improve Cybersecurity? What Experts Are Saying

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Kayla Matthews, ,

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This year, AI spending will grow to nearly $35.8 billion globally. AI has surged in popularity in most sectors of tech, and cybersecurity isn’t an exception. In fact, according to Capgemini’s 2019 report on cybersecurity and AI, 48% of enterprises say their budget for artificial intelligence will increase in fiscal year 2019. An even greater … Read more

How to Write a Cybersecurity Policy For Your Company

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Chloe Bennet, Cybersecurity Manager, Fast Assignment Help, Write My Dissertation Cheap, Help With Homework

Group of employees being briefed on the Cybersecurity Policy

Cybersecurity is one of those areas that executives frequently overlook. However, it is hugely important. The problem usually lies with the speed at which technology develops and the ease with which fields within technology evolve. People who are looking to exploit new technology stay up to date with the latest innovations. In contrast, those who … Read more

Deepfake Technology: Implications for the Future

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Caleb Townsend, Staff Writer, United States Cybersecurity Magazine

It has been over a year since Jordan Peele made a video warning us of the impending spike in deepfake technology. In the video, Peele uses ML technology and his legendary Obama imitation to effectively ventriloquize Obama. He effectively makes it appear as if Obama is saying outlandish statements. Since the video’s release, we have … Read more

Cybersecurity Legislation and Education

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Pratik Kirve, ,

cybersecurity legislation

The increase of data breaches and cyber-attacks have pushed governments to take different measures to tighten the cybersecurity. There are numerous methods and techniques regarding hacking, and these practices are always evolving. Therefore, governments need to come up with various measures and innovative strategies to counter and eliminate attacks. However, they must implement concrete types … Read more

The Importance of Cybersecurity Training

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Frankie Wallace, ,

Cybersecurity training is imperative to the success of any modern workplace. The work force has transformed over the years, as has the technology required to operate it. Digital transformations and full-scale transitions over to cloud infrastructures have meant large changes for organizations wishing to remain relevant while providing employees and customers with better overall experiences. … Read more