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Report Identifies Rise in Phishing-as-a-Service Attacks

Cybersecurity researchers at Trustwave are warning about a surge in malicious e-mail campaigns leveraging Rockstar 2FA, a phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) toolkit designed to steal Microsoft 365 credentials.

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Microsoft Announces Security Updates as Part of Secure Future Initiative

Microsoft has announced a handful of new security tools and updates, which the company said adhere to its Secure Future Initiative, a set of three core tenets emphasizing "secure by design, secure by default and secure operations."

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United States Leads in Stanford HAI Global AI Ranking

A new ranking tool from the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI (HAI) AI Index puts the United States in the No. 1 spot for global AI leadership.

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Cloud Security Alliance Report Plots Path to Trustworthy AI

A new report from the Cloud Security Alliance highlights the need for AI audits that extend beyond regulatory compliance, and advocates for a risk-based, comprehensive methodology designed to foster trust in rapidly evolving intelligent systems.

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Copilot Gains Actions Feature, New Agents in Latest Update

Microsoft has announced new and enhanced features for Microsoft 365 Copilot, including Copilot Actions, new AI "agents," and a Copilot Control System.

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Campus Technology Announces 2024 Product of the Year Winners

Thirteen companies were selected as winners for their product achievements.

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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.5 Expands Automation, Security

Open source solution provider Red Hat has introduced Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 9.5, the latest version of its flagship Linux platform.

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Ball State U Rolls Out Pathify Digital Engagement Hub

Ball State University has launched a new MyBallState portal for its 20,000 students, 4,000 employees, and other constituents that provides personalized information and access to campus services.

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Arkansas Community Colleges Tap Education Design Lab to Expand College-to-Career Pipeline

A new program in Arkansas aims to create more community college pathways for learners to attain job-ready skills.

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Syracuse U Transitions Campus Store Operations to Barnes & Noble College

Syracuse University has partnered with Barnes & Noble College to manage all course materials, retail, and e-commerce operations for its previously self-operated Campus Store.