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Miami Herald
6 days ago
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Russian Intelligence Attack on NATO ‘Logistics and Technology' Exposed
Russia's military intelligence is targeting logistics operations in NATO countries which help Ukraine, according to the UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NSCS). The NSCS, part of the U.K's GCHQ (Government Communications Headquarters) said that Russia's GRU Unit 26165 is trying to penetrate networks across defense and transport systems both in Ukraine and in several of its allies. Newsweek has contacted the Russian defense ministry for comment. Western leaders have raised the alarm over the cyber warfare that Russian hacker groups have engaged in since the start of Moscow' full-scale invasion of Ukraine. These include accusations that Russia has conducted cyberattacks against Ukraine and on civilian infrastructure in Europe, and interfered in foreign elections. The NSCS report will reinforce these concerns. The NSCS said the U.K. government and its allies had exposed a campaign of "malicious cyber activity" carried out by Russia's GRU military intelligence unit 26165, also known as APT 28, against western logistics entities and technology companies. The unit, also known as 'Fancy Bear,' has raise the alarm among NATO allies with France accusing the unit in April of carrying out cyberattacks against its government ministries. The U.K. and partners from ten countries found that it had conducted the operations against both public and private organizations since 2022, the NSCS said in its press release. These included organizations across the defense sector, IT services, maritime, airports, ports and air traffic management systems and other sectors which help deliver support to Ukraine. The GRU unit's activity included credential guessing, spear-phishing and exploiting Microsoft Exchange mailbox permissions. Russian intelligence also targeted internet-connected cameras at Ukrainian border crossings and near military installations. The countries apart from Ukraine which were targeted were Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Moldova, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and the U.S. No specific organizations were named and there was no information about whether the unit managed to obtain classified information. The NCSC called on leaders at technology and logistics firms to recognize the elevated cyber threat and take immediate action to protect themselves. Paul Chichester, NCSC Director of Operations: "This malicious campaign by Russia's military intelligence service presents a serious risk to targeted organizations, including those involved in the delivery of assistance to Ukraine." Atlantic Council report released May 20: "American and Western policymakers must size up the threat, unpack the complexity of Russia's cyber web, and invest in the right proactive measures to enhance their security and resilience." A report by the Atlantic Council released Tuesday concluded that Russia is a persistent and well-resourced cyber threat to the United States and its allies and partners, and the threat Moscow poses will continue to emerge in future. Related Articles Marco Rubio Refuses To Call Putin 'War Criminal', After Grilling Rex TillersonUS and Russia Flex Military Muscles on Same StageNATO Shows Force on Northern Flank with Russia as US Pulls BackUS Launches Nuclear-Capable Missile in Arms Race With Russia and China 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
6 days ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Russian Intelligence Attack on NATO 'Logistics and Technology' Exposed
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Russia's military intelligence is targeting logistics operations in NATO countries which help Ukraine, according to the UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NSCS). The NSCS, part of the U.K's GCHQ (Government Communications Headquarters) said that Russia's GRU Unit 26165 is trying to penetrate networks across defense and transport systems both in Ukraine and in several of its allies. Newsweek has contacted the Russian defense ministry for comment. Why It Matters Western leaders have raised the alarm over the cyber warfare that Russian hacker groups have engaged in since the start of Moscow' full-scale invasion of Ukraine. These include accusations that Russia has conducted cyberattacks against Ukraine and on civilian infrastructure in Europe, and interfered in foreign elections. The NSCS report will reinforce these concerns. This generic image from 2017 shows a computer exploited by computer hackers. This generic image from 2017 shows a computer exploited by computer hackers. Getty Images What To Know The NSCS said the U.K. government and its allies had exposed a campaign of "malicious cyber activity" carried out by Russia's GRU military intelligence unit 26165, also known as APT 28, against western logistics entities and technology companies. The unit, also known as 'Fancy Bear,' has raise the alarm among NATO allies with France accusing the unit in April of carrying out cyberattacks against its government ministries. The U.K. and partners from ten countries found that it had conducted the operations against both public and private organizations since 2022, the NSCS said in its press release. These included organizations across the defense sector, IT services, maritime, airports, ports and air traffic management systems and other sectors which help deliver support to Ukraine. The GRU unit's activity included credential guessing, spear-phishing and exploiting Microsoft Exchange mailbox permissions. Russian intelligence also targeted internet-connected cameras at Ukrainian border crossings and near military installations. The countries apart from Ukraine which were targeted were Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Moldova, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and the U.S. No specific organizations were named and there was