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Serco tracking devices on prison vans disabled after cyber attack

Crews transporting offenders left without security in subcontractor outage that also hit DHL

World - Financial Times - 10 hours ago

A Japanese boy was killed in China. Was cyber-nationalism to blame?

The Chinese government has been accused of using online nationalism as a useful safety valve.

Cyber security companies are thriving — even when they fail

This may be the ultimate industry for providing very lucrative but ineffective solutions

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

More councils hit by pro-Russia cyber attack

The unitary authority says its website is down due to a cyber attack affecting several councils.

These Apps Help People With Disabilities Travel Smarter and Safer

For the disability community, technology can be the most valuable travel companion. These apps and services make it easier to get around a new city.

Tech - Wired - October 14

Voters with disabilities are feeling ignored by presidential candidates

A new report from Rutgers University estimates that about 40.2 million eligible voters in the quickly approaching U.S. presidential election are disabled

Health - ABC News - October 14

Voters with disabilities are feeling ignored by presidential candidates

A new report from Rutgers University estimates that about 40.2 million eligible voters in the quickly approaching U.S. presidential election are disabled

What happens to disabled people when parents die?

A group of friends with severe learning disabilities are planning a future in a shared home.

American Airlines fined $50M for violating disability laws

The U.S. Department of Transportation on Wednesday announced a $50 million fine against American Airlines for its alleged mistreatment of passengers with disabilities, which the department said in ...

Yelp disables reviews for the McDonald's location visited by Trump

Yelp said it disabled comments after a rash of politicized reviews for the Feasterville, PA-based McDonald's visited by Donald Trump.

Clemson fraternity embraces student in intellectual disability program

At Clemson University in South Carolina, the ClemsonLIFE program gives students with intellectual disabilities a chance to learn life skills for independent living. But as much as the program ...

Cyber criminals increasingly helping Russia and China target the US, Microsoft says

Russia, China and Iran are expanding their partnerships with cyber criminals to conduct cyberespionage and cyberattacks against the U.S. and other nations, according to a new report from Microsoft

Tech - ABC News - October 15

EU markets watchdog pushes for extra cyber defences in new crypto rules

Esma asks for amendment to tighten regulation with demand for external audits of defences against hackers

World - Financial Times - October 16

China Security Group Urges Review of Intel's Chips as Tech Tension With U.S. Rises

The Chinese industry group said that Intel’s products have shown security vulnerabilities and high failure rates.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 16

Trump and Vance possible targets of China-backed cyber attack

It is reported the Republican candidates' phones may have been among the targets of a broader cyber attack.

This young disabled man dreamed of having a job - the system had other ideas

Elliot wants to live independently - but making that happen proved a bigger challenge than he expected.

How a care home teacher set up a TV station for and by people with learning disabilities

All the reporters at Norway's TV BRA are disabled or autistic.

Atletico trying to raise awareness of fans with disabilities in Champions League game

Atletico Madrid is trying to bring a record number of spectators with disabilities to a Champions League match to raise awareness about inclusion and the need to promote better access to sport for ...

Sports - ABC News - October 22

American to pay $50 million fine for its treatment of disabled passengers

Airlines must be accountable for their treatment of passengers with disabilities, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said.

American Airlines Fined $50 Million for Treatment of Disabled Travelers Using Wheelchairs

The Transportation Department issued the fine after an investigation revealed “cases of unsafe physical assistance that at times resulted in injuries and undignified treatment of wheelchair users.”

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

American Airlines to pay $50 million penalty for mistreatment of disabled fliers

American Airlines’ stock falls after $50 million settlement with DOT over mistreatment of disabled passengers.

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

American Airlines Fined $50 Million Over Treatment of Passengers With Disabilities

The carrier said its mishandling rate for wheelchairs and scooters has dropped by 20% in recent years as it invests in new equipment and practices.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

New Louisiana election laws creating challenges for voters with disabilities

Laws in more than 20 states, including Louisiana, now restrict various elements of mail-in ballots, which includes the kinds of assistance a voter can ask for.

Hidden behind the budget is a terrible bombshell: billions in cuts for disabled people | Frances Ryan

The DWP confirms that draconian ‘savings’ are coming down the track. Are we a nation that will repair hospitals, but not help a nurse with long Covid?. In the days after the budget, the headlines ...

