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DevOps

Enhancing Vulnerability Management in Jira: Atlassian’s Collaborative Approach for DevSecOps Success

Atlassian announced today that it has formed partnerships with Snyk, Mend, Lacework, StackHawk, and JFrog to facilitate vulnerability management within Jira, its project management software. With these collaborations, Atlassian aims to make it easier for DevOps teams to prioritize vulnerabilities and assign required work to a CI/CD pipeline, thus streamlining the vulnerability response process. Overview of collaborations Through the collaborations,

June 6, 2023

Fintech Blockchain

Inside the Atomic Wallet Hack: North Korea Connection and the Sinbad.io Crypto Mixer

The world of crypto has become a hotbed for hackers and cybercriminals in recent years, and the latest victim of such crime is Atomic Wallet. The company recently suffered a hack that resulted in the loss of up to $35 million, and investigations reveal that the funds have been traced to a crypto mixer favored by North Korea’s notorious cyber-hacking

June 6, 2023

Data Science

Data Privacy Practices Every Business Should Implement to Protect Its Assets

In today’s digital landscape, data privacy is more important than ever. With the ever-increasing amount of data that companies collect and store, the risk of sensitive information falling into the wrong hands has never been higher. As such, businesses need to take concrete steps to protect themselves from malicious actors who aim to exploit cybersecurity vulnerabilities and gain access to

June 5, 2023

Cyber Security

Beware the CMDStealer: Cybercriminals’ New Tool to Exploit Online Banking Vulnerabilities in Latin American and European Countries

Cybercriminals continue to target unsuspecting victims around the world, using advanced tactics and techniques to compromise online accounts and steal valuable data. The latest campaign to emerge on the scene is Operation CMDStealer, a series of attacks carried out by a Brazilian threat actor targeting Spanish and Portuguese-speaking victims in Mexico, Peru and Portugal. This campaign, which has been attributed

June 5, 2023

Fintech Blockchain

Navigating Regulatory Storms: Richard Teng, The Potential Successor Set To Steer Binance Towards Compliance and Global Cooperation

Binance, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has recently faced several regulatory setbacks. Following CEO Zhao Changpeng’s potential resignation, rumors about the cryptocurrency exchange’s next leader have surfaced. According to reports, Richard Teng, Binance’s head of regional markets outside the US, could succeed Zhao. This article delves into Binance’s regulatory troubles and explores Teng’s appointment as CEO in Singapore

June 5, 2023

Cyber Security

More than 30 malicious extensions have been found in the Chrome Web Store potentially affecting millions of users

Web browsers have become an essential tool for work, communication, and entertainment in the digital age. However, with the increasing use of technology, cybercriminals have also developed new ways to exploit vulnerabilities and infiltrate users’ devices. Recently, security researchers identified malicious extensions in the Chrome Web Store, potentially affecting millions of users. In this article, we will explore the details

June 5, 2023

DevOps

How a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) Can Improve Supply Chain Security

The software supply chain has become increasingly complex, with numerous software components being used in modern applications. These components are often provided by third-party vendors, which can pose a significant security risk. In recent years, there have been several high-profile cyberattacks that have exploited vulnerabilities in software components, demonstrating the need for better transparency and security in the software supply

June 5, 2023

DevOps

Cryptocurrency markets experienced a significant intraday drop following the SEC lawsuit against Binance

Cryptocurrency markets have experienced a significant intraday drop in response to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) revealing that it has sued Binance, its US subsidiary Binance.US, and the exchange’s founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ). The announcement has shaken the crypto markets, causing Bitcoin (BTC) to drop by almost 5% and Ether (ETH) to fall by nearly 4%. This sudden

June 5, 2023

Fintech Blockchain

Ethereum’s Role in the Exploding NFT Craze: The Advantages, Disadvantages, and Future of the Smart Contracts Platform

Ethereum’s smart contract technology has revolutionized the blockchain space. Since its inception in 2015, Ethereum has emerged as the go-to platform for smart contracts. The platform’s innovation has led to groundbreaking blockchain projects, including the explosive growth of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and decentralized finance (DeFi). This article will highlight Ethereum’s use in NFTs and DeFi, the recent Ethereum merge, its

June 5, 2023

Cyber Security

Tech Industry Acquisitions Showcase the Rising Significance of Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity Solutions

Digital transformation and cybersecurity provider Noventiq is set to merge with special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), Corner Growth Acquisition Corp. The move will create a new entity known as NVIQ, which is expected to go public on Nasdaq. The deal values Noventiq at a pro forma enterprise value of $800 million and a pro forma equity market cap of $1

June 5, 2023

Fintech Blockchain

Shifting Tech Trends: Cryptocurrency Takes a Backseat as AI Soars to the Forefront

Cryptocurrencies have had a tumultuous journey, with their value fluctuating wildly over the years. Despite market shifts, institutional interest in cryptocurrencies remains a vital part of the industry. In this article, we will delve into the search trends for cryptocurrencies and artificial intelligence (AI), highlighting important findings and industry trends. Nigeria leads in crypto-related searches, according to recent findings. The

June 5, 2023

DevOps

XRP’s Influx of Capital Instills Bullish Sentiment, but Can It Reach $10 in 2023?

Over the past few years, XRP has been a consistent player in the cryptocurrency market, with its popularity and value often ranking among the top 5 cryptocurrencies by market cap. However, recent news surrounding XRP suggests that the cryptocurrency has experienced a significant influx of capital, amounting to $2 billion. This surge in market cap and trading volume has instilled

June 4, 2023