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At 59 Degrees North, we’re more than just cybersecurity professionals. We are passionate individuals with a deep, genuine interest in the field. Our commitment goes beyond the surface; we take pride in our thorough understanding and dedication to staying ahead of the latest trends and developments in cybersecurity.
This page is dedicated to sharing what excites us most about cybersecurity. Here, you'll discover in-depth articles and papers that provide detailed insights and analysis on key topics. We bring you the latest news and updates on recent happenings and trends in the cybersecurity world. Our expert opinions offer thoughts and perspectives on important developments and emerging threats.
Changes to Microsoft’s MFA policy
For this newsletter we look at the changes that are coming to the MFA policy for the users of Microsoft Entra.
Starting from October, Microsoft has stated that it will enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for the customers of its Entra platform, a move that’s aimed at bolstering security and protecting customer data from increasing cyber threats.
Telegram Founder Arrest Sparks Debate Over Platform Security
In this newsletter we look at the recent arrest of Pavel Durov.
Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, has been arrested in France amid an investigation into the platform's security practices. This incident raises critical questions about balancing privacy with preventing criminal activities, highlighting the evolving challenges in digital communication security.
Preparation for Quantum Computing has Begun
In this newsletter, we look at the new NIST algorithms written to prepare for quantum computers.
On Tuesday, NIST made a major announcement at the White House about new cryptographic standards designed to address emerging technological threats. This advancement marks a crucial step in preparing for the future of cybersecurity in the age of quantum computing.
Changes and the new cybersecurity act.
In this newsletter we take a look at the changes that could be coming to the new cybersecurity act in the coming times.
Recent cyberattacks on MediSecure, Optus, and Latitude show we need stronger defenses. Cyber incidents now happen every six minutes, and ransomware attacks have skyrocketed since COVID-19. In response, the Australian government introduced the Cybersecurity Act, requiring key sectors to report ransom payments for better transparency.
City of Columbus Cybersecurity Outage
Currently the City of Columbus is still battling their own cybersecurity incident. Although currently no information has been released about the details, the city severed the internet connection to protect the personal information and data of its citizens.
Employees do not have access to their emails, and although essential services are still running, they're barebones of their full capabilities. This is still ongoing, with the possibility of the FBI being involved if need be. We've brought together the current most recent information that there is about the situation.
BBCs Research into DeepFakes on X.
Today we look at the work BBCs Disinformation and Social Media Correspondent Marianna Spring has done to discover deepfake content on X.
The BBC’s Undercover Voter Project has revealed how deepfake content is spreading misinformation ahead of the UK’s general election. Despite policies against such content, social media platforms like X are slow to act, allowing damaging misinformation to persist.
Synnovis Ransomware Attack Disrupts London Hospitals’ Operations
For this newsletter, we look at news around cybersecurity this week, in particular the healthcare section.
Synnovis ransomware attack.
A recent ransomware attack on Synnovis, a key pathology service provider, has disrupted healthcare operations across several London hospitals. This incident highlights the critical importance of cybersecurity measures in the healthcare sector. Delays in medical testing and diagnostics have impacted patient care, underscoring the dependency on secure digital systems.
Our first newsletter - AI and malware detection
For our first ever newsletter, we took a look at some wonderful research from Los Alamos National Laboratory relating to AI and malware detection, something right up the alley of anyone working in this industry.
Welcome to our first self-written article!
With this, I’ve decided to bring you something that focuses on what we often discuss through our work and the stories we highlight – cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), and the intersection between these worlds. The story I want to delve into today combines both.