no information about whether the unit managed to obtain classified information. The NCSC called on leaders at technology and logistics firms to recognize the elevated cyber threat and take immediate action to protect themselves. What People Are Saying Paul Chichester, NCSC Director of Operations: "This malicious campaign by Russia's military intelligence service presents a serious risk to targeted organizations, including those involved in the delivery of assistance to Ukraine." Atlantic Council report released May 20: "American and Western policymakers must size up the threat, unpack the complexity of Russia's cyber web, and invest in the right proactive measures to enhance their security and resilience." What Happens Next A report by the Atlantic Council released Tuesday concluded that Russia is a persistent and well-resourced cyber threat to the United States and its allies and partners, and the threat Moscow poses will continue to emerge in future.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
UK accuses Russian GRU of carrying out cyberattacks targeting logistics, technology organizations
The United Kingdom has exposed a cyber campaign orchestrated by Russian military intelligence (GRU) targeting Western logistics and technology organizations involved in delivering foreign assistance to Ukraine, the UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NSCS) announced on May 21. According to a release by the NSCS, GRU Unit 26165, also known as APT 28, has been working to penetrate secure networks in the defence, IT, maritime, airports, ports and air traffic management systems across NATO countries, in an attempt to disrupt the logistics deliveries to Ukraine. Russian hacker groups have engaged in various forms of cyber warfare throughout the full-scale war, including cyberattacks against Ukraine, hacks of civilian infrastructure in Europe, and interference in foreign elections. Since 2022, the GRU unit, has been using different tactics, including credential guessing, spear-phishing, and exploiting Microsoft Exchange mailbox permissions, to get access into various secure networks linked to delivering support for Ukraine. The Russian military intelligence unit would also target internet-connected cameras at Ukrainian border crossings and near military installations, the NCSC said. "This malicious campaign by Russia's military intelligence service presents a serious risk to targeted organisations, including those involved in the delivery of assistance to Ukraine," NCSC Director of Operations Paul Chichester said in a statement. The unit, also known as 'Fancy Bear,' has previously caught the eye of other NATO allies. On April 29, the French Foreign Ministry accused the unit of escalating cyberattacks against French ministries. France has brought charges against the GRU's APT28 unit — also known as 'Fancy Bear' — based in Rostov-on-Don in southern Russia. No information was publicly provided as to whether the unit was able to obtain classified information, or what specific organizations were impacted by the breaches. NATO allies the United States, Germany, Czech Republic, Poland, Australia, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, France and the Netherlands assisted the U.K. in exposing the cyber campaign, the NSCS said. Read also: Ukraine war latest: Russian semiconductor plant making missile, jet parts hit in Ukrainian attack, military saysWe've been working hard to bring you independent, locally-sourced news from Ukraine. Consider supporting the Kyiv Independent.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Crossware to Showcase Leading Email Signature Solution at Channel Partners Conference 2025
AUCKLAND, New Zealand and LAS VEGAS, March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- World-leading email signature solution company, Crossware is exhibiting at the 2025 Channel Partners Conference & Expo in Las Vegas from March 24 - 27, as part of its plan to build its North American footprint. This event is recognised as one of the leading conferences in the technologies services industry that powers the global economy, providing a forum for some of the sector's leading figures to discuss the trends shaping the future of the managed services and cloud solutions ecosystem. Crossware's executive leadership and technical solutions team will be there to showcase its email signature management platform that for over 20-years has delivered regulatory compliance, brand consistency and marketing engagement for its clients ranging from startups to global enterprises. Crossware Managing Director Troy Adams is looking forward to this event as the technology company seeks to build awareness of its email signature solutions within the North American market by building partnerships with key industry providers. "Our attendance at this event marks a significant milestone for Crossware as we seek to focus on the North American market as part of our growth plans," said Mr Adams. "We will be looking to showcase our email signature solution, while connecting with key technology service partners such as managed services providers, cloud professionals, Chief Technology and Chief Information Officers. Fundamentally, what we do at Crossware is transform one of the most common forms of business communication - the email - into a brand and marketing tool that seamlessly works within Microsoft 365, Microsoft Exchange, HCL Domino and Google Workspace ecosystems." As a leading platform for email signatures globally, Crossware's software is used on over 1.8 billion emails annually across 80 countries, giving it a 10 per cent share of the global email market. Its business-to-business clients benefit from the ability to manage the email signatures of thousands of employees while maintaining compliance with legal standards and reinforcing marketing messaging. Crossware's focus at the event will be on showcasing its award-winning email signature solution providers users with enhanced capabilities around dynamic content integration, tamper-proof signature