We recently opened a call for abstracts for Advances in Data Science 2019, an international two-day conference. This year's meeting is themed around four topics: Health & Wellbeing, AI & Robotics, NLP & Text Mining and Security & Privacy. Talks will range from application-focussed to advanced data science methodologies.'Advances in Data Science 2019 is set to … [Read more...] about Advances in Data Science 2019
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How Security Tokens Could Change Liquidity and Transform the World’s Economy
Traditionally, assets such as real estate, collectables and art have been relatively illiquid. This means that the asset cannot be easily bought or sold in the market. If an investor wants to sell a $100 million building, it usually will take some time before the investor has the money, if there is a market for in the first place. On the other hand, a company's stock is … [Read more...] about How Security Tokens Could Change Liquidity and Transform the World’s Economy
Social Engineering Attacks by the Numbers: Prevalence, Costs, & Impact
Social engineering attacks are not as rare as you think. In fact, you might already be a victim “ you just don't know it yet. Social engineering works because people are almost always the weakest link in information security. We sometimes do not think about the things we do, or are in a hurry to double check the links we click on. Other times, we become too confident. Then … [Read more...] about Social Engineering Attacks by the Numbers: Prevalence, Costs, & Impact
Fighting Back Against Phishing: A Workplace Concern
Is someone phishing in your inbox? It's more likely than you think. Phishing attacks are common online attacks that aim to steal useful information, from account credentials to personal data. Unlike traditional hacking, though, what sets phishing apart is its personal nature “ the person behind a phishing scam typically pretends to be someone else, someone you would be inclined … [Read more...] about Fighting Back Against Phishing: A Workplace Concern
5 Simple Ways to Ensure the Data Security of Your Online Business
Data security is a top concern for consumers, understandably. A recent study from IBMÂ found that 75% of customers will not purchase from an online company if there are any doubts regarding their data's security. 85% of online shoppers agreed that companies need to do more to protect customer data, but only 20% felt that their information was truly safe. Being a data-driven … [Read more...] about 5 Simple Ways to Ensure the Data Security of Your Online Business
