Cyber Security Today, Oct. 6, 2023 – The Qakbot gang is still operating
The Qakbot gang is still operating. Welcome to Cyber Security Today. It’s Friday, October 6th, 2023. I’m Howard Solomon, contributing reporter on cybersecurity for ITWorldCanada.com and TechNewsday.com in the U.S. The operators behind the Qakbot malware are still going strong. In August law enforcement agencies from seven countries said they
Read moreMicrosoft and Terragon Fuel Data-Driven Marketing in Africa
Microsoft, in collaboration with Terragon, aims to empower African businesses with valuable customer insights through a three-year partnership. Terragon plans to utilize Microsoft’s cloud technologies to bolster its marketing technology (MarTech) offerings, while advancing Microsoft’s cloud-driven digital transformation ambitions. Terragon specializes in leveraging data and technology to create Africa’s most
Read moreSome gen AI vendors say they’ll defend customers from IP lawsuits. Others, not so much
A person using generative AI — models that generate text, images, music and more given a prompt — could infringe on someone else’s copyright through no fault of their own. But who’s on the hook for the legal fees and damages if — or rather, when — that happens? It
Read moreDon’t miss this online event for devs, engineers and architects
Developers, engineers and architects, lend me your ears! Whether you’re focused on the cloud or infrastructure, whether you’re ensuring site reliability, or whether you’re a full-stack or platform developer, this opportunity slides right into your wheelhouse. Invest an hour of your time — on Wednesday, October 11 at 1:00 p.m.
Read moreSpotify spotted prepping a $19.99/mo ‘Superpremium’ service with lossless audio, AI playlists and more
It looks like Spotify’s rumored “Superpremium” offering is gearing up for a launch. According to references discovered in the Spotify app’s code by Chris Messina, the Superpremium service now has a flashy logo and a longer list of features beyond the 24-bit lossless audio we’ve been anticipating. In fact, the
Read moreHow founders should approach TAM when venture capital is scarce
We’re definitely in a down market, but for entrepreneurs eager to build and scale, venture capital is always scarce.
Read moreSearch engines, social media platforms to come under Canada’s AI law, says government
The government of Canada has come through with more information on amendments to its proposed privacy and artificial intelligence legislation, although the exact wording in some cases isn’t detailed. Whether this will be enough to satisfy business and academic critics, as well as opposition MPs, to help speed the legislation
Read moreAfrica Awards Recognize Outstanding Women in Tech
Absa and Women in Tech (WiT) proudly hosted the second edition of the Women in Tech Africa Awards on October 5, 2023, at Cape Town’s elegant Mount Nelson Hotel. This prestigious event celebrated outstanding individuals from across the African continent who have made remarkable contributions to the technology industry. Award
Read moreMGM Resorts attack cost it US$100 million in lost revenue — plus US$10 million in cyber expenses
Last month’s cyber attack by the AlphV ransomware gang on MGM Resorts cost the company at least US$100 million in disruption and lost business, plus another US$10 million in IT recovery costs, it said in a regulatory filing. The Thursday filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commissioner also says
Read moreRobert Half Canada unveils 2024 job market report
Robert Half Canada, a talent solutions provider, has released its 2024 salary guide, offering a comprehensive analysis of the current job market. The report shares insights into the evolving landscape of compensation, career priorities, and recruiting strategies, reflecting the challenges and opportunities faced by both employers and job seekers in
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