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India Most Targeted By Ransomware Attacks In APAC During Q1 2026: Report
India emerged as the most targeted country in the Asia-Pacific region for ransomware attacks during the first quarter of 2026, recording 45 incidents, according to a report released by cybersecurity firm Cyble. The report said ransomware incidents in India rose 165 per cent year-on-year and 55 per cent sequentially during the January-March quarter, making it the worst-affected country in the region.
Wholesale Inflation Hits 42-Month High Of 8.3% In April On Fuel Price Spike
India’s wholesale inflation rose sharply to a 42-month high of 8.3 per cent in April, driven by a steep increase in fuel and energy prices amid rising global crude oil costs and supply disruptions linked to the West Asia crisis. Data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on Thursday showed Wholesale Price Index (WPI)-based inflation climbed from 3.88 per cent in March. The rise was led by higher prices of mineral oils, crude petroleum, natural gas and basic metals.
SBI Says Gold Import Duty Hike May Fuel Smuggling Risks, Pressure CAD:
The recent hike in customs duty on gold imports to 15 per cent is expected to push up domestic gold prices, influence trading patterns in the bullion market, and potentially weigh on India’s current account deficit (CAD), according to a report by SBI Research. The report said higher import duties on gold have historically led to unintended market distortions, including the diversion of physical supplies through unofficial routes.
Goyal Targets 16-17% Export Growth To Reach $1 Tn This Fiscal
India has set an ambitious target of taking its combined goods and services exports to USD 1 trillion in 2026-27, with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal expressing confidence that the goal is achievable despite global trade uncertainties.
PM’s Seven Appeals Can Help India Save $37.8 Bn In Forex: Report
India could save nearly USD 37.8 billion in foreign exchange reserves if citizens follow Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent calls to reduce imports and conserve resources, according to a report released by Brickwork Ratings on Thursday. The report estimated that the combined impact of seven behavioural and consumption changes suggested by the Prime Minister could help save around Rs 3.59 lakh crore, assuming an exchange rate of Rs 95 against the US dollar.
Jaishankar, Maldives FM Review Bilateral Ties; Push For Stronger Economic Cooperation
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday held talks with Maldives Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam to review bilateral ties and discuss ways to expand cooperation in trade, investment and people-to-people exchanges during her first official visit to India. After the meeting, Jaishankar said on X that the discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation under India’s “Neighbourhood First” policy.
How AI Helps in Combating Ransomware Attacks and Data Breaches
As ransomware and data breaches rise, stronger cybersecurity is crucial. Traditional methods help but struggle with today’s advanced threats. That’s where AI comes in. It offers smart solutions to stay ahead of cybercriminals. The Growing Threat of Cyberattacks Ransomware holds your data hostage for money (locks your data), while data breaches leak your personal information. These cyber threats are happening more often and getting harder to stop.
Windfall For Government As RBI Transfers Record Rs 2.1 Trillion For FY24
MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI’s) central board met on Wednesday and decided to transfer a record surplus of Rs 2.11 trillion to the government for 2023-24 (FY24) even after increasing the contingent buffer at the peak level of 6.5 per cent. This amount is more than double the Centre’s budgeted figure for dividends from the central bank and other public-sector undertakings (PSUs). The RBI had transferred a surplus of Rs 87,416 crore in FY23.
Chicago Public Media CEO Matt Moog To Step Down
Chicago Public Media has announced that Matt Moog will step down as CEO upon the hiring of his successor. Moog originally joined the organization as a member of their Board of Directors in 2010 and became CEO in 2020. During his tenure he oversaw the acquisition of the Chicago Sun-Times newspaper to join Public News/Talk 91.5 WBEZ and Vocalo.org. Prior to Chicago Public Media, Moog spent most of his career in the tech industry where he intends to return to entrepreneurship.
iHeartMedia Announces Restructuring of Markets Group With Multiple Position Shifts
iHeartMedia has announced a restructuring of its Markets Group. The company currently splits its local operations into three divisions, Region, Metro and Community based on market size and common needs/characteristics.
