Olympic flame arrives in France's Marseille by ship DW 05/08/2024
The Olympic flame arrived in Marseille, to be carried across France to Paris in a relay, marking the country's official entry into the Paris 2024 Olympics. [ more ]
The EU is preparing to expand its sanctions on Iran as a political warning after the attack on Israel
European Union is preparing to approve new sanctions against Iran, including extending restrictions on drones and missiles sent to proxies in the Middle East. [ more ]
Former army surveillance specialist warms there is a rise in corporate spying
Organizations face threats of espionage from both internal and external sources; firms should prioritize security measures and consider changing compromised systems like CCTV. [ more ]
Dropbox Sign user information accessed in data breach | Computer Weekly
Dropbox Sign (formerly HelloSign) faced a data breach leading to unauthorized access to customer data, prompting security measures and notifications to impacted users. [ more ]
Dropbox warns of attack that leaked customers' personal info
Dropbox faced a major cyber attack on its Dropbox Sign service resulting in unauthorized access to personal information including email addresses, usernames, phone numbers, hashed passwords, and authentication information. [ more ]
My Writing Students Were Arrested at Columbia. Their Voices Have Never Been More Essential
Columbia University's handling of protests and security measures impacts even its own faculty members, causing inconveniences and hurdles for them and their families. [ more ]
USC graduation unfolds amid tight security and standing ovation for canceled valedictorian
The valedictorian at USC, Asna Tabassum, faced controversy leading to the cancellation of her commencement speech due to threats related to her pro-Palestinian stance. [ more ]
On a Day of Graduations, Berkeley's Protests Stand Out
Amid pro-Palestinian protests, some university graduations experienced disruptions while others proceeded without major incidents. Administrators took security measures and negotiated with protesters. [ more ]
State makes record investment in nonpublic schools, enhances security amid rising hate crimes * Brooklyn Paper
The state is investing $467 million in nonpublic schools, the largest in the nation, focusing on security measures amidst increasing antisemitic incidents. [ more ]
Progressive Columbia alums vow to pull funding over arrests - make no mention of antisemitism
The group of graduates from Columbia University's School of General Studies threatened to withhold financial support due to the arrest of student protesters, but did not address the issue of antisemitism on campus. [ more ]
The Met Police has requested the revocation of Sunset Strip club's license due to dancers breaching no-touch rules and insufficient security measures. [ more ]
Police give warning to football fans ahead of Tottenham vs Arsenal
Police will use live facial recognition technology at the north London derby to identify individuals with outstanding warrants or court-imposed restrictions. [ more ]
Man arrested after two schoolgirls injured in knife attack in France
The attack on two girls in France led to the arrest of a suspect with no known radical links, affecting the community and prompting security measures near schools. [ more ]
Paris Olympics opening ceremony could move if threat detected, says Macron
France has backup plans for the 2024 Olympic Games opening ceremony relocation due to potential terrorist risks, ensuring safety and event continuity. [ more ]
Hackers used stolen passwords to access thousands of BenefitsCal accounts
Thousands of BenefitsCal users' personal information was compromised due to a data breach, leading to the implementation of two-step verification for enhanced security. [ more ]
How DHS is hustling to leverage-and contain-generative AI
The Department of Homeland Security utilizes AI to analyze threat data for various purposes, from preventing attacks to generating images for investigations. [ more ]
Defend Yourself against AI Impostor Scams with a Safe Word
Impostor scam is the most common fraud in the U.S., AI-infused scams use voice-cloning services for deception, and establishing a secure passcode with family and friends can help combat phone scams. [ more ]
Paris tests AI surveillance ahead of Olympics DW 04/19/2024
French police will test AI-supported surveillance at events in Paris to gather data for enhancing security measures ahead of the upcoming Summer Olympics. [ more ]
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East-end Toronto shops on high alert after string of break-ins | CBC News
Small businesses in Toronto's east end face a rise in break-ins, leading to concerns and calls for increased police patrol and security measures. [ more ]
Docker Desktop 4.29 Improves Container Isolation and Error Management, Integrates Moby 26, and More
Docker Desktop's latest version introduces socket mount permissions for enhanced container isolation and improved error management for efficiency and reliability. [ more ]
London Marathon weather: Sunny start followed by cool temperatures ideal for runners
Close Weather forecast for London Marathon on Sunday: dry with sun, cool temperatures, slight chance of rain. High pressure brings relief for participants. Sun pops up but remains cool. [ more ]
AP PHOTOS: Aboard France's aging nuclear submarines old boats but new missions
French nuclear-powered submarines play a key role in long-range missions and naval operations, equipped with advanced weaponry and technologies while maintaining a high level of secrecy. [ more ]
The threat to MPs is real. But Michael Gove's empty extremism plans will do nothing to tackle it | Gaby Hinsliff
Politicians face serious threats in public life, including death threats and verbal abuse.
The increasing tensions around the Israel-Gaza war have made certain politicians, like Zarah Sultana, more vulnerable to targeted hate and threats. [ more ]