Date : 7/31/2020 4:12:10 PM
From : "Cybertech News"
To : "elazar.stern@mail.gov.il"
Subject : Cybertech Weekly Newsletter: Astounding 200,000 COVID-19 Cyberattacks Per Week

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Over 200,000 Coronavirus related cyberattacks
were carried out each week at height of pandemic
A report released by Israeli cybersecurity giant Check Point addresses how threat actors are targeting organizations across all sectors. It also highlights the new and dangerous trend of double extortion in ransomware attacks in 2020
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 Cyber, deterrence, and the rules of the game
What are the latest developments in the cyber war between Iran and Israel? How is it connected to the incident on the Lebanese border? And to China? A column by Amir Rapaport
 
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Kaspersky researchers link new ransomware to 'Lazarus', a North Korean APT group
The move by Lazarus to create and distribute ransomware signifies a worrisome change of strategy to pursue cyber attacks for financial gain
 
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 Israeli innovation spotlighted in Taipei at Asia's largest biotech conference
Ten Israeli startups had virtual booths that drew thousands of visitors at BIO Asia-Taiwan 2020. The conference included a seminar on Israel's innovation ecosystem
 
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Tel Aviv Stock Exchange launches Central Blockchain Securities Lending Platform
This marks the first-ever launch in Israel of such a platform, which aims to serve as a one-stop-shop for all securities lending activities
 
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US counterintel chief names Russia, China and Iran as key figures trying to interfere in 2020 elections
William Evanina says countries using ‘influence measures’ to affect US voter preferences and increase discord
 
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Israeli medical imaging firm Nanox raises $59 million
The company has developed an innovative digital x-ray source that aims to provide low cost and lower radiation medical imaging worldwide
 
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CyCognito, in Series B round, rakes in $30 million to defend IT assets
Israeli cybersecurity company's platform uncovers and assesses risks from business systems and assets exposed to attackers
 
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GLOBAL EVENTS

CYBERTECH NYC
 OCTOBER 21, 2020
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New York City has set out to become one of the world’s leading cybersecurity hubs. With new initiatives to create 10,000 local jobs over the next decade, over $100 million in investments...


 
CYBERTECHLIVE 
LATIN AMERICA

AUGUST 11, 2020
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This digital edition of Cybertech Latin America brings together government officials, industry experts, academics, leading companies and startups from all over the region. Featured topics include cyber for Healthcare, Finance, Supply Chain, Digital Transformation, and more.
CYBERTECH GLOBAL, TLV
 APRIL 20-22, 2021
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Recognized as Cybertech’s most renowned international exhibition and conference, Cybertech Tel Aviv is one of the LARGEST B2B networking events in the cyber industry..
CYBERTECH AFRICA
 NOVEMBER 22-24, 2021
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Cybertech Africa, to be held in Rwanda, will serve as a meeting place for decision-makers for everything
cybersecurity and innovation!

 
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Weather intel company ClimaCell secures $23 million in Series C funding
ClimaCell's platform helps businesses make smart decisions ahead of weather events by providing them with actionable intelligence

 
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Israeli cybersecurity co Check Point uncovers vulnerabilities in popular dating app
Researchers said dating apps’ detailed personal profiles are ‘highly prized’ by hackers who can target users or sell information for financial gains
 
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Zebra Medical Vision receives FDA clearance for cancer screening AI
The Israeli company's software for more quickly identifying suspicious mammogram findings can result in more accurate diagnoses, helping to save lives
 
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Gilat Telecom offers 'FlexMove' service, enabling users to connect from virtually anywhere
The solution provides seamless connectivity even in challenging or remote locations, and is up to 20 times faster than current mobile satellite solutions
 
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Compromised employee accounts led to costliest data breaches over past year: IBM report
The global study found that customer personal data was exposed in 80% of the breaches. AI and automation were found to significantly reduce costs
 
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Fitness Tech Giant Garmin Alleged Victim of Ransomware Attack
The company’s main services, such as Garmin Connect and flyGarmin were shut down as were its call centers, and ability to receive emails or online chats
 
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