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No information compromised in cybersecurity breach: Calgary Public LibraryAfter nearly three weeks of limited service, the Calgary Public Library has concluded its investigation into a cybersecurity breach. Michael King reports.Global News at Noon CalgaryOct 29
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Calgary Public Libraries remain closed following cybersecurity breachLibraries across Calgary remain closed after a cybersecurity breach. While branches are set to reopen Wednesday, services will be limited, and questions remain about what data may have been compromised. Michael King reports.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryOct 15
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Money Matters: Cybersecurity month in CanadaDo you know what you owe? October is cybersecurity month in Canada, and one of the best ways to keep your money safe is to stay aware of your financial situation. Freida Richer, licensed insolvency trustee with Grant Thornton Limited, joined us on Global News Morning Edmonton with more on the topic.Global News Morning EdmontonSep 30
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Cybersecurity breach at Mainstreet Equity Corp.One of Western Canada’s largest rental property companies is warning tenants about a cybersecurity breach.Aug 26
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FBI urges Americans to beware of U.S. election disinformation as false videos circulateThe FBI issued a warning to Americans on Tuesday regarding two fake videos circulating online pertaining to the U.S. election. “Their ultimate goal is chaos. They want to undermine Americans’ trust in the election because they believe that it will lead to a weaker America,” said the Brandon Wales, the former acting director of Cybersecurity...CrimeNov 5
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Global News at 6 New Brunswick: Oct. 24New Brunswick’s incoming Liberal caucus faces tight timeline, students at a Moncton university concerned with cybersecurity after recent incident, and the horrific death of 19-year-old Walmart employee leaves a community shaken.Global News at 6 New BrunswickOct 24
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The End of CAPTCHA? AI outsmarts famous security testCould CAPTCHA puzzles become a thing of the past? Swiss researchers have taught AI to crack these security challenges, raising concerns for cybersecurity. Futurist Sinead Bovell explores the risks, the growing role of AI in everyday life, and its expanding influence in Hollywood and even personal moments like eulogies.The Morning ShowSep 26
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Co-ops in Saskatchewan are still recovering from cybersecurity incidentWATCH: The impact of a cybersecurity incident on Co-op stores and gas stations across Western Canada is still being felt. Mackenzie Mazankowski has more on how the company is responding.Global News at 5 ReginaJul 2
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Software update gone wrong causes massive disruptions worldwideWhat should have been a simple software update at cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike has caused crippling IT disruptions across the globe. Cybersecurity Specialist Hank Fordham explains what went wrong, and how hackers are capitalizing on the event.TechJul 20
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U.S. to ban Kaspersky cybersecurity products over security concernsThe United States announced Friday it’s banning sales and downloads from cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, saying the company is too close to Russia. Will Canada do the same? Global’s Nathaniel Dove reports.Jun 24
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CrowdStrike outage: Airlines, banks and hospitals impacted worldwide by faulty Microsoft updateA global technology outage grounded flights, knocked banks and hospital systems offline and media outlets off air on Friday in a massive disruption that affected companies and services around the world. The outage occurred when Cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike deployed a faulty update to computers running Microsoft Windows.TechJul 19
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Faulty software update causes chaos worldwideMillions in Canada and around the world woke up to computers displaying the so-called ‘blue screen of death’ on Friday. Crucial Internet-based services were knocked offline, the culprit being a flawed software update that caused chaos and confusion. At the heart of the massive disruption was the cybersecurity firm ‘Crowdstrike.’ Its customers include some of...CanadaJul 19
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Global National: July 19Millions in Canada and around the world woke up to computers displaying the so-called ‘blue screen of death’ on Friday. Crucial Internet-based services were knocked offline, the culprit being a flawed software update that caused chaos and confusion. At the heart of the massive disruption was the cybersecurity firm ‘Crowdstrike.’ Its customers include some of...Jul 19
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Car dealerships targeted in ransomware attackA cybersecurity attack is causing major problems for thousands of car dealerships across North America. Canadian Automobile Dealers Association President and CEO Tim Reuss explains what happened, and what information was compromised.Global News Morning BCJun 26
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Summer Safety Day teaches about bike safety, cybersecuritySummer Safety Day is right around the corner. Sgt. Nick Wilsher with the Calgary Police Service’s crime prevention unit joins Global News Morning Calgary to talk about some of the topics the unit will cover this Saturday.Global News Morning CalgaryMay 22
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Popular e-commerce app Temu sparks privacy concernsThe e-commerce app Temu is giving Amazon a real run for its money. And, according to privacy and cybersecurity experts, it’s giving existing laws the run-around. Anne Gaviola has more on why many are gravely concerned about Temu’s rapid rise.Jun 1
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Why popular shopping app Temu is under scrutinyThis week PDD Holdings, the Parent company of Temu, dethroned Alibaba as China’s most valuable e-commerce firm. The widely-popular online shopping app Temu is under scrutiny for the way it allegedly collects data from people who download it. Temu is currently facing two lawsuits in the U.S. as well as one in Canada. Anne Gaviola...Jun 1
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Global National: June 2Efforts to bring some kind peace in Gaza and Israel hit more roadblocks on Sunday – this time from “within” the Israeli government. On Friday, Israel proposed a peace plan that’s been backed by the U.S. It requires some negotiating with Hamas to bring stability to Gaza. But two of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s...Global NationalJun 2
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London Drugs stores reopening after ‘cybersecurity incident’London Drugs says all of its stores will be reopened by the end of Tuesday. But experts are criticizing the chain for its lack of communication as it dealt with its ‘cybersecurity incident.’Global News Hour at 6 BCMay 7
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London Drugs ransomware attack deadlineThursday is the ransomware deadline for London Drugs to pay up after a serious cyberattack earlier this week. Queen’s University cybersecurity expert Christian Leuprecht looks at what might happen if they don’t pay.Global News Morning BCMay 23