In a significant move to enhance Indonesia's cybersecurity, Nugroho Sulistyo Budi was sworn in as the new Head of the National Cyber and Crypto Agency (BSSN) on January 19. Tasked directly by President Prabowo Subianto, Nugroho's mission includes enhancing data security and safeguarding
A landmark decision was reached in the ongoing tussle between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector in February 2024 when the SEC decided to drop its appeal against a ruling that had significant implications for the crypto industry. In
As artificial intelligence continues to permeate nearly every aspect of modern life, the realm of elections is certainly no exception, spurring a flurry of legislative activities across various U.S. states to establish guidelines and controls by 2025. Amid mounting apprehensions about AI’s p
The ever-evolving landscape of cryptocurrency regulation in the United States has recently been addressed with a strategic push from Coinbase. Recognizing the pressing need for a consistent and transparent regulatory framework, Coinbase's chief policy officer, Faryar Shirzad, presented six
In a compelling recent development, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., one of the world's largest insurance companies, reached a noteworthy settlement following a significant data breach incident from June to September 2020. This breach, which has had far-reaching consequences for the
The year 2023 has witnessed a surprising and significant reduction in ransomware payments, as detailed in a new report by Chainalysis. According to the report, ransomware payments fell dramatically by approximately 35%, with the total amount dropping from $1.25 billion to $812.55 million. This
