Finally: Merit-based hiring for the feds

The Office of Personnel Management has rolled out a new merit-based hiring plan aimed at shaking up the federal hiring process. This initiative could bring big changes, like eliminating racial quotas and emphasising applicants’ commitment to the Constitution. It’s about time we focused on actual qualifications instead of who fits into a particular box! Source: […]

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The Supreme Court’s gender ruling has implications for the workplace. Here’s what employees can expect

Nexis Newsdesk is an advanced media monitoring and analysis platform that offers users access to a wealth of licensed news content from various sources. You can easily track your interests and stay on top of industry trends with essential features like sentiment analysis and real-time alerts. Key Points Provides access to a vast range of […]

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EEOC pulls funding from joint state, local transgender bias investigations

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has made headlines with its recent decision to withdraw funding for joint state and local investigations involving transgender employee discrimination. This move signals a significant shift in the agency’s approach to enforcing anti-discrimination laws in the workplace. Key Points On May 20, 2025, the EEOC communicated through a […]

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News brief: Week’s top breaches stem from third-party attacks

Summary This week’s news highlighted significant data breaches predominantly arising from third-party vulnerabilities. Prominent companies, including ConnectWise, LexisNexis, and Victoria’s Secret, reported breaches impacting customer data and operational integrity. A report from PwC pointed out that organisations are most concerned about threats they feel unprepared to tackle, such as cloud-related issues and third-party breaches. The […]

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Intelligent Management Protection Corp. (“IPM”) to Participate in the “2025 Virtual Tech Conference: Discover the Innovations Reshaping Tomorrow” Virtual Conference Presented by Maxim Group LLC on Tuesday, June 3rd – Thursday, June 5th at 9:00 a.m. EDT

JERICHO, NY, May 30, 2025 (Newswire.com) – IPM (Nasdaq:IPM), a managed technology solutions provider focused on cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure, announced today that Company CEO Jason Katz has been invited to present at the “2025 Virtual Tech Conference: Discover the Innovations Reshaping Tomorrow,” presented by Maxim Group LLC, on Tuesday, June 3rd – Thursday, June […]

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Spy-catcher saw “stupid” tech errors others made. FBI says he then made his own.

Nathan Laatsch, a cybersecurity employee at the Defense Intelligence Agency, made some pretty spectacular blunders while attempting to leak classified information. Despite his role in monitoring internal threats, he underestimated the risks and made some egregious mistakes that ultimately led to his downfall. Key Points Laatsch believed he could avoid detection while leaking sensitive information […]

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What is triple extortion ransomware?

A recent article by Alexander S. Gillis and Sean Michael Kerner dives into the concerning rise of triple extortion ransomware, where cybercriminals target victims through multiple attack vectors. This security threat is becoming increasingly rampant, making it essential reading for anyone interested in cybersecurity and data protection. Source: TechTarget Key Points Triple extortion ransomware adds […]

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AI drives cyber strategies, security execs say

Arctic Wolf’s latest report reveals that basic vulnerabilities are still the primary culprits behind most cyberattacks. However, security executives are increasingly worried about AI-related risks. With over 1,200 leaders surveyed across 15 countries, the findings highlight a shift in focus to AI in cybersecurity strategies. Source: CIO Dive Key Points 30% of cybersecurity executives view […]

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