Massive Data Leak Exposes Millions of Customers at India's Star Health
Sensitive personal and medical data from millions of customers of Star Health, India’s largest standalone health insurer, has been compromised in a massive data leak. The breach has reportedly exposed a staggering 7.24 terabytes of data, including over 31 million…
# UK Telecoms Minister Calls for Infrastructure Sharing to Enhance Fibre Network Expansion
UK Telecoms Minister Chris Bryant has made a compelling case for better collaboration among broadband providers to share telecommunications infrastructure. At the recent Connected Britain event, he highlighted the pressing need to address the rising number of telegraph poles dotting…
China’s New Guidelines on Sensitive Personal Data: Key Implications for Digital Privacy
In a significant step towards strengthening digital privacy, China’s National Information Security Standardization Technical Committee (TC260) has unveiled new guidelines titled ‘Cybersecurity Standard Practice Guidelines – Sensitive Personal Information Identification.’ With rising concerns over personal data misuse, these guidelines aim…
US Judiciary Faces Election-Year Cyber Risks: A Call for Vigilance
As the 2024 election season approaches, the US judiciary is confronted with potential cyber threats that demand immediate attention. Judge Michael Scudder, chairman of the judiciary’s IT committee, recently emphasized this concern during a US Judicial Conference meeting. His warning…
Taiwan’s New Regulations to Combat Telecom Fraud
In a proactive move to curb telecom fraud, Taiwan’s government is instituting new regulations aimed at safeguarding its telecommunications sector. Proposed by the Ministry of Digital Affairs, these regulations focus specifically on the management of four-digit telephone numbers that start…
Innovative Partnership in Submarine Communications: Sparkle, University of Genoa, and SubOptic Launch Groundbreaking Program
In an era where global connectivity is paramount, a collaborative initiative involving Sparkle, the University of Genoa, and the SubOptic Foundation promises to transform the landscape of submarine communications education. This partnership unveils the world’s first postgraduate degree specifically focused…
SoftBank and Intelsat: Pioneering Global Connectivity in the Digital Age
In a significant leap towards enhancing global communications, SoftBank has partnered with Intelsat to establish a groundbreaking hybrid initiative that combines terrestrial and satellite networks. This collaboration aims to create a ‘Ubiquitous Network’ that promises uninterrupted connectivity regardless of geographical…
FBI Takes Down Another Chinese Hacking Group 'Flax Typhoon'
The landscape of cybersecurity continues to shift dramatically as the FBI announces it has disrupted a significant Chinese hacking group known as ‘Flax Typhoon.’ This group, reportedly connected to Chinese state-sponsored cyber operations, had managed to compromise thousands of devices…
UK’s Ofcom Demands Clear Broadband Labels for Enhanced Consumer Understanding
In today’s digital landscape, where consumers rely heavily on broadband services, clarity about the underlying technology is essential. Recent changes introduced by Ofcom, the UK’s communication regulator, aim to enhance transparency in the broadband industry by mandating more specific labeling…
Enhancing Connectivity in India: TRAI's Strategic Recommendations for Virtual Network Operators
The telecommunications landscape in India is on the brink of transformation, thanks to the recent proposals made by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). The authority aims to introduce greater flexibility for Virtual Network Operators (VNOs) to boost connectivity…
