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July 22, 2024Information hallVulnerability / Malware JavaScript downloader malware known as SocGholish (aka FakeUpdates) is used to deliver a remote access trojan named AsyncRAT as well as a legitimate open source project called BOINC. BOINKshort for Berkeley Open Infrastructure Network Computing Client, is open source “volunteer computing”. platform is supported by the University of California to perform “large-scale, high-throughput distributed computing” using home computers running the program. “In that way, it’s similar to a cryptocurrency miner (using computer resources to do work), and it’s actually designed to reward users with a specific type of cryptocurrency called Gridcoin designed for that…

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Cyber ​​security researchers have discovered a new variant of Linux ransomware known as to play (aka Balloonfly and PlayCrypt) which is designed for VMWare ESXi environments. “These developments indicate that the group may be expanding its attacks on the Linux platform, leading to more victims and more successful ransom negotiations,” Trend Micro researchers said. said in a report released Friday. Play, which appeared on the scene in June 2022, is known for its dual extortion tactics, encrypting systems after stealing sensitive data and demanding payment in exchange for a decryption key. According to estimates published by Australia and the United…

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The National Cyber and Encryption Agency (BSSN) has selected French cyber security tech company Thales as its partner to optimize cyber security in the Indonesian digital sector.  BSSN and Thales cooperates in cyber security BSSN and Thales previously signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the first quarter of 2023 to secure Indonesia’s internet industry. The MoU was signed by Hinsa Siburian, the Head of BSSN, and Nicolas Bouverot, Vice-President of Thales Asia. Hinsa said that the MoU signing is in line with the directive of the National Cyber Security Strategy (SKSN), which emphasizes strengthening collaboration with private cyber security…

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Privy, a provider of digital trust in Indonesia, has bagged $48m for its Series C funding round, which was led by private equity giant KKR.Other commitments came from existing backers MDI Ventures, GGV Capital and Telkomsel Mitra Inovasi, as well as first-time investor Singtel Innov8.With the funds, the RegTech company plans to bolster its position in Indonesia. It will also build new consumer and enterprise products that enable users to access a wider range of services securely. Funds will also be used to help Privy expand internationally.Privy believes this investment is a testament to the rising digital economy in Indonesia.…

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Justice Minister Pol Col Tawee Sodsong has announced plans to travel to Indonesia to negotiate the extradition of Chavalit “Paeng Nanode” Thongduang, a convicted crime boss who escaped custody last year. Justice Minister Pol Col Tawee Sodsong has announced plans to travel to Indonesia to negotiate the extradition of Chavalit “Paeng Nanode” Thongduang, a convicted crime boss who escaped custody last year. Chavalit, 37, fled after receiving a 20-year and three-month sentence for attempting to free a drug suspect from police custody. He was recently arrested in Indonesia. Pol Col Tawee, accompanied by Department of Special Investigation (DSI) Acting Director-General…

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Wednesday, July 3, 2024Reading Time: 2 minutesThe bustling city of Jakarta, Indonesia, is set to host the Travel Meet Asia Road Show 2024 on July 3-4. This prominent event promises to be a pivotal platform for showcasing Southeast Asia’s rich tourism potential, bringing together industry leaders, travel enthusiasts, and business innovators under one roof.Travel Meet Asia is a renowned series of events aimed at promoting tourism across the vibrant landscapes of Southeast Asia. The Jakarta edition of this road show will feature a diverse array of activities, including insightful seminars, networking sessions, and exhibitions that highlight the unique travel experiences…

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London, UK – The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) projects a record breaking year for Indonesia’s Travel & Tourism sector in 2024, with jobs in the sector set to exceed 2019 levels to reach more than 12.5mn. This year, the global body’s annual data foresees a sector filled with opportunities, with other metrics, such as economic contribution and domestic visitor spending, poised to set new records. The latest figures reveal that the sector’s contribution to Indonesia’s economy is expected to surpass IDR 1,131TN this year, showing a robust 12.3% increase from the previous year…

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Indonesia has been an OECD Key Partner since 2007 alongside Brazil, China, India and South Africa, and became the first accession candidate country from Southeast Asia in February 2024.  Indonesia is the seventh-largest economy (based on purchasing power parity) and one of the most dynamic  emerging market economies in the world today. It is the only country from Southeast Asia in the G20, an active member of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Forum, and a constructive leader of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Co-operation with the OECD has grown significantly with Indonesia participating in 11 OECD bodies and…

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Jakarta, Indonesia – Indonesia’s temporary ban on major websites including PayPal has exposed the difficult balancing act Jakarta faces as it seeks to both tighten control of the internet and become Southeast Asia’s next tech hub. Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo has listed digital infrastructure as a priority under his Making Indonesia 4.0 roadmap aimed at lifting his country into the ranks of the world’s top 10 economies. But even as Widodo has pushed the digital economy, overseeing Indonesia’s rise to become Southeast Asia’s second-largest recipient of venture capital and home to 13 tech unicorns valued at more than $1bn,…

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