governance and centralised signature management. It achieves scalable design flexibility for Microsoft 365, Microsoft Exchange, HCL Domino and Google Workspace, offering a turnkey solution for businesses and its team is keen to engage with potential and current partners, providing them with strategic insights and in-person consultations around unlocking the power of email. Troy is passionate about how Crossware partners with businesses to enable them to unlock the power of email as a communications tool. "Strategic partnerships with managed services providers and Chief Technology Officers is key to our growth, and our focus on customer success lies at the heart of our efforts to build enduring client relationships," Mr Adams said. "We're committed to supporting our partners with the leading email signature solution that not only enhances operational efficiency but also unlocks new marketing and compliance opportunities within existing IT ecosystems. Whether you're managing five users or five thousand, our technology scales with you - a key selling point for fast-growing and evolving clients." Crossware will be exhibiting at the 2025 Channel Partners Conference & Expo at The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada from Monday 24th March through to Wednesday 27th March 2025. For more information about Crossware Email Signature and to explore our innovative solutions, please visit About The Channel Partners Conference & Expo The Channel Partners Conference & Expo is the leading networking and educational event for agents, MSPs, VARs, and technology providers. With over 7,500 attendees expected in 2025, the event facilitates connections between top-tier vendors and decision-makers seeking best-in-class solutions for cloud, security, collaboration, and networking. It's a central hub for discovering tools that drive digital transformation across industries—making it the perfect venue for Crossware to engage with partners looking to add value to their portfolios. About Crossware Crossware is a global leader in email signature solutions, trusted by organisations around the world to deliver consistent, professional, and compliant email signatures. With a focus on innovation, reliability, and customer success, Crossware's solutions empower businesses to elevate their communications and achieve their goals. For more information, visit For media inquiries or to pre-book a meeting with Crossware at Channel Partners, please contact: Sean Braybrook, +61406961067, 392396@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Crossware Limited Sign in to access your portfolio
Globe and Mail
26-03-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Bitfarms Appoints James Bond as Senior Vice President of High-Performance Computing
TORONTO, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitfarms Ltd. (NASDAQ/TSX: BITF), a global Bitcoin and vertically integrated data center company, today announced that it has appointed James Bond as Senior Vice President of High-Performance Computing ('HPC'). Mr. Bond is a subject matter expert in HPC/AI with a proven record of launching new cloud and service provider offerings for large scale data centers across the U.S. He has over 20 years' experience in public sector solution architecture and IT infrastructure design and implementation, including 15 years at Hewlett Packard Enterprise ('HPE') where he most recently led their North America HPC/AI infrastructure platforms category. Under his leadership, the business grew to $2 billion in 2024, representing annual growth of 160%. At HPE North America, Mr. Bond was responsible for all HPC/AI go-to-market activities including the creation of new customer offerings, designing sales and pricing programs, managing partners, including NVIDIA, Intel and others, and managing net new logo sales and business development teams. Prior to HPE, Mr. Bond led all product development, engineering, marketing, operations, and pre-sales business development for Apptix, the largest (at the time) Application Service Provider for Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint, and Unified Communications. Prior to Apptix, Mr. Bond served as the Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder of IceWEB, where he created one of the first fully automated software-as-a-service (SaaS) cloud offerings, before cloud and SaaS terms were coined. Mr. Bond is also the author of 'The Enterprise Cloud' and a keynote speaker at industry events nation-wide, covering topics, such as the benefits of on-premise and hybrid cloud, AI/GenAI use cases, and how to build and deploy AI infrastructure including GPUs, HPC storage, and power/cooling specifically tuned for AI workloads. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer and Information Science from the University of Maryland. CEO Ben Gagnon stated, 'We are thrilled to welcome James into this critically important role for Bitfarms. James, and the team he builds around him, will spearhead the development and implementation of our long-term HPC/AI strategy. With our Pennsylvania pipeline of 1.1GW of secured power, we are in a strong position to develop an HPC/AI business geared for scale in the U.S. James' impressive track record of implementing HPC solutions at scale and driving exponential growth for HPE's HPC business makes him the ideal candidate to lead this new growth chapter at Bitfarms.' James Bond stated, ' I am excited to join the talented team at Bitfarms at such a pivotal time in their growth trajectory. I look forward to leveraging their premium Pennsylvania properties, existing data centers, and power capacity to deploy a world-class high-performance computing infrastructure to host state-of-the-art artificial intelligence solutions for future customers.' About Bitfarms Ltd. Founded in 2017, Bitfarms is a global Bitcoin and vertically integrated data center company that sells its computational power to one or more mining pools from which it receives payment in Bitcoin. Bitfarms develops, owns, and operates vertically