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10 August 2024

Newsletter: ANTI-EDM STARS ISOKNOCK DROP SURPRISE ALBUM 4EVR - THE DEBUT LP FROM THE COUNTERCULTURE ELECTRONIC DUO OF ISOXO AND KNOCK2

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ISOKNOCK - the boundary-pushing duo composed of ISOxo and Knock2 - have just released their surprise debut album, 4EVR, an unexpected drop that exemplifies the pair’s fervent drive to redefine the next decade of dance music. 

09 August 2024

Newsletter: Harnessing AI in SOC: how to reduce the burden on cybersecurity team

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Sergey Soldatov, Head of Security Operation Center at Kaspersky

Striving to minimize the risk of missing cyberattacks, we are forced to deal with a huge number of false positives in our detection logic. According to the MDR analytical report for 2023, the Kaspersky SOC team processed 431,512 security alerts, but only 32,294 were classified as a result of 14,160 incidents reported to customers. In these situations, there is considerable room for automation, including the use of machine learning (ML), deep learning, and artificial intelligence (AI). Notably, the AI-based Autoanalyst used in MDR processed about 30% of false positives on average in 2023, which reduced the load on the SOC team by approximately 25%.

08 August 2024

Newsletter: Acronis H1 2024 Cyberthreats Report Highlights a 293% Surge in Email Attacks

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Acronis, a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection, shared new research findings from the first half of 2024 in its biannual cyberthreats report by Acronis Threat Research Unit. Titled, “Acronis Cyberthreats Report H1 2024: Email attacks surge 293%, new ransomware groups emerge,” the report leverages over one million unique Windows endpoints from 15 key countries around the world to bring awareness to global trends in the cybersecurity industry. Most notably, the report found that email attacks have seen a 293% surge when compared to the same period in 2023. The number of ransomware detections were also on the rise, increasing 32% from Q4 2023 to Q1 2024.

07 August 2024

06 August 2024

Newsletter: Halsey releases highly anticipated single and video for “Lucky”

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GRAMMY® nominated, genre-blending artist Halsey has released her highly anticipated new single, “Lucky.” The song, produced by Michael Uzowuru (Frank Ocean, SZA, Rosalia), features an interpolation of Britney Spears’ “Lucky” in the chorus, as well as the No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 Hit, “Angel of Mine” in the track’s production. 

05 August 2024

Newsletter: UP Scientists Explore Non-Gaussian Laser Effects on Metal Heat Diffusion

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By: Eunice Jean Patron

While existing research on material properties rarely examines changes in laser pulses, or the flashes of laser lights, over time, scientists from the University of the Philippines – Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) approached laser exploration differently by investigating how non-Gaussian lasers affect the diffusion of heat in metals.

Pulsed laser ablation of a material inside a vacuum system. (Photo credit: Dr. Lean Dasallas)

04 August 2024

Newsletter: How businesses can upskill their cybersecurity workforce by creating constant learning environments

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In the digital era, the protection of any kind of information has become important, placing cybersecurity professionals at the forefront of safeguarding the information infrastructure of businesses. The landscape of cybersecurity is evolving, presenting both promising career prospects and challenges for specialists in this field. 

03 August 2024

Newsletter: XG drops new single "SOMETHING AIN'T RIGHT" and unveils accompanying music video

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XG has unveiled their latest single, “SOMETHING AIN’T RIGHT”, accompanied by a captivating music video that has premiered on their YouTube channel.

02 August 2024

Newsletter: WARREN HUE: 88RISING STAR DROPS "BLACKONBLACK FREESTYLE", AFTER HIS VIRAL ON THE RADAR PERFORMANCE EARLIER THIS WEEK

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Jakarta-born, Los Angeles-based rising star, Warren Hue, responds to the demands of his fans with the official release of his “BLACKONBLACK FREESTYLE,” which is out today on all platforms. Warren first performed the freestyle on the popular channel, On The Radar, generating lots of fan commotion who were excited to see Warren rapping after recent genre-bending releases like “RODEO” and “SPLIT.” “BLACKONBLACK FREESTYLE was created during a transit from Japan to Los Angeles,” Warren shared on his process. “With my headphones on, I searched for type beats, feeling the need to prove myself. The verses explore various topics, including the lifestyles in LA and Jakarta, and touch on themes of motivation.” The music video was filmed, directed and edited by Warren himself. Watch the video here and listen to “BLACKONBLACK FREESTYLE” here

01 August 2024

Newsletter: Mikee Quintos’ latest single “Senyales” brings light to the uncertainties of love

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After her bubbly debut single “Just Enough” in 2021, Sparkle artist Mikee Quintos returns with a new single under GMA Playlist, “Senyales,” now available on digital platforms worldwide. 

31 July 2024

Newsletter: NIKI UNVEILS LOVE-STRUCK SUMMER SINGLE “TSUNAMI”

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Jakarta-born, LA-based singer-songwriter and producer NIKI ushers in her lover girl era with new single “Tsunami.” The track marks the third single off her upcoming album Buzz out via 88rising on August 9. 

30 July 2024

Newsletter: Kaspersky reports 25% of Paris open Wi-Fi spots unsafe

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Kaspersky experts have analyzed nearly 25,000 free Wi-Fi spots in Paris as the Summer Olympic Games and Paralympic games approach. Their analysis revealed that almost 25 percent of these networks had weak or no encryption, making users vulnerable to personal and banking data theft. Just six percent of the networks employ the latest WPA3 security protocol. 

29 July 2024

Newsletter: Gamerpact Esports Crowned Champions at the realme Mobile Legends Cup Season 8 Finals

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The realme Mobile Legends Cup (RMC) successfully concluded its eighth season at the Glorietta 4 Activity Center on July 20. Powered by the realme GT 6, Gamerpact Esports has risen to the occasion, leaving Minerva Esports defeated in an intense best-of-5 series and claiming the championship title.

28 July 2024

Newsletter: Global IT Outage - Building a More Resilient Digital Future

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By Matthew Hardman, Chief Technology Officer, APAC, Hitachi Vantara

On July 19th, a significant global IT outage resulted in widespread disruptions across various sectors, impacting businesses, institutions, and critical services.

27 July 2024

Newsletter: Globe AT HOME and XIAOMI unveil exclusive offers

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Globe AT HOME has partnered with XIAOMI, a global leader in accessible quality technology, to bring exclusive online offers catering to the needs of modern Filipino households.