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Understanding Mis-Selling in Banks: Your Course of Action within 30 Days
Banking and insurance can be a complex world, and misselling may occur. A bank agent engages in deceptive or unfair tactics while selling insurance policies. Policies that promise outsized returns, sell unnecessary policies, or offer policies with terms and conditions contrary to those initially discussed can fall into this category. Due to the seriousness of Continue reading
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Microsoft Discloses DDoS Cyberattacks in June as Cause for Disruptions
In early June, Microsoft announced that cyberattacks caused its service disruptions. In addition to Outlook email, OneDrive file-sharing, and the company’s cloud computing platform, the company’s flagship office suite was affected. It has now been confirmed by the software giant that Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks were perpetrated by a mysterious entity called Storm-1359. Continue reading
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Preventing Water Pollution with Artificial Intelligence
The pollution of water poses significant threats to ecosystems and human health. In response to this issue, an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) project has been developed in collaboration between the computer systems company CGI and mapping experts Ordnance Survey. The goal is to predict when local river systems are most likely to be polluted, especially Continue reading
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Adding Kavach: Strengthening Security on Freight Corridors
To boost train travel safety, the Central government intends to implement Kavach, a sophisticated anti-collision mechanism, throughout the whole dedicated freight corridor (DFC) network, as stated by R K Jain, the Managing Director of the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCC). Prioritizing Safety In a statement to Business Standard, Jain stated, “We are committed Continue reading
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A Surge in Ransomware Attacks: Indian Companies Face Cybersecurity Challenges
CyberArk released a startling report on Sunday revealing that 91% of Indian organizations were affected by ransomware attacks in 2022. Indian businesses are becoming increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats, and a more robust digital security infrastructure is needed (IANS, 2023). A Rise in Double Extortion Campaigns Most companies affected by these cyber attacks paid ransoms Continue reading
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CBAM: A New Mechanism to Combat Carbon Emissions
On May 10, the European Commission and co-legislators signed the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), marking a significant stride in the global fight against climate change. As of October 1, this mechanism requires certain goods to report carbon emissions. Understanding CBAM The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism is an initiative by the EU to reduce the Continue reading
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AI-Based Trading Bot for Cryptocurrencies
Background Imagine a fintech startup, CryptAI, specializing in developing trading bots. Seeing the volatility and potential profit in cryptocurrency trading, they decided to design and develop a sophisticated AI-based trading bot that would help users maximize their profits in the cryptocurrency market. Problem Trading in the cryptocurrency market is complex, fast-paced, and operates 24/7, making Continue reading
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A Foray into the Realm of Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Smart Cities
Hello, World! Welcome to my inaugural blog post; I’m Shashank Arun Sinha. I am a Doctor of Computer Science student at Colorado Technical University, focusing on Cybersecurity and Information Assurance. This platform is my way of exploring the digital security landscape. In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, cities around the globe are becoming increasingly intelligent. Continue reading
About Me
Hello there, and welcome! I am a dedicated cybersecurity enthusiast with a deep-seated passion for digital forensics, ethical hacking, and the endless chess game that is network security. While I wear many hats, you could primarily describe me as a constant learner.
Recent Posts
- AI in Autonomous Vehicles: Current Progress and Future Prospects
- Mitigating AI Bias: Technical and Human Interventions for Equitable Systems
- AI and Cybersecurity: Enhancing Protection Measures
- The Role of Cybersecurity in Remote Work Environments
- Zero Trust Architecture: Is It the Future of Cybersecurity?