According to the 2024 Verizon Mobile Security Index report, the growth of mobile computing and IoT is exponentially expanding the attack surface that needs protection, which in turn will require a matching focus on ensuring sufficient mobile security processes, policies and investments.

UN member states on Thursday approved a treaty targeting cybercrime, the body's first such text, despite fierce opposition from human rights activists who have warned of potential surveillance dangers.

According to a joint statement by the US Department of State and the Kingdom of Sweden Ministry for Foreign Affairs, both countries will identify synergies and explore possibilities to create a joint ecosystem for research and development in 6G technology and applications, as well as support pathways to cultivate wireless communications for economic, environmental, and societal impact.

The CrowdStrike failure cost between $400 million and $1.5 billion, according to preliminary estimations. 

The population living in cities continues to grow and leaders are looking to technology such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help them solve some of their most pressing issues.

MEF, a global industry association of network, cloud, security, and technology providers accelerating enterprise digital transformation, has announced the conference program for its upcoming Global Network-as-a-Service Event (GNE).

ICT talents will be instrumental in pushing the boundaries of innovation, fostering collaboration, and addressing challenges to build a more connected and inclusive world. Their skills, creativity, and commitment to ethical principles will shape the future of global connectivity for generations to come.

According to a risk and privacy management specialist, over 5.3 billion data records have been breached in cyber security incidents in April 2024. This alarming figure brings to light the importance of a connected security approach which combines cyber and physical security.

In North America, the surge in digital lifestyles and the subsequent explosion of web traffic have prompted telecom operators to harness AI for network traffic analysis. This allows them to optimize performance, manage congestion, and enhance user experiences in an increasingly connected world.

A global internet outage has caused widespread telecommunication breakdowns and shutdowns of Windows operating systems, leading to chaos at broadcasting stations, airports, railways, and banks.