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Fixed wireless access (FWA) is a secure networking option

CIO

This shows that many modern cyber security challenges are network-agnostic, which means the most popular cyber attack methods typically don’t focus on the network technology the company uses to access the internet. The need for improved rural internet service has been recognized by both governments and businesses alike.

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Backed by Sequoia Southeast Asia, SquareX protects web users with disposable browsers

TechCrunch

Before launching SquareX, Ramachandran was the founder of Pentester Academy, a cloud-based cybersecurity training startup that lets users and enterprises study how hackers break into their company. Ramachandran said SquareX is intended as a alternative to VPN, anti-virus, anti-malware and other endpoint security solutions.

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10 things to watch out for with open source gen AI

CIO

Companies are already very familiar with using open source code. As a result of all this experience, companies should know what to do to make sure they’re using properly-licensed code, how to check for vulnerabilities, and how to keep everything patched and up-to-date. Here are the top ones. This is a big problem in the gen AI space.

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Window Snyder’s new startup Thistle Technologies raises $2.5M seed to secure IoT devices

TechCrunch

The Internet of Things has a security problem. The past decade has seen wave after wave of new internet-connected devices, from sensors through to webcams and smart home tech, often manufactured in bulk but with little — if any — consideration to security.

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Advantages and Disadvantages of Firewall in Computer Network

The Crazy Programmer

The computer connected with the internet can be more likely to get affected by viruses and cyber-attacks. In that case, the users need to have a protective shield that protects the computer and its important files from any virus, malware, or harmful element that can affect the device. What is Firewall in Computer Network?

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The Importance of Having Proper DMARC Records

The Crazy Programmer

The email validation system, known as DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance), is meant to safeguard your company’s email domain from being exploited for phishing, email spoofing , and other cybercrimes. Since then, the use of DMARC has grown and expanded throughout the internet.

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Cloudflare to acquire Area 1 Security, a startup that blocks phishing emails

TechCrunch

The company will use both cash and stock to fund the acquisition. These security solutions prevent data loss, malware or phishing attacks even if employees aren’t in the office or aren’t using a corporate VPN. With today’s acquisition, the company is adding a mature email security product to its zero trust offering.

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