integrated mining facilities with in-house management and company-owned electrical engineering, installation service, and multiple onsite technical repair centers. Bitfarms currently has 15 operating Bitcoin data centers in four countries: the United States, Canada, Paraguay, and Argentina. Powered predominantly by environmentally friendly hydro-electric and long-term power contracts, Bitfarms is committed to using sustainable and often underutilized energy infrastructure. To learn more about Bitfarms' events, developments, and online communities: Glossary of Terms HPC/AI = High Performance Computing / Artificial Intelligence GW = Gigawatt Forward-Looking Statements This news release contains certain 'forward-looking information' and 'forward-looking statements' (collectively, 'forward-looking information') that are based on expectations, estimates and projections as at the date of this news release and are covered by safe harbors under Canadian and United States securities laws. The statements and information in this release regarding the ability to enhance the business of the Company through adding additional human resources to HPC/AI strategies, opportunities relating to the potential of the Company's data centers for HPC/AI opportunities, the merits and ability to secure long-term contracts associated with HPC/AI customers, the North American energy and compute infrastructure strategy, projected growth, target hashrate, and other statements regarding future growth, plans and objectives of the Company are forward-looking information. Any statements that involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as 'expects', or 'does not expect', 'is expected', 'anticipates' or 'does not anticipate', 'plans', 'budget', 'scheduled', 'forecasts', 'estimates', 'prospects', 'believes' or 'intends' or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results 'may' or 'could', 'would', 'might' or 'will' be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking information and are intended to identify forward-looking information. This forward-looking information is based on assumptions and estimates of management of the Company at the time they were made, and involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such factors include, among others, risks relating to: the anticipated benefits of the rebalancing of operations to North America and the North American energy and compute infrastructure strategy may not be realized; an inability to apply the Company's data centers to HPC/AI opportunities on a profitable basis; a failure to secure long-term contracts associated with HPC/AI customers on terms which are economic or at all; the construction and operation of the Company's facilities may not occur as currently planned, or at all; expansion may not materialize as currently anticipated, or at all; the digital currency market; the ability to successfully mine digital currency; revenue may not increase as currently anticipated, or at all; it may not be possible to profitably liquidate the current digital currency inventory, or at all; a decline in digital currency prices may have a significant negative impact on operations; an increase in network difficulty may have a significant negative impact on operations; the volatility of digital currency prices; the anticipated growth and sustainability of hydroelectricity for the purposes of cryptocurrency mining in the applicable jurisdictions; the inability to maintain reliable and economical sources of power for the Company to operate cryptocurrency mining assets; the risks of an increase in the Company's electricity costs, cost of natural gas, changes in currency exchange rates, energy curtailment or regulatory changes in the energy regimes in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates and the adverse impact on the Company's profitability; future capital needs and the ability to complete current and future financings, including Bitfarms' ability to utilize an at-the-market offering program ( 'ATM Program') and the prices at which securities may be sold in such ATM Program, as well as capital market conditions in general; share dilution resulting from an ATM Program and from other equity issuances; the risk that a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting could result in a misstatement of the Company's financial position that may lead to a material misstatement of the annual or interim consolidated financial statements if not prevented or detected on a timely basis; any regulations or laws that will prevent Bitfarms from operating its business; historical prices of digital currencies and the ability to mine digital currencies that will be consistent with historical prices; and the adoption or expansion of any regulation or law that will prevent Bitfarms from operating its business, or make it more costly to do so. For further information concerning these and other risks and uncertainties, refer to the Company's filings on (which are also available on the website of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at including the restated MD&A for the year-ended December 31, 2023, filed on December 9, 2024. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended, including factors that are currently unknown to or deemed immaterial by the Company. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate as actual results, and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking information. The Company undertakes no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking information other than as required by law. Trading in the securities of the Company should be considered highly speculative. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein. Neither the Toronto Stock Exchange, Nasdaq, or any other securities exchange or regulatory authority accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Investor Relations Contacts: Tracy Krumme SVP, Head of IR & Corp. Comms. +1 786-671-5638 tkrumme@ Media Contacts: Caroline Brady Baker Director, Communications cbaker@
