As the digital landscape continuously shifts, regulatory compliance remains a cornerstone for firms striving to merge the worlds of traditional finance and crypto-native sectors. Hex Trust, a stalwart custodian for digital assets, has taken a decisive leap in the Middle East by securing a new virtual asset service provider (VASP) license from Dubai’s Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA). Much more
In an era where digital innovation has become the norm, the introduction of Malaysia’s first digital asset fund marks a significant leap toward modern investing. Cross Light Capital, striking up a partnership with Affin Hwang Asset Management, has launched the Performa Digital Asset Fund, a bold initiative serving as a beacon for sophisticated investors looking to dive into the growing
The burgeoning world of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) is undergoing a seismic shift in South Korea, as the government sets its sights on a more regulated digital landscape. With the advent of the Virtual Asset User Protection Act, poised to take effect on July 19th, a new chapter is beginning for players in the NFT space. This legislative move is indicative
In the face of rising cyber threats, the UK has set a new standard for consumer connectable product security. This development is reshaping the landscape for smartphone manufacturers and highlighting the critical role of security updates. Tech giants like Apple, Google, and Samsung are responding to these changes, not only to comply with legal requirements but also to compete for
The blockchain revolution has ushered in an era of decentralized finance (DeFi), a groundbreaking shift that promises to democratize financial systems by eliminating intermediaries. However, with great innovation comes new challenges, particularly in the realm of security. Highly publicized vulnerabilities such as front running and sandwich attacks threaten to undermine the integrity and efficiency of DeFi platforms. These exploitative tactics
If you’re running an e-commerce site through WordPress and leveraging the WooCommerce Amazon Affiliates (WZone) plugin for revenue, an unnerving question looms: Is your site secure? With over 35,000 sales, WZone has enjoyed popularity among website owners and bloggers monetizing their sites through Amazon’s affiliate program. However, the recent revelation of serious security vulnerabilities by the team at Patchstack has
The digital landscape is ever-evolving, and with it, the threats to web security are becoming more advanced and harder to detect. Traditional browser isolation methods are becoming outdated and insufficient for tackling the modern web’s challenges. Enter Secure Browser Extensions, a technology poised to reinvent the approach to browser security. As we delve deeper into the realm of modern cybersecurity,
In the realm of cyber warfare, a new specter looms over Ukraine, casting a shadow of concern across its defense forces. The emergence of a cyber espionage campaign codenamed SickSync marks a chilling escalation in digital hostilities, with the pervasive SPECTR malware at its core. The campaign’s sophistication lies in the subterfuge of spear-phishing attacks, where attackers dispatch entrapments –
In the bustling world of finance, a revolutionary wave powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic (algo) trading is sweeping through institutional trading desks. As the financial sector plunges deeper into the digital age, keeping pace with burgeoning technologies is no longer optional for firms; it’s a critical survival strategy. This profound shift heralds a new era where efficiency, data-driven
The world of telecommunications is reeling from the latest alleged cyber attack. Absolute Telecom PTE Ltd, a Singapore-based telecommunications firm known for its corporate voice call solutions, seems to be the newest target. A hacker using the alias GhostR claims to have exfiltrated more than 34 gigabytes of sensitive data. If true, the implications for privacy, identity theft, and financial
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more intertwined with daily computing, Microsoft’s Recall promised a revolutionary approach to user interaction with their digital history. By capturing screenshots and affording users the ability to search with natural language, Recall seemed poised to redefine efficiency and personal ease in computing tasks. However, alongside this innovation came a wave of privacy
The Canadian real estate sector is on the cusp of a major overhaul, thanks to the combined forces of VoPay and Avesdo. This power duo has crafted a state-of-the-art digital payment solution, now an integral part of Avesdo’s Transaction Management System (TMS). This breakthrough is set to significantly expedite the presale phase of property transactions, which traditionally has been bogged
