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Diving Brief: Small businesses and local government agencies face significant risks from ransomware and other malicious cyberattacks, federal and state officials warned Tuesday during an on-the-ground hearing in Michigan before the House subcommittee. on intelligence and the fight against terrorism. Threat actors have launched ransomware and other cyberattacks against Michigan school districts, colleges, small towns …

The government of Canada continues to support the viability of arts, culture and heritage organizations as the sector recovers. GATINEAUQC, June 27, 2022 /CNW/ – Our arts, culture and heritage sectors have been among the hardest hit throughout the pandemic, especially organizations that rely on in-person attendance. As tourism begins to recover and visitors gradually …

Oklahoma leaders and local organizations reacted to the court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Many Oklahomans have different emotions about the decision to ban abortion in Oklahoma, ranging from elation to despair. Abortion is banned in Oklahoma after the trigger laws were put in place. The trigger laws came into action as soon as …

Vicky was 26 when she had an abortion. She was in an abusive relationship at the time and terrified if she went through with the pregnancy there would be no way out, no way to protect herself and her baby from their father. . “I was torn and scared when I had to make that …

Orange Cyberdefense will work with NightDragon portfolio companies to integrate technology into high-value security services to help customers stay ahead of threats SAN FRANCISCO and PARIS, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — NightDragon, an investment and advisory firm focused on the cybersecurity, safety, security and privacy industry, today announced a new strategic partnership with Orange Cyberdefense, …

Image from INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines – The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has ordered internet service providers to block several websites, including those of independent media, “found to be affiliated with and supporting terrorist organizations and terrorists”. The order, dated June 8, was signed by NTC Commissioner Gamaliel Cordoba at the request of National Security Advisor …

Teresa Spangler and Bridge Group, LLC help organizations innovate with new products and solutions. The Game Changers edition of DotCom magazine DotCom Magazine’s Exclusive Entrepreneur Spotlight Series The PR issue of DotCom magazine The Power of Zoom Interview Issue Teresa Spangler, Founder and CEO of PlazaBridge Group, Joins Other Leaders, Pioneers and Thought Leaders Interviewed …

Calgary officials say the city’s animal welfare organizations “are in crisis,” with animal abandonments on the rise, adoptions on the decline and many animals in need of care. The city released a statement on Wednesday – in conjunction with the Calgary Humane Society and the Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) – saying that due …

Lawmakers announced 44 arts grants in total for Knox County organizations such as the Knoxville Children’s Theater and the Museum of Infinite Outcomes. Knoxville, Tenn. – Several Knox County organizations will receive grants from the Tennessee Arts Commission to support their arts missions. State lawmakers said 44 grants will be awarded for a total of …

NORTH CONWAY, NH, June 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed a deep and lingering digital divide in Pittsburgh and across the United States. Millions of people have been cut off from school, jobs, healthcare and community for lack of access to the digital tools and support they need to succeed. In …

MONTPELIER, VT – The Vermont Arts Council is announcing $974,200 in digital capacity grants to 41 nonprofit arts and humanities organizations to help them meet increased demand for online programming and engagement since the pandemic . The grants are part of the Council’s Digital Capacity Program, established in early 2022 with one-time $1.15 million funding …

After several years of focusing on developing our core technologies and making our solutions and organization scalable, Q-Free is now in the growth phase of its strategy. “It’s a huge privilege to be able to talk about growth in an era of inflation and resource pressures,” says Karianne Sæter, Q-Free’s Director of People and Organization. …

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – Members of the Huntsville community celebrated Juneteenth on Saturday with food, music and festivities. The June 19 holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Memorial Day was first celebrated in Texas in 1865, but celebrations now take place across the country. Black Restaurant Week offers varied local choices …

71% of US companies cited supply chain disruption as the biggest issue; in the UK 73% Brexit remains the main source of disruption London, UK; June 9, 2022: Disruption remains a constant for organizations, with the majority struggling to build resilience into their operations, an Orbus Software survey found. The survey of 1,000 IT …

(DENVER) – JEWISHcolorado, its Council on Jewish Community Relations (JCRC), and more than 100 coalition partners applaud today’s signing of HB22-1077 by Colorado Governor Jared Polis, creating a security grant program nonprofit for qualified nonprofit organizations at high risk of a terrorist attack. Representatives Dafna Michaelson Jenet and Iman Jodeh, along with Senators Kevin Priola …

AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) — Bank of America is granting $214,000 to nine Amarillo nonprofit organizations to improve economic success. The grant will help create economic opportunity for individuals and families by focusing on investing in basic needs, workforce development and education for disadvantaged and vulnerable communities, BOA said. The nine nonprofits are Amarillo Area CASA, …

Blood supplies are still low in the United States, and local blood banks say your blood donation is still badly needed. Here are some places and times you can donate blood through three organizations in our region until the end of June. Visit the websites to find out who qualifies to be a donor and …

Imagine something the size of a grain of sand capable of killing you. That’s more than enough fentanyl to kill or cause a serious overdose. And it’s in everything — from meth to marijuana — according to Bob Boon, collaboration specialist at Adanta. Boon held a rally in Judicial Center Plaza on Friday afternoon, one …

NEW YORK & REDMOND, Washington & SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–June 2, 2022– Accenture (NYSE: ACN) and Microsoft, along with their joint venture Avanade, are joining forces to fight climate change, one of the most critical and pressing challenges for businesses and individuals. With an immediate focus on delivering solutions to help organizations transform their operations, products, services …