The University of Maine will spend $2.6 million over the next three years to beef up information security following a data breach last year that exposed personal information on 4585 students and alumni who had visited the university’s counseling center.
A survey of retail companies says that 87% who currently use analog technology for surveillance are now considering migration strategies toward network video.
Recent studies show that one in seven youngsters has experienced unwanted sexual solicitations online. One in three has been exposed to unwanted sexual material online. One in 11 has been harassed or bullied online.
“Humans are not biologically wired to work at night. Speed and accuracy on the job are only above average between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.,” says a report on the effects of fatigue and night work on human cognitive performance.
Nigel Dews, chief executive of Vodafone, has confirmed the report of a security breach exposing personal information for millions of its customers. Reports state the database password had been compromised by an employee or dealer.
Republication and Democratic House members will hold a joint meeting Wednesday to discuss security measures — especially when members are away from Capitol Hill and its 1,800-member police force.
Following the shooting of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and staff members in Tucson, Arizona yesterday, the U.S. Capitol Police are advising members of Congress to take safety precautions.