World - The Guardian - 23 hours ago

UK government pledges better treatment of people with autism and learning disabilities

Long-awaited mental health bill will end use of prison cells for people experiencing severe mental illness

World - Financial Times - 5 hours ago

A tough new EU cyber law is off to a messy start, with many countries failing to adopt the rules

New European Union rules requiring businesses to bolster their cyber defenses are already off to a messy start.

Business - CNBC - October 17

After rejecting Google takeover, cyber firm Wiz says it will IPO 'when the stars align'

Wiz is hoping to achieve $1 billion in annual recurring revenue in 2025 — a key condition the company wants to meet before going public.

Business - CNBC - October 18

Canada spy agency says India is using cyber tech to track Sikh separatists

CSE report says India is also stepping up cyber-attacks against Canada government networks. A Canadian spy agency has warned that India is using cyber technology to track separatists abroad, a day ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

Phoenix police under scrutiny after video shows violent arrest of disabled man

The arrest of a deaf Black man with cerebral palsy, who was repeatedly punched and Tased by a pair of Phoenix police officers in August and later charged with aggravated assault and resisting ...

The Remarkable Life of Ibelin review – moving tale of disabled gamer’s digital double life

Using World of Warcraft-style animation, this documentary tells the story of Mats Steen, a boy with muscular dystrophy whose online popularity was only revealed after his death. It’s probably just ...

World - The Guardian - October 18

‘Non-existent’: disabled fans’ survey highlights Uefa’s lack of away-day care

Level Playing Field survey paints a damning picture Uefa asked to display more of ‘a commitment to inclusion’ Uefa’s communication with disabled supporters has been widely described as ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

Yelp disables comments on the McDonald's that hosted Trump after influx of one-star reviews

After ex-President Donald Trump visited a Pennsylvania McDonald's, Yelp put an "unusual activity alert" on the location's page due to dozens of unusual reviews.

Business - CNBC - October 22

Man with cerebral palsy who gave up hope of finding work lands modelling job

Elliot Caswell, who has cerebral palsy, booked a modelling job after a BBC documentary explored his difficulties finding work.

Latest in Disabled Cyber

Serco tracking devices on prison vans disabled after cyber attack

A Japanese boy was killed in China. Was cyber-nationalism to blame?

Cyber security companies are thriving — even when they fail

More councils hit by pro-Russia cyber attack

These Apps Help People With Disabilities Travel Smarter and Safer

Voters with disabilities are feeling ignored by presidential candidates

Voters with disabilities are feeling ignored by presidential candidates

What happens to disabled people when parents die?

American Airlines fined $50M for violating disability laws

Yelp disables reviews for the McDonald's location visited by Trump

Clemson fraternity embraces student in intellectual disability program

Cyber criminals increasingly helping Russia and China target the US, Microsoft says

EU markets watchdog pushes for extra cyber defences in new crypto rules

China Security Group Urges Review of Intel's Chips as Tech Tension With U.S. Rises

Trump and Vance possible targets of China-backed cyber attack

This young disabled man dreamed of having a job - the system had other ideas

How a care home teacher set up a TV station for and by people with learning disabilities

Atletico trying to raise awareness of fans with disabilities in Champions League game

American to pay $50 million fine for its treatment of disabled passengers

American Airlines Fined $50 Million for Treatment of Disabled Travelers Using Wheelchairs

American Airlines to pay $50 million penalty for mistreatment of disabled fliers

American Airlines Fined $50 Million Over Treatment of Passengers With Disabilities

New Louisiana election laws creating challenges for voters with disabilities

Hidden behind the budget is a terrible bombshell: billions in cuts for disabled people | Frances Ryan

UK government pledges better treatment of people with autism and learning disabilities

A tough new EU cyber law is off to a messy start, with many countries failing to adopt the rules

After rejecting Google takeover, cyber firm Wiz says it will IPO 'when the stars align'

Canada spy agency says India is using cyber tech to track Sikh separatists

Phoenix police under scrutiny after video shows violent arrest of disabled man

The Remarkable Life of Ibelin review – moving tale of disabled gamer’s digital double life

‘Non-existent’: disabled fans’ survey highlights Uefa’s lack of away-day care

Yelp disables comments on the McDonald's that hosted Trump after influx of one-star reviews

Man with cerebral palsy who gave up hope of finding work lands modelling job

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