Jack Oliver Joins Classic Hits 92.7 Wichita
Longtime Wichita programmer and personality Jack Oliver debuted this morning on Murfin Media’s “Classic Hits 92.7” KWME Wellington/Wichita. Oliver “retired” from Audacy’s competing Classic Hits 103.7 KEYN in June after nineteen years with the station as Program Director mostly in afternoons before moving to mornings in 2020.
Jim Loftus Departs Seven Mountains Media To Join Times-Shamrock As CEO
After a little over five years as Chief Operating Officer at Seven Mountains Media, Jim Loftus is exiting the company to join Times-Shamrock Communications as Chief Executive Officer. Loftus will succeed Jim Lewandowski, who will step down from the position on December 31. Loftus previously served as Chief Operating Officer for Times-Shamrock from 1997 until 2005.
Bridget England Rises To 96 Rock Cincinnati Program Director
Cumulus Media has announced the promotion of Bridget England to Program Director of “96 Rock” WFTK Lebanon/Cincinnati OH. England has spent her entire career with the Cumulus and previously Susquehanna cluster starting as an intern. She would join “96 Rock” when it launched in 2007 and co-hosted mornings as ‘Mistress Bridget’ with Michael ‘Fin’ Walter until 2014 when the show was replaced by syndication.
Party 103.3 Toledo Signs Off; Andrew Z & Demetrius Join 107.7 The Wolf
Broadcast Hippo Digital Media Rhythmic Hot AC “Party 103.3” W277BI Toledo/WTOD-HD2 Delta OH has ceased operations after fifteen months. The station’s morning show hosted by station operator ‘Andrew Z’ Zepeda and Demetrius Nicodemus will join Patton Advertising’s Country “107.7 The Wolf” WPFX-FM Luckey/Toledo on Tuesday, December 5.
Skyview Networks Extends Partnership With CBS Audio Network
Paramount’s CBS Audio Network and Skyview Networks announced today the multi-year renewal of their distribution and network audio sales partnership. Since initially partnering in 2018 and following a successful renewal in 2020, the award-winning network and the industry-leading audio solutions company will continue leveraging their expertise to drive revenue results for CBS’s news and music formats while providing audio distribution and technical innovation.
November 2023 (10/12 – 11/9) Nielsen Audio PPM Ratings Top 50 - RadioInsight
No Result View All Result November 2023 (10/12 – 11/9) Nielsen Audio PPM Ratings Top 50 Average Quarter Hour Share for Persons 6+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid Top 50 Share Top 50 CUME All ratings are Copyright © 2005-2023 The Nielsen Company. All rights reserved. Nielsen radio audience estimates and data are federally copyrighted by and proprietary to Nielsen. Comments Lance Venta is Owner and Publisher of RadioInsight.com.
FCC Report 12/3: Houston Translator Nabbed For Multiple Violations; Nine Boston Pirates Issued Warnings
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November 2023 (10/12 – 11/9) Nielsen Audio PPM Ratings Day 4: X102.3 Marks New Highs - RadioInsight
The fourth and final day of Nielsen Audio’s PPM releases for the month bring Austin, Raleigh/Durham, Indianapolis, Nashville, Milwaukee, Providence, Norfolk, Jacksonville, Greensboro/Winston-Salem, West Palm Beach, Memphis, and Hartford. All the numbers can be found at RadioInsight.com/Ratings. Waterloo Media Variety Hits “103.5 Bob-FM” KBPA rises up 8.6 to 10.6 to extend its lead.
Afternoon Drive Personality
Full Time Southern Illinois (Marion-Carbondale) Rare opening at New Country, Z100 (Marion-Carbondale, IL) Southern Illinois. On-air pro for Afternoon Drive. Strong production skills & desire to represent the region’s country leader at remotes, events, concerts. You will be joining a stable, cohesive team of passionate pros at a locally programmed station. This is the first opening in a decade for the reigning Illinois Broadcasters Station of the Year.
Oregon Cluster Hit By Ransomware Attacks
GCC Bend LLC, which operates its four stations in Bend OR as BackyardMedia, is the most recent broadcaster to be hit by a ransomware attack. The stations are currently rebuilding their libraries and running commercial-free music sans imaging with the local hosts doing as much as they can. In a message shared on each of their Facebook pages, General Manager Andy Hilmes wrote, “You may have noticed a slight difference in the sound of our radio station the last couple of days.
