Interfor Dispatch by Interfor - Online Safety
“Those who desire to give up freedom in order to gain security will not have either one” Benjamin Franklin
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A Parent’s Guide to Kids’ Phone and Online Safety: Children around the world now log onto the internet and use mobile devices daily. Whether for schoolwork, videos, gaming, or connecting with family, children are highly active in the digital ecosystem. In 2021, over 62% of US children watched TV daily online, while 30% surfed the internet. Moreover, almost all US children between the ages of 13 and 18 own a smartphone, while most of them also have a tablet or PC. These numbers are similar in Europe, where most British children use social media, as do French children. To learn more about online safety for kids click here.
Don Aviv, President, Interfor International
️️China: The Guardian view on US-China chip wars: no winners in zero-sum battles. The next war is already underway.
️Big Data: Why are we obsessed with Big Data, when small data is hiding in plain sight? The same is true in the security space.
️Corruption: N.J. corruption probe focuses on Camden, ties to South Jersey powerbroker, sources say. You can take them out of Jersey, but you cannot take the ‘Jersey’ out of them.
️Crypto: Crypto Industry Is 'Absolutely' at War Against Gensler, Warren, Blockchain Association CEO Smith Says. Maybe they should pick and choose their battles.
️Economy: The U.S. economy is losing steam. Bank woes and other hurdles are to blame. It looks like things are not trending in the right direction.
️Europe: Analysis: Whether it's Trump or Biden, some in Europe see the US as an unreliable ally. It cuts both ways as well…
️Facebook: Facebook Users Can Get Part of a $725 Million Privacy Settlement. Here's How. You may be leaving money on the table.
️Israel: 'Convergence Of Arenas': What Israel's Future Wars Might Look Like. This is more likely than in the past due to Iran’s newfound confidence.
️Middle East: Jordan to host Arab regional discussion on way forward with Syria. Despite the horrors of the Syrian civil war, Assad is being embraced once again.
Military: U.S. military leak suspect appears in court; had arsenal, prosecutors say. No real surprises here unfortunately.
️NYPD: Back window of NYPD patrol car shot out in Brooklyn with officers inside. New York City criminals are becoming more brazen.
️Tech: Experts say curbing Big Tech's power may be harder after Meta prevails in antitrust case. They seem unstoppable.
️2023: NSA Cybersecurity Director Says ‘Buckle Up’ for Generative AI. We are not ready for what may come around the bend.
️Breach: Cyber attack: Data from charities stolen in ransomware attack. Hackers have no conscious.
Hiring: Which ‘Soft Skills’ Are Important When Hiring Your Cyber Security Team? These are often overlooked skills which are vital for long-term success.
️Jobs: Cybersecurity as a job-creator in the world of technology jobs. As long as the need exists, jobs will be created.
️Policy: The US launches National Cybersecurity Strategy and other cybersecurity news to know this month. A major part of US strategy.
️Startup: M&A Exits For VC-Backed Cyber Startups Continues To Sputter. Tough times for startups.
️Hacking: I'm a cybersecurity expert - here's the damage a hacker could do if they got hold of ONE password. Why you need to be extra careful these days.
️Airports: Woman arrested for assaulting airport security officials over apple juice. Apparently, the juice was not worth the squeeze.
️Guns: TSA Officers Stop A Loaded Gun At Portland Airport. Why did this person think this was a good idea?
️Schools: Texas House passes school safety bills in response to Uvalde shooting. More needs to be done.
️Synagogues: Massachusetts synagogues, churches, mosques, concert halls receive $3 million in security grants. This is a good start, but we need to do better.
️Travel: These countries have travel bans against the United States. There are certainly some dangerous places in the US.