The Data Lab announced the kickoff of a pilot project involving Edinburgh Napier University, NHS National Services Scotland and industry collaborator Spiritus Development Limited intended to demonstrate the benefits of a blockchain-enabled assurance layer for tracking medical devices through their lifecycle. (more…)
September 14, 2017
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New research from Avast, the provider of digital security products, reveals an uptick in attacks targeting android smartphones and tablets in Q2/2017 of nearly 40% as compared to the same period last year. (more…)
September 13, 2017
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The Z-Wave Alliance, an open consortium of global companies deploying the Z-Wave smart home standard, announces the addition of ICT solutions provider, Huawei, to the Alliance board of directors. (more…)
September 11, 2017
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On Friday evening, NCC Group and Cyber Security Challenge UK ran a competition which saw 25 extraordinary code breaking amateurs from across the UK battle each other to ethically hack common Internet of Things (IoT) devices, including remote controlled cars, CCTV cameras and even children’s dolls. (more…)
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devolo will be showcasing the next major updates for its smart home system Home Control at IFA 2017. Smart Home technology is expected to be one of the main themes at IFA this year. devolo Home Control provides an easy-to-use, DIY solution for improving safety, comfort and energy savings in the home. (more…)
September 6, 2017
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ADT recently surpassed two million interactive security subscribers in North America and Comcast crossed the one million subscriber mark to challenge Vivint for second place in the market. Strategy Analytics’ report published here discusses the latest industry rankings, (more…)
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You wouldn’t leave your front door open for the day, would you? That’s just common sense. This kind of security sense applies to a business’s digital assets too, however it may not be enforced as diligently. When it comes to protecting digital data, it all starts with being aware. (more…)
September 5, 2017
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ESET, the global cybersecurity company, published the discovery of a new, advanced backdoor used by the notorious hacking group Turla. Dubbed Gazer, ESET researchers are first to document this newly identified backdoor, actively deployed since 2016, targeting European institutions. (more…)
September 1, 2017
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ANALYSIS: Since Apple revealed in June that it will start shipping an intelligent home speaker, HomePod in December excitement has focused on its audio capabilities. This focus suits Cupertino which is giving little away on its smart home capabilities which will have to play catch-up with Amazon and Google. (more…)
August 29, 2017
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Lastline, Inc, the provider of advanced malware protection, released results of a survey that underscores how cybercrime continues to plague organisations. The survey of 134 Black Hat USA 2017 attendees found that nearly 55% of respondents have suffered a cyberattack (more…)
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