Technology Data Exposure Reported in Council’s New Online Booking System February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A resident of Launceston reportedly discovered the personal details of other individuals while utilizing a new online booking service introduced by a local council. Becky Hold, while attempting to reserve…
Technology Confidential Information Exposed Following Ransomware Attack on Namibian Telecoms Firm February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Namibia’s state-owned telecommunications company has experienced a ransomware attack, which has led to the exposure of sensitive customer data, reportedly including details concerning high-ranking government officials. Telecom Namibia stated that…
Technology Manx Telecom to commence phased decommissioning of copper broadband network February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek The gradual four-year decommissioning of the copper broadband network is scheduled to commence next year. Manx Telecom (MT), the entity responsible for deploying fibre infrastructure across the Isle of Man,…
Technology New Commanding Officer Appointed at Cornish Naval Air Base February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek The Royal Navy has announced the appointment of a new commanding officer (CO) for a naval air base located in Cornwall. Captain James Hall assumed leadership of RNAS Culdrose, situated…
Technology Guidance Issued on Fibre Broadband Migration February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Individuals with concerns regarding the shift from the copper network to fibre broadband have received a recommendation to reach out to their respective service providers. This advice comes after Manx…
Technology Essex E-Scooter Trial Surpasses Three Million Journeys February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek The e-scooter trial in Essex, initiated four years ago, has recorded over three million journeys. According to Essex County Council, these scooter rides have substituted close to 600,000 car journeys,…
Technology Manx Residents Urged to Update Internet Routers Due to Vulnerabilities February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A warning has been issued to residents of the Isle of Man following the identification of risks in certain internet routers, which render users susceptible to cyberattacks. This alert comes…
Technology Smart Device Health Alert Prompts Sea Rescue February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A multi-agency sea rescue operation was initiated after a smart device detected a medical issue. The device transmitted an alert to a contact centre, which subsequently notified HM Coastguard on…
Technology Charity Works to Eradicate Rural ‘Digital Poverty’ February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A charitable organization has stated its intention to eliminate “digital poverty” within its local region by enhancing rural communities’ access to various services. The Gloucestershire Rural Community Council (GRCC), through…
Technology Bluesky’s Emergence: An Alternative to X, Its Features, and Ownership February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek The term “Bluesky” has recently become prominent across social media platforms, leading to questions about its nature. This platform serves as an alternative to Elon Musk’s X, bearing a resemblance…