Japan Airlines’ System Restored after Cyberattack
Japan Airlines (JAL) said Thursday that its network system has been restored after a cyberattack earlier in the day disrupted luggage services and delayed some flights.
Bluesky Unveils Trending Topics Feature for Global Users
On Christmas Day, social network Bluesky announced it is testing a new "Trending Topics" feature, now accessible on both desktop and mobile platforms for users worldwide.
UNGA Adopts Milestone Treaty against Cybercrime
The UN General Assembly adopted the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, a landmark global treaty in bolstering international cooperation in the fight against such crimes.
Crypto Mogul Kwon’s Appeal against Extradition Verdict Rejected
Montenegro's Constitutional Court has dismissed an appeal lodged by South Korean crypto mogul Do Kwon over a verdict on his extradition, a report said.
Iran Lifts Ban on WhatsApp and Google Play
Iranian authorities have lifted bans on WhatsApp and Google Play, marking a rare step toward easing internet restrictions, state media reported Tuesday.
North Korean Hacker Group ‘TraderTraitor’ Steals $308M in DMM Bitcoin Crypto Heist
In May 2024, the North Korean state-backed hacker group known as TraderTraitor executed a major cryptocurrency heist, stealing 4,502.9 Bitcoin worth $308 million from Japanese crypto exchange DMM Bitcoin.
European Space Agency’s Web Shop Hacked, Exposing Customer Payment Details
The European Space Agency's (ESA) official online shop was the victim of a cyberattack.
Apple Seeks Role in Google Antitrust Trial Over Search Agreements
Apple has requested to participate in Google's upcoming U.S. antitrust trial, stating it cannot rely on Google to fully defend the lucrative revenue-sharing deals that make Google the default search engine on Apple’s Safari browser.
American Airlines Grounds Flights Nationwide on Christmas Eve Due to Technical Glitch
American Airlines temporarily halted all flights across the United States citing unspecified technical problems.
Critical Vulnerabilities Found in WordPress WPLMS Theme Plugins
Two WordPress plugins integral to the premium WPLMS theme, a popular Learning Management System (LMS) solution with over 28,000 sales, have been found to contain over a dozen critical vulnerabilities.
FTC Orders Marriott and Starwood to Strengthen Data Security Following Massive Breaches
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated that Marriott International and its subsidiary, Starwood Hotels, implement a robust data security framework after repeated failures to protect customer data.
Adobe Issues Emergency Updates to Fix Critical ColdFusion Vulnerability with Proof-of-Concept Exploit
Adobe has rolled out urgent security updates to address a critical vulnerability in its ColdFusion software.
Hackers Steal over $12.7 Billion in over 1,000 Crypto Heists to Date
Crypto criminals have stolen over $1.71 billion worth of cryptos this year, pushing total thefts to shocking levels at $12.7 billion across more than 1,000 heists to date, data showed on Monday.
How Routine Immunization Can Aid in Early Detection of Autism?
A pediatric neurologist at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, said healthcare workers can enable early detection of autism by identifying red flags specific to autism during routine immunization.
Google ‘Strongly Disagrees’ with US DOJ’s Lawsuit, Files Remedies Proposal
Criticizing the US Department of Justice (DoJ) lawsuit and its “overbroad proposal”, Google said that before it appeals in court, the company has filed its own remedies proposal, based on the actual findings in the court's decision.
Google Photos Adds New Row of Shortcuts on iOS
Google is introducing a convenient update to its Photos app for iOS users.
US, South Korea Conducting Joint Research to Block North Korean Crypto Heists
Officials said on Sunday that South Korea and the United States are conducting joint research to strengthen protection against cryptocurrency heist attempts amid growing concerns of such attacks by North Korea-linked hackers.
Monthly 5G Traffic in South Korea Likely to Surpass 1 Million TB for 1st Time
The monthly mobile data traffic running on fifth-generation (5G) networks is expected to surpass 1 million terabytes for the first time this month, industry officials said on Sunday, as news viewership soared following President Yoon Suk Yeol's surprise martial law declaration.
Record High 5.12 Million Cars Voluntarily Recalled in South Korea in 2024
The number of vehicles voluntarily recalled by automakers in South Korea reached an all-time high this year, with nearly 80 percent attributed to domestic giant Hyundai Motor Group, traffic authorities said on Sunday.
Albania Bans TikTok for One Year Amid Concerns Over Social Media’s Impact on Children
The Albanian government has announced a one-year nationwide ban on TikTok following the tragic killing of a teenager that has intensified concerns about social media's influence on children.
