News Newscan: Substation attacks may lead to new energy security rules in 2023, experts say 18th January 2023 Web Roundup Items from other news organizations Substation attacks may lead to new energy security rules in 2023, experts say FCC chair; 5G expansion creates ‘broader attack surface’ for cyberattacks New York City rolling out new 911 system that lets people send texts and video Buried vs. aerial: Fiber firms try to balance growth with […]
Partner content After Ukraine, Taiwan seeks its own LEOsats 17th January 2023 Finally, we have some numbers on the impact of the Russian invasion on Ukraine’s telecom networks. According to the ITU’s long-awaited report on Ukraine, it will cost around US$1.8 billion to rebuild Ukraine’s infrastructure – more than four times its total capex of $391 million in 2020. The study, which the UN agency quietly dropped the […]
News Newscan: Police app exposed secret details about raids and suspects 13th January 2023 Web Roundup Items from other news organizations Police app exposed secret details about raids and suspects West Virginia dispatchers use callers’ cameras in emergencies New report: One-fifth of software has a severe security flaw Des Moines Public Schools to extend school year after ransomware attack FCC votes to approve new space bureau Fact vs. Fiction: […]
Partner content Better phishing, easy malicious implants: How AI could change cyberattacks 13th January 2023 Artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) models have already shown some promise in increasing the sophistication of phishing lures, creating synthetic profiles, and creating rudimentary malware, but even more innovative applications of cyberattacks will likely come in the near future. Malware developers have already started toying with code generation using AI, with security researchers demonstrating […]
Partner content Making cities safer with smart technology 12th January 2023 Public safety is a priority for communities and citizens alike, especially those living in metropolitan areas. While an issue as complex as public safety doesn’t have an easy fix, cities worldwide are thinking outside the box to create programs that build safer communities. For many, this includes embracing smart technology. Sensors, for example, are widely […]
Partner content The big 5G fix for airplanes will cost just $26 million 12th January 2023 The years-long, high-stakes public relations battle between the US airline industry and the US wireless industry appears to be heading toward a final conclusion. And the final price tag for the solution? $26,049,810. That finding, from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), is pretty incredible. It’s the total cost of replacing radio altimeters on around 180 airplanes and putting […]
News Newscan: Flight departures halted across U.S. due to FAA system outage 11th January 2023 Web Roundup Items from other news organizations Flight departures halted across U.S. due to FAA system outage Qualcomm, Bullitt unveil satellite messaging for phones at CES SickKids Hospital systems back up and running after ransomware attack FAA to require airplanes to upgrade altimeters by early 2024 NTIA to develop national spectrum strategy in 2023 Air […]
Partner content New measures to prevent 5G from crashing planes due in February 2024 10th January 2023 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed new rules to eliminate potential interference between speedy 5G networks and most big airplanes. The rules will go into effect on February 24, 2024. That’s two years after some big 5G network operators had hoped. Nonetheless, the US wireless industry is cheering the FAA’s new rules. “The wireless […]
Partner content ChatGPT artificial intelligence: An upcoming cybersecurity threat? 9th January 2023 Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize many aspects of our lives, including how we approach cybersecurity. However, it also presents new risks and challenges that need to be carefully managed. One way that AI can be used in cybersecurity is through the development of intelligent systems that can detect and respond to cyber […]
Partner content Mercedes self-driving tech with radar, lidar approved in Nevada 9th January 2023 Mercedes has received approval for its Level 3 automated assisted driving tech in Nevada – the first state in the U.S. to grant approval. The German automaker announced the news at CES in Las Vegas. In a statement prepared for the media, it confirmed: “Mercedes-Benz has applied for certification in the states of California and Nevada. DMV [The […]
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