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A massive phishing campaign targeted GitHub users with cryptocurrency drainers, delivered via fake invitations to the Y Combinator (YC) W2026 program. Y Combinator is a startup accelerator that funds and mentors projects in their early stages, and connects founders with a network of alumni and venture capital firms. The attacker abused GitHub’s notification system to…

Our government’s approach to cybersecurity faces a period of uncertainty. Changes in federal staffing, an unsteady geopolitical environment and the widespread proliferation of AI raise questions about how our national security posture will adapt. The distinction between the private and public sector’s role in cybersecurity is ever changing. These sectors are interdependent, each contributing to national…

In a world where threats are persistent, the modern CISO’s real job isn’t just to secure technology—it’s to preserve institutional trust and ensure business continuity. This week, we saw a clear pattern: adversaries are targeting the complex relationships that hold businesses together, from supply chains to strategic partnerships. With new regulations and the rise of…

A few weeks ago, several media sources reported headlines like this one: “Google is getting ready to ‘hack back’ as US considers shifting from cyber defense to offense.” Here’s an excerpt: “Google Threat Intelligence Group vice president Sandra Joyce recently revealed that the company is planning to form a ‘disruption unit’ in the coming months. ‘What we’re…

Craig Bellamy criticised Jesse Marsch for celebrating victory before the final whistle of their Swansea friendly and wants a rematch at the World Cup next year. Derek Cornelius’ ferocious 25-yard free-kick four minutes from half-time secured a 1-0 Canada win and condemned Bellamy to only the second defeat of his 12-game reign, and first at home. But…

Valter Sedin has taken another step forward in his soccer career. Henrik’s eldest son was named to Canada Soccer’s U-18 squad for a pair of friendlies in Finland. Canada will play Finland on Sept. 5 and Switzerland on Sept. 7. This camp marks an important step in the lead-up to the 2027 FIFA U-20 World…

Ten months after Canada’s national men’s basketball team last took to the court in FIBA AmeriCup qualifying action, they’re set to do it all over again next week. This time, however, it will feature a foray into Saskatchewan for the first time with SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon set to host a pair of games for Team Canada….

Participating in the first big test of his career, Itauma passed with flying colors. The Brit landed vicious combinations to force the former interim champion to the floor. Itauma (13-0) may have just secured a title shot or an opportunity against other top-tier heavyweights.   Whyte (31-4) tried playing mind games, waiting a long time…

Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn have ‘completed the deal’ for a rematch, according to The Ring Magazine, which will take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on November 15; Eubank Jr claimed a unanimous decision victory over Benn in their first fight Chris Eubank Jr’s rematch with Conor Benn is now set to take place…

There is no full agreement yet, but discussions heading in a positive direction. Newcastle have also been working on a deal for Sesko, and earlier on Tuesday made a second bid of £69.7m plus add-ons, which was higher than Manchester United’s – after an initial offer of just under £70m (€80m) plus add-ons. The structure of…