Inspired by recent movements in Europe, where tech giants like Airbus have advocated for a sovereign fund to support local technology sectors, this article explores Australia’s strategic need to develop sovereign satellite communication systems. As digital connectivity becomes increasingly crucial, the time to fortify our independence and security is now. The Strategic Need for Sovereign […]
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Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 132
Information Security News Elon Musk’s Starlink Could Be Used to Transmit Australian Election Voting Results The Guardian by Josh TaylorThe Guardian reports that Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, Starlink, is being considered as a potential method to transmit voting results in Australian elections. This proposal aims to leverage Starlink’s extensive network to ensure reliable and […]
Opinion: Yet Another Encryption Kerfuffle
Ukrainian law enforcement demands Signal cooperate against Russian cybercriminals. This is a bad idea, like in any other country.
Welcome New Member – Abid Malik from Dubai
Please welcome our newest member from Dubai, Abid Malik! Abid Malik isn’t just a GRC and cybersecurity advisor—he’s a strategist who turns risk management into business opportunities. With 20+ years of experience across banking, fintech, and multinational sectors, he helps businesses strengthen security, navigate regulations, and stay ahead of emerging threats. Born in Amsterdam, having […]
“What Happens to Heroes?” – EPISODE #1: The Unsung Heroes of the Digital World by Didier Annet
The Psychological Impacts of Cyberattacks This is the first episode of a story related to individuals who, in a matter of moments, transition from “employees” to “rescuers” in the immediate aftermath of a destructive cyberattack. What I Will Call the “Heroes” But what is a Hero in the context of a cyberattack? And why should […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 131
Information Security News EU Looks to Tech Sovereignty with EuroStack Amid Trade War Biometric Update by Masha BorakThe European Union is making significant strides towards tech sovereignty with the development of EuroStack, a comprehensive technology initiative aimed at reducing dependence on foreign tech giants amid ongoing trade tensions. This ambitious project seeks to bolster the […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 130
Information Security News House Passes Bill Requiring Federal Contractors to Implement Vulnerability Disclosure Policies SecurityWeek by Eduard KovacsThe U.S. House of Representatives has recently passed a bill that mandates federal contractors to establish vulnerability disclosure policies. This legislative move aims to strengthen the security of federal digital assets by ensuring that vulnerabilities are systematically reported […]
The Cost of Silence: Enhancing Cyber Safety to Address Domestic Violence’s Impact on Women’s Employment and Education
Last Friday, I attended the launch of The Cost of Domestic Violence to Women’s Employment and Education at the University of Technology Sydney. Written by the renowned researcher and writer Anne Summers, this report lays bare how domestic violence and coercive control disrupts women’s financial independence and long-term security. The event also featured a dynamic […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 129
Information Security News Latin American Orgs Face 40% More Attacks Than Global Average Dark Reading by Nate NelsonOrganisations in Latin America are experiencing a surge in cyberattacks, facing 40% more incidents than the global average. This alarming trend underscores the unique cybersecurity challenges in the region, exacerbated by rapid digital transformation and targeted attacks by […]