December 13, 2024 at 01:17PM Russian telecom authority Roskomnadzor has blocked the Viber app for violating local laws, citing concerns over terrorism, drug sales, and illegal content. This follows a court ruling and ongoing restrictions on various foreign messaging apps. Viber had over 1 billion downloads on Android before the ban. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. … Read more
November 14, 2024 at 06:02AM NatWest Group has officially banned several messaging apps, including WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal, on company devices to enhance oversight and protect against regulatory issues. The policy, effective November 6, aims to prevent unrecorded communications. Approved methods include Microsoft Teams and Outlook, aligning with industry practices following regulatory scrutiny. **Meeting Takeaways: … Read more
October 3, 2024 at 04:47PM The ongoing kinetic war between Russia and Ukraine has spilled over into cyberspace, with hackers targeting key infrastructure, government bodies, and individual military personnel. Russian-aligned cyber actors, including advanced persistent threat (APT) groups like Gamaredon, have intensified their attacks, infiltrating secure communication channels and posing a significant threat to cybersecurity. … Read more