FBI closes diversity office amid growing political debate
FBI closes diversity office amid growing political debate

The FBI has officially confirmed the closure of its Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), a move that has sparked political controversy and raised questions about the agencys direction under the incoming administration. The announcement, made public by the agency in a statement to Fox...

UAE leaders commemorate Jan 17 as day of 'resilience and solidarity' following Houthi attack
UAE leaders commemorate Jan 17 as day of 'resilience and solidarity' following Houthi attack

On January 17, the UAE marks a day of strength, resilience, and solidarity, reflecting on the tragic Houthi attack that took place exactly three years ago. President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, in a post on X, paid tribute to the nations enduring spirit, highlighting the values that define the UAE....

Washington ramps up security for Trump inauguration
Washington ramps up security for Trump inauguration

With endless perimeter fencing, all-seeing drones and some 25,000 security personnel, the US capital is preparing for Donald Trumps presidential inauguration in an unprecedented protective posture after an election cycle marked by violence. Washington is used to high-profile, high-risk...

US, Thailand sign civil nuclear cooperation agreement
US, Thailand sign civil nuclear cooperation agreement

On January 14, the United States and Thailand took a significant step in their bilateral relations by signing an Agreement for Cooperation Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy, also known as the 123 Agreement. The signing ceremony, held in Bangkok, saw U.S. Ambassador Robert F. Godec and...

US, Japan, South Korea issue joint warning on North Korea cryptocurrency theft
US, Japan, South Korea issue joint warning on North Korea cryptocurrency theft

The United States, Japan, and South Korea released a joint statement highlighting the threat posed by Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea (DPRK) cyber actors targeting the global cryptocurrency industry. The statement underscores ongoing concerns about DPRKs use of cyber thefts to fund its...

Quad marks 20th anniversary, highlights ongoing cooperation on global challenges
Quad marks 20th anniversary, highlights ongoing cooperation on global challenges

In a joint statement issued on the 20th anniversary of Quad cooperation, the United States, Australia, India, and Japan reaffirmed their commitment to promoting a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. The Quad, initially formed in response to the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake...

US telecom giants confirm Salt Typhoon cyberespionage, reassure on network security
US telecom giants confirm Salt Typhoon cyberespionage, reassure on network security

Chinese-linked Salt Typhoon hackers targeted U.S. telecom giants ATT and Verizon, both companies confirmed Saturday. Despite the breaches, both carriers assured their networks remain secure after working closely with law enforcement and government agencies, reports Reuters. An ATT spokesperson...

Hackers compromise multiple Chrome extensions in widespread cyberattack, experts say
Hackers compromise multiple Chrome extensions in widespread cyberattack, experts say

Hackers have infiltrated a range of companies Chrome browser extensions in a series of attacks dating back to mid-December, experts and one victim confirmed. Among the affected organizations is California-based data protection company Cyberhaven, which confirmed the breach in a statement to Reuters...

US condemns Hong Kong’s transnational crackdown on overseas activists
US condemns Hong Kong’s transnational crackdown on overseas activists

The United States has strongly condemned recent actions by the Hong Kong government, which include issuing arrest warrants and bounties for six overseas pro-democracy activists and revoking the passports of seven others, some of whom reside in the United States. In a statement released Thursday,...

Neglecting router security puts millions at risk
Neglecting router security puts millions at risk

Your home Wi-Fi is crucial for everything from banking to streaming, with many devices connected to your router. However, most people neglect securing it, and a study shows this out of sight, out of mind approach could leave millions at risk. Shocking router security facts you need to know...

Bangladesh recognizes right to uninterrupted internet access
Bangladesh recognizes right to uninterrupted internet access

Bangladesh has officially recognized the right to 24/7 internet access as a right for its citizens. Information and Broadcasting Advisor Md. Nahid Islam made the announcement on his verified social media page on Tuesday evening. He stated, The Cyber Protection Ordinance, 2024, establishes 24/7...

Japan, US condemn Russia’s escalated attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure
Japan, US condemn Russia’s escalated attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure

Japan and the United States strongly condemned Russias intensified and unjust attacks on Ukraines energy infrastructure during the third annual U.S.-Japan Energy Security Dialogue held on December 12 in Tokyo. The two nations reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine amidst ongoing...

China, US sign protocol to strengthen IP protections, security
China, US sign protocol to strengthen IP protections, security

China, and the United States signed a protocol On December 13, 2024 (Washington local time), to amend and extend the U.S.-PRC Science and Technology Agreement (STA) for another five years. This modernization of the STA aims to bolster intellectual property protections, enhance transparency, and...

Human Rights Watch warns new El Salvador laws threaten free expression, privacy
Human Rights Watch warns new El Salvador laws threaten free expression, privacy

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has raised alarm over El Salvadors newly approved cybersecurity and data protection laws, warning that the legislation could undermine media freedom and citizens privacy rights. The laws, passed by the Legislative Assembly on November 12, 2024, give the government sweeping...

Jordan calls for preservation of Syria's unity and security amid political crisis
Jordan calls for preservation of Syria's unity and security amid political crisis

Jordan has emphasized the importance of maintaining Syrias stability and unity in light of the rapidly evolving situation in the country, according to a statement from the government on Sunday. The comments come after Syrian President Bashar al-Assad fled Damascus, with militants seizing control...

Businesspeople call for security
Businesspeople call for security

Instability in the garment sector continues to persist. Since the beginning of this year, there have been protests over wages, factory attacks over the dominance of the Jhut business after the fall of the government, and most recently, a violent incident where workers attacked the factory owners...

North Korean hackers steal billions in crypto, posing as VCs, recruiters, IT pros
North Korean hackers steal billions in crypto, posing as VCs, recruiters, IT pros

Security researchers have revealed a new dimension to North Koreas cyber operations, involving imposters posing as venture capitalists, recruiters, and remote IT workers to steal cryptocurrency and corporate secrets. These efforts, they warn, have generated billions of dollars in stolen funds,...

Adviser Nahid says Govt welcomes constructive criticism from media
Adviser Nahid says Govt welcomes constructive criticism from media

Information and Broadcasting Adviser Nahid Islam has urged the media and journalists to provide constructive criticism to help improve the governments performance. He emphasized that such feedback would be valuable for refining government policies during an exchange of views with leaders of the...

Indian commandos kill 10 Maoist rebels
Indian commandos kill 10 Maoist rebels

Indian security forces killed at least 10 Maoist rebels on Friday during a firefight, according to police, as New Delhi intensifies efforts to combat the long-standing armed insurgency. More than 10,000 people have died in the decades-long insurgency waged by the Naxalite movement, who say they...

45 sentenced in prison in Hong Kong national security case
45 sentenced in prison in Hong Kong national security case

45 prominent activists were sentenced to up to 10 years in prison on Tuesday in Hong Kongs biggest national security case, reports AP. They were punished under a sweeping law imposed by Beijing that crushed a once-thriving pro-democracy movement. The convicted persons received prison terms...

NBR lifts duties on rice import
NBR lifts duties on rice import

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has lifted all import and regulatory duties on rice to ensure food security and control prices for the common people, reports BSS. To this end, the revenue authority issued a Statutory Regulatory Order (SRO) on Thursday. Earlier, the Directorate of Food...

Musk's contacts with Putin spark national security concerns for SpaceX and U.S. relations
Musk's contacts with Putin spark national security concerns for SpaceX and U.S. relations

The billionaire owner of major government contractor Space X, Elon Musk and a key ally of Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, has been in regular contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin for the last two years, The Wall Street Journal reported. A person familiar with the...