Over $1 Million Paid Out at Pwn2Own Ireland 2024

October 25, 2024 at 09:31AM Pwn2Own Ireland 2024 has awarded participants more than $1 million for successful exploits involving cameras, printers, NAS devices, smart speakers, and smartphones. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. **Event:** Pwn2Own Ireland 2024 2. **Financial Highlights:** Participants have earned over $1 million. 3. **Exploits Focus:** The earnings were related to successful exploits involving: … Read more

Australia Intros Its First National Cyber Legislation

October 9, 2024 at 05:14PM Australia introduced the Cyber Security Bill 2024 to establish security standards for smart devices and improve ransomware reporting. It proposes a Cyber Incident Review Board and reforms under the 2018 SOCI Act to enhance government support for critical infrastructure, aiming to strengthen cybersecurity measures by 2030. **Meeting Takeaways: Cyber Security … Read more

As Smart Cities Expand, so Do the Threats

February 7, 2024 at 08:19AM Technologists stress the urgency of building smart cities due to the growing urban population, putting pressure on infrastructure and technology. However, securing these interconnected systems is a significant challenge, as each technology needs to be adequately secured and the convergence, interoperability, and integration of devices pose new risks. Cybersecurity expertise … Read more

Dubai-US Deal Aims to Secure Medical, IoT Devices in the Middle East

January 5, 2024 at 01:33PM Dubai-based AmiViz and US-based Asimily have partnered to offer industrial IoT and medical device security solutions in the Middle East, in response to the increasing demand for robust IoT security. This collaboration aligns with Dubai’s digital strategy, emphasizing international cybersecurity collaboration. Market forecasts predict significant growth, with the Middle East … Read more