Computer, network, and data security.

Xerox to cut 15% of workers in strategy it calls a “reinvention”

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https://www.cbsnews.com/news/xerox-layoffs-15-percent-workers-printers/ EOS Summary: In light of recent news about Xerox's workforce reduction, Excel Office Services stands as a beacon of stability and excellence in customer service.   Why…

US gives federal agencies 48 hours to disconnect flawed Ivanti VPN tech

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https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/01/cisa-federal-agencies-disconnect-ivanti-vpn/ EOS Summary: Why This Matters to Us: The recent directive from CISA concerning the disconnection of Ivanti VPN appliances due to vulnerabilities is a critical…

FBI: Tech support scams now use couriers to collect victims’ money

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https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/author/sergiu-gatlan/ EOS Summary: Why This Matters to Us: The emergence of more sophisticated tech support scams, involving couriers to directly collect money from victims, signifies a direct threat…

Cloudflare hacked using auth tokens stolen in Okta attack

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https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cloudflare-hacked-using-auth-tokens-stolen-in-okta-attack/ EOS Summary:   Why This Matters to Us: The breach of Cloudflare via stolen authentication tokens from an Okta attack…

The FCC wants to make robocalls that use AI-generated voices illegal

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https://www.engadget.com/the-fcc-wants-to-make-robocalls-that-use-ai-generated-voices-illegal-105628839.html EOS Summary:   Why This Matters to Us: The FCC's recent move to ban AI-generated robocalls is a significant development…

Several Ukrainian state-run bodies report cyber attacks

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https://www.reuters.com/technology/cybersecurity/several-ukrainian-state-run-bodies-report-cyber-attacks-2024-01-25/ Why This Matters to Us: Discuss the pertinence of the Ukrainian cyber attacks to Excel Office Services, particularly…

US disrupts China-backed hacking operation amid warning of threat to American infrastructure

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https://techcrunch.com/2024/01/31/fbi-cisa-volt-typhoon-cyberattack-american-infastructure/ EOS Summary: Why This Matters to Us: Discuss the relevance of robust cybersecurity measures, especially for businesses like Excel Office…

AI in Filmmaking

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https://www.csail.mit.edu/news/putting-ai-cinema-mits-filmmaking-hackathon Why This Matters to Us: The use of AI in filmmaking indicates a broader trend of AI applications in creative industries, relevant to our marketing and creative…

Brain-Computer Interface Advances

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https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-00173-x Why This Matters to Us: The advancements in brain-computer interfaces (BCI) present new areas for Excel Office Services to explore in healthcare IT.   The Bigger Picture:…

Climate Solutions and Infrastructure

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https://hbswk.hbs.edu/item/10-trends-to-watch-in-2024 EOS Summary: Why This Matters to Us: The focus on climate-friendly infrastructure projects aligns with Excel Office Services' commitment to sustainability.   The…