Top news of the week: 21.07.2021.
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How China's Hacking Entered a Reckless New Phase
The country's hackers have gotten far more aggressive since 2015, when the Ministry of State Security largely took over the country’s cyberespionage.
Is blockchain a friend or foe in ransomware attacks?
UCD’s Dr Nima Afraz explores how blockchain technology could be used against cyberattacks as well as the potential danger it poses.
Weak US Privacy Law Hurts America’s Global Standing
Unrestrained data collection and selling doesn’t just harm citizens at home. It’s terrible foreign policy.
Global Data Restrictions on the Rise Amid Privacy and Security Fears
Chinese scrutiny of tech firms is part of a wave of measures around the world aimed at keeping data in-country.
From Macy’s to Albertsons, facial recognition is already everywhere
Customers are largely unaware that some of their favorite stores are using facial recognition tech.
US blames China for hacks, opening new front in cyber offensive
The United States and its foreign allies on Monday accused China of widespread malfeasance in cyberspace, including through a massive hack of Microsoft's email system and other ransomware ...
Spyware scandal revives push against government access to encrypted messages
Governments in the EU and elsewhere are pushing for access to people’s messages.
Pegasus spyware scandal: Can Silicon Valley stop government snooping?
Spyware sold for use in anti-terror investigations is reportedly being misused by governments to watch journalists and politicians – Silicon Valley firms are battling to end it