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OPM tells FEHB carriers to prepare for USPS health program’s launch

Alongside preparations for the 2025 plan year for FEHB, OPM outlined clearer plans for implementing the Postal Service Health Benefits program. The post OPM tells FEHB carriers to prepare for USPS health program’s launch first appeared on Federal News Network.
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Cybercriminals harness AI for new era of malware development

The alliance between ransomware groups and initial access brokers (IABs) is still the powerful engine for cybercriminal industry, as evidenced by the 74% year-on-year increase in the number of companies that had their data uploaded on dedicated leak sites (DLS), according to Group-IB’s Hi-Tech Crime Trends 2023/2024 report. Global threat actors also demonstrated increased interest in Apple platforms, exemplified by the fivefold increase in underground sales related to macOS information stealers. The growing appetite of … More → The post Cybercriminals harness AI for new era of malware development appeared first on Help Net Security.
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JCDC’s strategic shift: Prioritizing cyber hardening

In this Help Net Security interview, Geoffrey Mattson, CEO of Xage Security, discusses the evolution of the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative (JCDC) since its 2021 inception and tackles its 2024 strategic priorities in response to escalating cyber threats. He elaborates on JCDC’s strategies against APT operations, initiatives to enhance cybersecurity in critical infrastructure, support for election security, and the Secure by Design initiative. How has the JCDC evolved since its establishment two years ago, and … More → The post JCDC’s strategic shift: Prioritizing cyber hardening appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Visual prosthesis simulator offers a glimpse into the future

Researchers have developed a simulator that enables artificial visual observations for research into the visual prosthesis. This open source tool is available to researchers and offers those who are interested insight into the future application.
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ALPHV/BlackCat threatens to leak data stolen in Change Healthcare cyberattack

The ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group has claimed responsibility for the cyberattack that targeted Optum, a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group (UHG), causing disruption to the Change Healthcare platform and affecting pharmacy transactions across the US. ALPHV/BlackCat is back Last December, US law enforcement successfully shut down the ransomware group’s websites, and the FBI developed a decryption tool. Despite this setback, the group quickly recovered and resumed its activities. On Wednesday, the group published a statement on their … More → The post ALPHV/BlackCat threatens to leak data stolen in Change Healthcare cyberattack appeared first on Help Net Security.
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How organizations can navigate identity security risks in 2024

Managing IAM challenges in hybrid IT environments requires a holistic approach, integrating solutions and automating processes to ensure effective access controls and operational efficiency. In this Help Net Security interview, Deepak Taneja, CEO of Zilla Security, discusses identity security risks and threats. Looking ahead, innovative solutions leveraging AI and automation offer promising avenues to simplify identity management and enhance security in modern work environments. What are the most pressing identity security risks and threats for … More → The post How organizations can navigate identity security risks in 2024 appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Inside the book: Androids – The Team That Built the Android Operating System

In 2004, Android was two people who wanted to build camera software but couldn’t get investors interested. Android is a large team at Google today, delivering an OS to over 3 billion devices worldwide. In this Help Net Security video, Chet Haase discusses his new book – “Androids: The Team that Built the Android Operating System.” This is a first-hand chronological account of how the startup began, how the team came together, and how they … More → The post Inside the book: Androids – The Team That Built the Android Operating System appeared first on Help Net Security.
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What Is a Construction Site? Site Planning and Site Inspection 101

There’s much to plan in construction. While the building gets the attention, there are equally important functions happening outside of the final product. For example, the construction site. This is where all the work takes place, and that work can… Read More The post What Is a Construction Site? Site Planning and Site Inspection 101 appeared first on ProjectManager.
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Researchers harness 2D magnetic materials for energy-efficient computing

Researchers used ultrathin van der Waals materials to create an electron magnet that can be switched at room temperature. This type of magnet could be used to build magnetic processors or memories that would consume far less energy than traditional devices made from silicon.
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