Jennifer J. McDermott
Jennifer McDermott is an associate in the Labor & Employment Law Department and a member of the Employment Litigation & Arbitration Practice Group and Counseling, Training & Pay Equity Practice Group. Jennifer defends employers in a variety of labor and employment matters in both state and federal courts, including wage and hour single-plaintiff lawsuits and class, collective, and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) representative actions.
John Gurley Partner Attorney Lawyer Trade Arent Fox Schiff
John represents clients in matters before the International Trade Commission and the US Department of Commerce. He has significant experience in handling matters before the Office of the US Trade Representative and Section 337 cases before the US International Trade Commission. He also represents clients in Section 232 and Section 301 investigations.
Seth Proctor Tax Attorney Nelson Mullins Law Firm Charlotte, NC
Seth is an attorney with the firm’s Tax and Benefits Team and primarily focuses on the areas of tax planning, corporate tax, and the tax-focused options available to the parties in compensation and acquisition arrangements. Seth has prior experience prosecuting federal crimes ranging from larceny to sexual assault and has researched, drafted, and argued motions before the Navy-Marine Crops Eastern, Western, and Hawaii Judicial Circuit Courts.
Kirsten Vignec Employee Benefits Attorney HIll Ward Henderson
Hill Ward Henderson’s COVID-19 Response Team is recognized as a National Law Review Go-To Thought Leader for their valuable contributions related to the CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act), and their examination of the SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) created by that legislation.
Sophos Reveals Education Sector Worst Hit By Ransomware Attacks
Sophos released a new sectoral survey report, “The State of Ransomware in Education 2023,” which found that education reported the highest rate of ransomware attacks in 2022. Over the past year, 79% of higher educational organizations surveyed reported being hit by ransomware, while 80% of lower educational organizations surveyed were targeted—an increase from 64% and 56% in 2021, respectively.
Denene Moore To Join iHeartMedia Norfolk As Market President
Denene Moore will be joining iHeartMedia as its new SVP/Market President for its Norfolk VA cluster. While not publicly announced yet, Moore wrote on Facebook that she has accepted the position. Moore has spent her career in Indianapolis most recently with Radio One as Director of Sales and Strategic Partnerships. She has also served as Business Development Manager for Susquehanna from 1996-2001, General Sales Manager for Cumulus from 2010-19, and with Radio One since 2019.
Sunny Doubles Up In Central Michigan
No Result View All Result Ahead of the closing of its purchase of the stations, Black Diamond Broadcasting has flipped Country “107.7 The Highway” 1490 WMPX/107.7 W299CK Midland MI to a simulcast of Classic Hits “Sunny 97.7” WMRX-FM Beaverton. WMPX had previously simulcast WMRX-FM until signing on its translator and flipping to Country in March 2019. The addition of the simulcast improves the Classic Hits brand’s coverage in Midland proper as 97.7 rimshots the town.
Station Sales Week Of 7/7
Christian Ministries of the Valley will acquire Andres Bichara’s Bi-Media’s Spanish CHR “Ultra 104.9” KJAV Alamo/McAllen TX for $1.45 million. The Bichara family also owns stations in Monterrey and Tijuana in Mexico. Educational Media Foundation will purchase 104.9 WYGC High Springs/Gainesville FL from JVC Media. The sale contract was inadvertently omitted from the FCC filing. EMF’s “K-Love” is currently heard in Gainesville on 88.7 W204BL.
Worship 24/7 To Add Five Signals From Radio By Grace
No Result View All Result Radio By Grace will donate five of its signals to 247 Media Ministries, the operator of the “Worship 24/7” network. “Worship 24/7” wil acquire 91.9 WJEP Cusseta GA and translators 90.7 K206ED La Mars IA, 91.5 K218EA Ottumwa IA, 95.5 K240DE Sioux City IA, and 89.5 K208FB Burley ID. As part of the deal, their President David Harms will work with Radio By Grace as a strategist for their fundraising.
