There’s a harsh reality staring every business and individual squarely in the face: cyber crime isn’t just a distant threat floating in the ether—it’s a deeply entrenched menace that exploits the smallest cracks in digital security. When a man was recently convicted in Singapore for his involvement in a shadowyContinue Reading
Imagine waking up one morning, ready to embark on a journey, only to find your check-in process completely frozen. No scans, no boarding passes, just a swarm of frustrated travelers stuck in endless queues. That’s precisely what Europe experienced when Collins Aerospace, a major player in aviation technology, fell victimContinue Reading
Picture this: thousands of passengers stranded, check-in counters frozen, and flights delayed or cancelled across Europe—all because a shadowy cyberattack struck at the heart of airport operations. The unsettling reality we’re facing today is the escalating audacity of ransomware gangs. No longer content with just the usual financial scams, theseContinue Reading
Malaysia stands at a pivotal crossroads, struggling to tame the wild frontier of AI-generated deepfake pornography that’s weaponized against its own lawmakers. Just over a frantic five-day stretch, ten MPs and senators became targets of a chilling blackmail scheme—each coerced with threats of releasing fabricated sexually explicit videos in exchangeContinue Reading
Malicious attacks on critical communication channels are no longer distant nightmares confined to tech headlines—they are urgent realities that businesses, especially SMEs in Singapore, must grapple with daily. The recent revelation of a malware-laden email impersonating a US congressman, aimed explicitly at spying on sensitive trade negotiations with China, highlightsContinue Reading
Every time those multi-coloured lights flash on your screen as Singpass scans your face, it’s more than a routine security check—it’s a barrier actively working to keep fraudsters at bay. This isn’t just technology doing its job on autopilot; behind the scenes is an indefatigable team dedicated to safeguarding millionsContinue Reading
Every time I hear figures like these, a chill runs down my spine. Over 9,200 cyber attacks targeting the South Korean military in just six months of 2025. A staggering 44.7% spike from the previous year. The sheer magnitude of this escalation isn’t just a statistic; it’s a colossal wake-upContinue Reading
When news broke out about the recent hacking attempt on RedeemSG, it immediately drew attention—not just because it targeted a government digital voucher system, but because it underscored a stark reality: no entity, big or small, is invulnerable in today’s digital landscape. A 39-year-old man was arrested shortly after suspiciousContinue Reading
Crypto’s rollercoaster saga has always been a spectacle that refuses to fade into the background. After the tumultuous crashes and headline-shaking collapses of 2022, many expected crypto to slow down, or at least hit some pause. Instead, it’s roaring back with unrelenting energy—bitcoin soaring past a staggering US$100,000, the hallsContinue Reading
Imagine the layers of deception and the high-stakes chess game being played out in the digital shadows. A notorious Russian hacking group, known for its elusive operations, has been masquerading as a reputable cybersecurity giant. This isn’t just any hacking spree; it’s a meticulously orchestrated cyber-espionage campaign targeting foreign embassiesContinue Reading
