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ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) – Researchers at Georgetown University are being detained by immigration officers, prompting another famous legal battle over a deportation lawsuit against foreign-born visa holders living in the United States Badar Khan Sri, a postdoctoral scholar at Georgetown University, was accused of “spreading Hamas propaganda and promoting anti-Semitism on social media,” Homeland Security Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said late Wednesday on X, formerly known as Twitter. Deportation efforts arise amid a legal battle over Columbia University’s international affairs incident graduate student And a Lebanese doctor.Politico, who first reported on the Suri case, said a masked agent arrested him outside…
Translateable, the only dedicated language agent in the events industry, has partnered with {10-11} Carlton House Terrace (1011Cht) and has become the venue’s recommended event language partner. Located in the heart of Westminster, London, on the {10-11} Carlton House Terrace, the British Academy is located. Grade I, listed by Georgian Townhouse, is renowned for its rich history and unique event space. In November 2024, the venue officially unveiled the newly developed, versatile event space, following the £9.6 million renovation. Beyond physical transformation, the venue is also undertaking an official accessibility audit, implementing a program of improvement as part of its…
The UK’s AI-driven innovation, which dramatically speeds up the development of advanced materials used in wind turbines and electric vehicle batteries, has won the UK’s £1 million Manchester Award. Advanced materials are essential to modern life, from metal alloys that reinforce bridges and skyscrapers to batteries that power electric vehicles. But developing them has traditionally been slow, expensive and unpredictable. Polaron, a spin-out from Imperial College in London, has speeded up the development of these materials over years to days. This could change the game as government change plans to build the UK, provide economic growth and accelerate net zero.…
The rapid advances in quantum computing are set to revolutionize technology, but pose a major threat to current encryption methods. In response, the UK’s National Cybersecurity Centre (NCSC), part of the GCHQ, has issued new guidelines to help organizations prepare for the post-Quantum era. The goal is to ensure that sensitive data remains protected against potential vulnerabilities that quantum computing can implement. As quantum computers become more powerful, they can break traditional encryption algorithms and put secure communications, financial transactions, and critical infrastructure at risk. The new NCSC guidance underscores the urgent need to initiate the transition to post-Quantum encryption…
Cybersecurity is not another checkbox on the business agenda. It is the fundamental pillar of survival. As organizations move more and more into the cloud, understanding how to protect their digital assets becomes important. The shared responsibility model illustrated through the Microsoft 365 approach provides a framework for understanding and implementing effective cybersecurity measurements. The essence of shared responsibility Think cloud security like a well-maintained building. The property manager handles structural integrity and common areas, while the tenants protect individual units. Similarly, the shared responsibility model creates a clear division of security obligations between a cloud provider and its users.…
March 20, 2025Ravi LakshmananSpyware/Mobile Security Governments in Australia, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Israel and Singapore are likely customers of SPYware, developed by Israel’s Paragon Solutions, according to a new report from Citizen Lab. Founded in 2019 by Ehud Barak and Ehud Schneorson, Paragon is a manufacturer of monitoring tools called Graphite, which allows you to harvest sensitive data from instant messaging applications on your devices. The interdisciplinary lab said six governments have identified “surprising paragon deployment” after mapping server infrastructure suspected to be associated with SPYware. The development comes nearly two months after Meta-owned WhatsApp informed about 90 journalists and civil…
Wildfire, a provider of interactive team building and corporate events, has launched Ignite, an agency partner program designed to reward and empower resellers who bring unforgettable experiences to their clients. With three partnership tiers, Silver, Gold and Platinum, the program offers more benefits as partners grow sales and become more involved with Wildfire’s event delivery. With years of experience delivering immersive and impactful corporate events, Wildfire helps businesses build stronger teams and create unforgettable memories. Wildfire offers experiences that encourage engagement and collaboration to team building events from multipurpose days. From pre-event planning to post-event follow-up, our partners benefit from…
As the world moves towards cleaner energy solutions, Canada is taking critical action to solidify its leadership in sustainable innovation. Recognizing the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and invest in renewable energy sources, the federal government is supporting projects that promote economic growth while increasing environmental sustainability. One such transformational initiative is a significant investment in hydrogen liquefaction technology that promises to revolutionize the clean energy sector and pave the way for a greener future. Major investments in hydrogen liquefaction Innovation, Minister of Science and Industry Anita Anand has announced a significant $49 million investment in HTEC through the…
Regulatory compliance is no longer just a concern for large companies. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMBs) are subject to strict data protection and security regulations such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, CMMC, GDPR, and FTC Safeguard Rules. However, many SMBs struggle to maintain compliance due to limited IT resources, evolution of regulatory requirements, and complex security challenges. Recent data shows that there are around 33.3 million SMBs in the US, with over 60% not fully complying with at least one regulatory standard. This means that around 20 million SMBs could be at risk of fines, security breaches and reputational damage. For managed…
EVCOM has announced the extension deadline for the EVCOM Clarion Awards 2025 and has announced that entries will be submitted to the organization and creative experts until March 28th. The Clarion Award recognizes advocacy work that has a focus on purpose-driven creative communication, corporate social responsibility (CSR) and has a real impact. In categories spanning film, events and digital communication, the award celebrates projects that make a difference and make a difference. Andrew Smith of Evcom said: “The Evcom Clarion Awards exist to showcase the power of creative communication that drives positive change. In today’s global landscape, this work is…