John Mathews Joins WGRF & WQHZ
Cumulus Media has announced that John Mathews will join the company as midday host at Classic Rock “97 Rock” 96.9 WGRF Buffalo NY and Assistant Program Director at “Z102.3” WQHZ Erie PA. Mathews previously served as Music Director and afternoon host at WQHZ from 2011 to 2017. He has also has served as PD/morning host at “99.1 The Sound” WVOD Manteo NC, Production Director/afternoon host at AAA 89.7 WTMD Baltimore, and Operations Manager for LHTC Media Morgantown WV.
NHPR Promotes Emily Quirk To Program Director
NHPR’s new Program Director is a familiar voice, Emily Quirk. The promotion makes Emily the leader of live broadcast platforms and live events programming for the statewide public broadcast. In her new role, she will lead NHPR’s efforts to use radio, the livestream and events to maximize the impact of the organization’s journalism and to grow and diversify NHPR audiences on those platforms.
Aaron Goose Seller Relocates To W4 Country
With the impending sale of Cumulus Media’s “New Country 93.1” WDRQ Detroit to Family Life Broadcasting System, morning host Aaron ‘Goose’ Seller has moved 45 minutes west as Program Director and morning host at co-owned “W4 Country” 102.9 WWWW-FM Ann Arbor. Seller fills the slot on “W4 Mornings” that had been held by Brian ‘Bubba’ Cowan from 2002 until his departure at the end of June to take a job in the airline industry.
Whitey & Watkins Take Over Middays At KHTK
Kevin “Whitey” Gleason and Chris Watkins have been named the new midday show hosts (Monday – Friday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.) on Sactown Sports 1140 AM. Their new show, Whitey & Watkins, debuts on Monday, July 10, 2023. “We are very excited to welcome Whitey Gleason back to Sactown Sports,” Steve Cottingim, SVP Market Manager for Bonneville Sacramento, said.
Townsquare Media & Amaturo Sonoma Media Hit By Ransomware Attacks
For the second time in five years, Townsquare Media has been the victim of a cyberattack. A hacker collective known as ALPHV has taken credit for gaining unauthorized access to a significant amount of data belonging to the company in late June. The Cyber Express reports that ALPHV claimed they pulled 251GB of the company’s data including files sourced from the company’s servers and workstations.
Townsquare Media & Amaturo Sonoma Media Hit By Ransomware Attacks
For the second time in five years, Townsquare Media has been the victim of a cyberattack. A hacker collective known as ALPHV has taken credit for gaining unauthorized access to a significant amount of data belonging to the company in late June. The Cyber Express reports that ALPHV claimed they pulled 251GB of the company’s data including files sourced from the company’s servers and workstations.
Catch Up On News And Events That Happened This Week
Here is catching up on news and events that happened this week in the world of cybersecurity. Estonian National Charged in U.S. for Acquiring Hacking-Tools An Estonian was prosecuted for buying U.S. military and government equipment for Russia. On March 28, 2023, Tallinn detained 45-year-old Andrei Shevlyakov. He faces 18 conspiracy charges and others. If convicted, he may serve 20 years. Shevlyakov is accused of importing critical technology from U.S. corporations through front companies.
Superyacht-Maker Lürssen, Targeted By Ransomware Attacks
24 minutes ago informationsecuritybuzz.com Over the Easter weekend, a well-known manufacturer of high-end yachts for the super-wealthy was the victim of a ransomware assault; however, it is unclear if private client data was taken. German Superyacht-Maker Lürssen, established in 1875, is thought to generate close to €2 billion ($2.2 billion) in annual sales and undoubtedly has an exclusive clientele, making it a prime target for cyber extortionists.
Superyacht-Maker L├╝rssen, Targeted By Ransomware Attacks
By www.ITSecurityNews.info Over the Easter weekend, a well-known manufacturer of high-end yachts for the super-wealthy was the victim of a ransomware assault; however, it is unclear if private client data was taken. German Superyacht-Maker Lürssen, established in 1875, is thought to generate close to €2 billion ($2.2 billion) in annual sales and undoubtedly has an exclusive clientele, [...] This article has been indexed from Information Security Buzz Read the original article:
Superyacht-Maker Lürssen, Targeted By Ransomware Attacks
Over the Easter weekend, a well-known manufacturer of high-end yachts for the super-wealthy was the victim of a ransomware assault; however, it is unclear if private client data was taken. German Superyacht-Maker Lürssen, established in 1875, is thought to generate close to €2 billion ($2.2 billion) in annual sales and undoubtedly has an exclusive clientele, making it a prime target for cyber extortionists.
