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  • [New] The members of the Security Council reaffirmed that terrorism in all its forms and manifestations constitutes one of the most serious threats to peace and security in Afghanistan, as well as in the world. ReliefWeb
  • [New] The U.S. Department of Transportation plans to conduct its first industry-wide review of data security and privacy policies across the largest U.S. airlines. Yahoo News
  • [New] The continued existence of TTP sanctuaries in Afghanistan not only undermines Pakistan's security but also poses a threat to Afghanistan itself which sits on the brink of another civil war based on ethnicity and the issue of Durand Line with Pakistan. Daily Times
  • [New] An Israeli offensive into the southern Gaza town of Rafah would risk further isolating Israel and damage its long-term security. The Guardian
  • [New] Imminent packages of Western security assistance may address Ukraine's pressing immediate shortages, but Russian offensive efforts will continue to force Ukraine to expend materiel in ways that can reproduce similar shortages over time in the absence of more consistent security assistance. Institute for the Study of War
  • [New] CrowdStrike announced its pending acquisition of Flow Security, a company specializing in cloud data security with an approach emphasizing runtime analysis for real-time data discovery, classification, risk detection, and policy enforcement. NAND Research
  • [New] The probe by the top lawmakers on the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee could help fuel a push for new restrictions on Chinese contract research firms like WuXi AppTec that critics say are tied to Beijing and pose a security risk. KFF Health News
  • [New] Russian offensive tactics will likely increasingly pressure Ukrainian defences as long as delays in Western security assistance persist. Institute for the Study of War
  • [New] Despite substantial emissions (96.4%) from energy-related sectors and a policy framework lacking gender and social inclusivity, Bangladesh recognizes the potential of renewable energy to enhance energy security and sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. PubMed Central (PMC)
  • [New] The integration of renewable energy sources has the potential to amplify the energy security of Bangladesh and mitigate its dependence on natural gas. PubMed Central (PMC)
  • [New] The US has the authority to sanction businesses that are at risk of harming its national security in the future, and officials do not necessarily need to prove past harmful or illegal activity. Economic Times
  • [New] The development of flexibility solutions such as battery energy storage systems will play a major role in integrating renewable energies and accelerating the energy transition by guaranteeing the efficiency, reliability and security of energy systems. MarketScreener
  • [New] The focus of telecom companies on blockchain technology as a means to bolster their mobile workforce tracking security is expected to intensify by 2024. Field Squared
  • [New] The use of advanced encryption techniques for data protection is expected to become a key part of telecom companies' strategies for addressing data security in mobile workforce tracking by 2024. Field Squared
  • [New] Advanced encryption techniques are anticipated to be a significant strategy for telecom companies to address data security in mobile workforce tracking by 2024. Field Squared
  • [New] By harnessing AI for predictive analytics, crop monitoring, and precision agriculture, Pakistani farmers can enhance crop yields, optimise resource utilization, and mitigate risks, ultimately bolstering food security and economic stability. DAWN.COM
  • [New] China currently controls nearly 60% of rare earth mining operations, over 85% of processing capabilities, and more than 90% of permanent magnet production, posing a potential threat to U.S. national security. The Diplomat
  • [New] Venezuela's adoption of the Skyfend Hunter SHH100 represents a forward leap in combating unauthorized aerial threats, highlighting the role of technology in maintaining national security. Army Recognition
  • The EU and Egypt agreed on the need to deepen their cooperation, through the Counter-terrorism Dialog, and strengthen it in the field of preventing and countering security threats and challenges, including cybersecurity threats. European Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiati
  • Terrorist groups such as the TTP were a collective threat to regional peace and security, adding that it fully realised the challenge Afghan authorities faced in combating the threat posed by TTP. DAWN.COM
  • The shadow home affairs spokesperson has labelled TikTok a bad faith actor and a serious threat to Australia's national security, urging the Albanese government to follow the United States in its crackdown on the video-sharing app. The Guardian

Last updated: 26 March 2024



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