Tag: data security
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SIPRI Expert Lauriane Héau Keynote at EU Research Security Conference
Event overview On October 30, a landmark gathering brought together policymakers, researchers, and security specialists at the European Union Flagship Conference on Research Security. The event showcased how the EU is strengthening safeguards around research, innovation, and critical data. In one of the breakout sessions, Lauriane Héau, a respected SIPRI researcher, delivered a keynote that…
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Government Targets a Digital Wallet for Life Milestones by 2030
Overview: A Digital Wallet for Life Milestones The government is pursuing a bold initiative to create a centralized digital wallet that would securely store critical life milestones. The plan, part of the broader Digital Public Services agenda, envisions a single, verifiable repository for records such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, education credentials, and health data.…
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Digital Wallet for Life Milestones: Canada’s 2030 Plan
What is the digital wallet plan? Canada is pursuing a government-backed digital wallet designed to securely store and provide access to essential life milestones. The initiative, part of the Digital Public Services Plan approved by Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers, aims to consolidate records such as birth certificates, education credentials, health milestones, and other critical…
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Meta Shuts Down Messenger Desktop Apps, Redirects Users to Web by December 15, 2025
Meta Decides to Deprecate Messenger Desktop Apps Meta has announced the discontinuation of its standalone Messenger apps for macOS and Windows, with a full deprecation date set for December 15, 2025. After that date, users will no longer be able to log into the desktop applications and will be redirected to web-based messaging experiences on…
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China threatens UK over delayed London mega-embassy project
Rising tensions as London mega-embassy decision stalls again The dispute between Britain and China has escalated after Beijing voiced grave concern over another postponement of the planning decision on China’s proposed “mega embassy” in London. The delay, pushed back by the UK government, has sparked a pointed response from Beijing and added another chapter to…
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Exeter-Queensland Partnership Strives to Fortify Global Communication Security with Quantum Link Verification
A new international collaboration aims to redefine how we protect global communications The University of Exeter and the University of Queensland have launched a pioneering international research partnership focused on a breakthrough technology designed to dramatically improve the security of data travelling across today’s global communications infrastructure. The Joint effort, driven by Exeter’s Quantum Non-Equilibrium…
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Exeter-Queensland Partnership Striving To Improve Security Of Global Communication
Global collaboration targets a security breakthrough in communications A new international research partnership between the University of Exeter in the United Kingdom and the University of Queensland in Australia is aiming to strengthen the security of global communications. The collaboration focuses on a breakthrough technology known as Quantum Link Verification (QLV), developed to safeguard data…
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Urgent warning over 16 apps that can empty bank accounts if not updated
Urgent warning over end-of-support for Microsoft Office apps A sweeping advisory highlights a real risk for millions of users: don’t delay updates to Microsoft Office apps. As Microsoft marks the end of support for older versions, including Office 2016 and Office 2019, the company warns that security fixes, bug corrections, and technical support will no…
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Cybersecurity Breach at Western Sydney University News
Overview A major cybersecurity breach has targeted Western Sydney University, prompting warnings to students and alumni after mass emails circulated with alarming claims. The messages, which appeared to originate from accounts affiliated with the university, included false notices suggesting some degrees had been revoked. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about email security and data protection…
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Exploring Attitudes and Obstacles Around Digital Public Health Tools: WA Verify Survey Insights
Background: WA Verify and the Technology Acceptance Lens Public health has increasingly turned to digital tools to protect communities, especially during the COVID-19 era. Washington State’s WA Verify system used the SMART Health Card framework to provide a mobile, paperless way to display vaccination status. Understanding how the public perceives such tools—and why some embrace…