Ransomware attacks and its preventions By Srinivas Yadav Karri CISO- KFin Technologies Limited
To protect against phishing attacks, the most frequent attack vector for ransomware, enterprises need to adopt solutions like Email Gateway Security and a sandbox solution at the network layer This is an exclusive article by Srinivas Yadav Karri CISO- KFin Technologies… Source: cionews.co.in – Read more
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Trellix Announces Appointment Of New CISO
As part of the company’s ongoing effort to drive the future of extended detection and response (XDR), Trellix Wednesday announced the appointment of Harold Rivas as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). “I am thrilled to welcome Harold Rivas to Team Trellix. Harold joins as our Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), responsible for leading our global security and compliance initiatives.
Over A Dozen Schools In Hull And Yorkshire Crippled By Ransomware Attacks
Several schools in Hull and Yorkshire area suffered significant cyber attacks over Christmas that left the teachers unable to use their computers and schedule lessons. According to the Sun, all 15 schools of the York-based Hope Sentamu Learning Trust have been targeted by threat actors. Another independent school in Hull, the Hymers College, is also on the list of affected schools.
HBO Max EMEA Content Chief Root To Leave
By Mark Layton HBO Max EMEA content chief Antony Root is to step down from his role at Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) at the end of March, after more than a decade with the company. Root took on his current EVP & head of original production position in 2021, having joined HBO in 2011 to lead original programming and production for its HBO Europe arm.
U.S. Can Expect to see more Ransomware Attacks
In the cybersecurity space, there are many things we do not all agree on, but one thing I have noticed in the past year is that we all agree that the U.S. can expect to see more ransomware attacks as the nation recover from recent attacks which included the District of Columbia Police Department, The Colonial Pipeline and now the JBS meat plant. These will continue to increase, especially in the state, local environment, as well as in the critical infrastructure and manufacturing space.
The Ongoing And Extensive Threat of Ransomware Attacks!
Ransomware attack prevention is an ongoing issue that continues to affect businesses all over the world. In fact, the rate at which businesses are being targeted seems to be increasing, making ransomware attack prevention services even more essential for companies using IT in any capacity.
Costa Rica, An Entire Country Targeted By Ransomware Attacks
WASHINGTON ( Associated Press) — Teachers can’t take their pay. Customs and tax payments are paralyzed. Physicians do not have access to their patient records or cannot observe the spread of COVID-19. Costa Rica’s problems are so great that its president declares war on foreign hackers and says he wants to topple his government.
Industries Most Affected By Ransomware Attacks In February
The three industries that were hit hardest by increased ransomware attacks in February are industrials (35.68%), consumer cyclicals (21.62%), and technology (8.11%). The new edition of NCC Group’s Monthly Threat Pulse also highlighted the region that was most attacked by attackers. North America and Europe were most affected, with each region accounting for 42% of the attacks. Asia was third on the list, accounting for 10% of the attacks.
Users Furious After They Were Locked Out Of Their Facebook Accounts
Facebook users around the world were furious after being blocked from their accounts for reasons that have not yet been explained. As they try to log in to their accounts, Facebook users receive a message saying: “Your Facebook account has been disabled because it did not follow our Community Standards. This decision can’t be reversed.” Facebook’s parent company Meta confirmed the matter and said it had launched an investigation into the issue.
Industries Most Affected By Ransomware Attacks In February
The three industries that were hit hardest by increased ransomware attacks in February are industrials (35.68%), consumer cyclicals (21.62%), and technology (8.11%). The new edition of NCC Group’s Monthly Threat Pulse also highlighted the region that was most attacked by attackers. North America and Europe were most affected, with each region accounting for 42% of the attacks. Asia was third on the list, accounting for 10% of the attacks.
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