All posts by Cora Quigley

Cora is a digital copywriter for SSLs.com. Having eight years of experience in online content creation, she is a versatile writer with an interest in a wide variety of topics, ranging from technology to marketing.

EU may roll back online privacy and AI laws

The European Commission has proposed major revisions to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the EU Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act). Seemingly in response to pressure from the US and big tech, Europe may soon see an easing of its tough tech regulations.

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Google files lawsuit against scam text operators

Google recently filed a civil lawsuit against 25 individuals allegedly using Lighthouse, a notorious phishing-as-a-service platform. Google believes these people are part of a relentless Chinese smishing group that has attempted to con people in over 120 countries worldwide. 

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Cyberattack targets Japan’s most popular beer

Last month, Japan experienced a shortage of one of its most popular beer brands after a major cyberattack. Asahi Group’s systems were taken offline after the hit, and it was forced to suspend its order, shipment, and call center operations. The disruption was limited to Japan.

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Privacy browser revealed to be unsafe and linked to Cambodian criminal networks

A browser boasting impeccable safety for all its users has been revealed to have countless security concerns. The browser in question is known as the Universe Browser. The security issues were uncovered through a joint investigation by Infoblox Threat Intel, in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Regional Office for Southeast Asia and the Pacific, which examined illegal online gambling and fraud platforms operated by criminal networks based in Cambodia.

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How PETs keep your data safe

Every year, during Black Friday week, we at SSLs.com like to celebrate all things security while offering you some great deals (see: our current ‘buy 2, get 1 free‘ promo). This year is all about PETs. 

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Ex-WhatsApp security chief accuses Meta of endangering users

Attaullah Baig, the former head of security at the Meta-owned messaging app WhatsApp, recently filed a lawsuit against the tech giant, accusing it of endangering billions of users.  Attaullah is being represented by the whistle-blower organization Psst.org and the law firm Schonbrun, Seplow, Harris, Hoffman & Zeldes. Meta has so far denied the suit’s claims.

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