Helen Laidlaw

Rupert Marais is an in-house Security specialist with expertise in endpoint and device security, cybersecurity strategies, and network management. In this interview, Rupert will provide insights into the preservation of government web pages and data, the impact of administration changes on digital

The landscape of data privacy has undergone significant changes over the past decade, yet many of the core challenges remain unresolved. Bruce Schneier, a renowned security technologist, provided a comprehensive analysis of these issues in his book "Data and Goliath," published nearly ten

Phishing attacks have become increasingly sophisticated, posing significant challenges to both users and email security systems. Among the latest techniques are email salting and homoglyph attacks, which are designed to bypass spam filters and deceive recipients. This article explores these

The threat of ransomware has become a pressing issue for countries worldwide, as cybercriminals continue to exploit sophisticated technologies to undermine security and demand exorbitant ransoms. A notable development in this ongoing struggle is the coordinated action taken by the United States,

The focal point of this controversy revolves around the increased vulnerability of the U.S. Treasury to hacking, following certain policy decisions by the Trump administration. These policies granted Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) access to systems and data at the

In recent times, companies in Singapore find themselves weighing the benefits against the potential risks of adopting the Chinese generative artificial intelligence (AI) model known as DeepSeek. This consideration comes against the backdrop of DeepSeek's recent breakthrough, which promises

Recent actions by US Senators Marsha Blackburn and Richard Blumenthal have brought to light significant concerns regarding the advertising practices of tech giants Amazon and Google. The senators have written letters to the CEOs of these companies, questioning their ad businesses' involvement

The development of systemd over the past 14 years has been a journey marked by innovation, controversy, and significant impact on the Linux ecosystem. This article delves into the key lessons learned from its evolution, as highlighted by Lennart Poettering during his talk at FOSDEM 2025. By

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is a paramount concern for users worldwide, making the choice of antivirus software a critical decision. Two prominent names that consistently emerge when discussing robust cybersecurity solutions are McAfee Total Protection and Norton 360 Deluxe. Established a

AT&T recently filed a lawsuit against Broadcom, alleging a massive 1,050 percent price increase for VMware support services over a proposed five-year deal. The telecommunications giant claims that this hike does not align with any reasonable expectation from long-time strategic partners, citing