Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, sits down with CNBC's Jon Fortt to discuss what cloud computing could look like going forward and the change of leadership at Google. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Google…
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Tech survey shows surging demand for cloud computing
CNBC's Jon Fortt details the latest from CNBC's Technology Executive Council which looked at the strategy of some of tech's biggest players in 2020. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Tech survey shows surging demand for…
Amazon tells users to uninstall a product that PayPal just paid $4 billion for
Honey works through a browser extension known as a "plug-in" that automatically searches for discounts as customers shop on sites like Amazon. A month after PayPal bought it, Amazon is warning users that it could be a "security risk." …
6 ways to protect yourself from an Iranian cyberattack
A top cybersecurity expert offers tips on what companies and local governments can do to help protect themselves against an Iranian cyberattack now that tensions are high in the Middle East. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete…
FCC head Ajit Pai on the expansion of 5G spectrum and Huawei
FCC Chairman Ajit Pai sits down with CNBC's Jon Fortt to discuss the expansion of 5G, the availability of new spectrum, and more. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: FCC head Ajit Pai on the expansion…
Ex-CIA officer sees Iran doing ‘hit-and-run’ cyberattacks — ‘They don’t want us to retaliate’
"They perfectly understand that the U.S. is very powerful and isn't going to tolerate a catastrophic attack," said Carol Rollie Flynn. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Ex-CIA officer sees Iran doing ‘hit-and-run’ cyberattacks — ‘They…
Ex-CIA officer sees Iran doing ‘hit and run’ cyberattacks — ‘They don’t want us to retaliate’
"They perfectly understand that the U.S. is very powerful and isn't going to tolerate a catastrophic attack," said Carol Rollie Flynn. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Ex-CIA officer sees Iran doing ‘hit and run’ cyberattacks…
British banks hit by hacking of foreign exchange firm Travelex
Britain's largest retail banks have been forced to halt processing foreign currency orders after a cyberattack on exchange provider Travelex. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: British banks hit by hacking of foreign exchange firm Travelex
Iran likely has capability to launch a cyberattack, analyst says
Nik Whitfield, CEO and founder of Panaseer, discusses the cyber threat posed by Tehran. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iran likely has capability to launch a cyberattack, analyst says
A security flaw in China’s TikTok app lets hackers use text messages to control accounts
Hackers could take control of TikTok accounts and manipulate the content, upload and delete videos and reveal personal information such as a private email address. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: A security flaw in China’s…
Senator seeks ban on US sharing intelligence with countries using Huawei 5G gear
Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), the lawmaker who introduced the bill, said the U.S. should not share intelligence with countries that "allow an intelligence-gathering arm of the Chinese Communist Party to operate freely within their borders." Advertise on IT Security…
Government-led internet shutdowns cost the global economy $8 billion in 2019, research says
Deliberate internet shutdowns cost the global economy more than $8 billion last year, according to a new report. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Government-led internet shutdowns cost the global economy $8 billion in 2019, research…
Toyota plans to build ‘city of the future’ with housing, robots and autonomous vehicles in Japan
The "Woven City" is planned for a 175-acre site at the base of Mt. Fuji in Japan to test and develop new emerging technologies such as autonomous vehicles. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Toyota plans…
The FBI and Apple are poised for another battle over unlocking iPhones
The FBI wants access to the phone of Mohammad Alshamrani, who is suspected of killing three people in a shooting spree on a Naval base in Pensacola, Fla. on Dec. 6, 2019. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the…
Travelex currency exchange hobbled by week-long ransomware attack
U.K.-based currency exchange company Travelex experienced a ransomware attack that crippled the company's online presence and locations across the U.S., European Union and Asia. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Travelex currency exchange hobbled by week-long…
Cyberattacks are an ‘immediate’ challenge for businesses following Iran strike
Cyberattacks are being pushed to the forefront following the U.S. led strike on one of Iran's top military officials. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Cyberattacks are an ‘immediate’ challenge for businesses following Iran strike
General Wesley Clark: If I were an investor, I’d buckle my seatbelt
General Wesley Clark, former NATO supreme allied commander, discusses the rise of Middle East tensions in wake of U.S. airstrike on "Closing Bell." Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: General Wesley Clark: If I were an…
Iranian hackers are likely planning social engineering and phishing attacks
City governments, agencies and companies from coast to coast are on high alert for ramped up cyber activity possibly emanating from Iran. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iranian hackers are likely planning social engineering and…
Iran’s key cybersecurity threat is ransomware: Former NSA hacker
CNBC's "Power Lunch" team discusses cybersecurity threats from Iran with David Kennedy of president of TrustedSec. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iran’s key cybersecurity threat is ransomware: Former NSA hacker
The US is a soft target for an Iran cyberattack: Morrison and Foerster partner
John Carlin, former DOJ national security division assistant attorney general, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the cyber threat the U.S. could face from Iran. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: The US is a soft target…
Cyberthreats from Iran, others happen ‘all the time behind the scenes,’ Crowdstrike CEO says
Crowdstrike CEO George Kurtz tells CNBC's Jim Cramer it's "certainly a possibility" that Iran will attack businesses after the U.S. killed its top commander. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Cyberthreats from Iran, others happen ‘all…
Crowdstrike CEO: Kinetic and cyber retaliation from Iran ‘certainly a possibility’
Crowdstrike CEO George Kurtz says cyber threats from U.S. adversaries like Iran are common. He tells CNBC's Jim Cramer how the cybersecurity firm fends off attacks. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Crowdstrike CEO: Kinetic and…
Government site attacked by alleged Iranian hackers
CNBC's Contessa Brewer takes a look at the cybersecurity threat Iran poses as tensions rise with the United States. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Government site attacked by alleged Iranian hackers
Iran could conduct cyberattacks as retaliation
CNBC's Kate Fazzini reports on the risks of a cyberattack from Iran on "Closing Bell." Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iran could conduct cyberattacks as retaliation
US businesses could be at risk of an Iran cybersecurity attack
CNBC's Kate Fazzini, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the possible retaliation the U.S. could face from Iran following the death of Iran military commander Qasem Soleimani. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: US businesses could be…
Iran has shown a talent for cyberattacks, and businesses may be a prime target for retaliation
Iran has previously conducted widespread cyberattacks against American businesses in response to U.S. government action, experts told CNBC. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iran has shown a talent for cyberattacks, and businesses may be a…
Most people will trade privacy for access to services such as Google, says Box CEO
Box CEO Aaron Levie's comments were in response to California's sweeping data privacy law, which went into effect Wednesday. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Most people will trade privacy for access to services such as…
Most people will trade privacy for access to services like Google, says Box CEO
Box CEO Aaron Levie's comments were in response to California's sweeping data privacy law, which went into effect Wednesday. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Most people will trade privacy for access to services like Google,…