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Hospital staff have resorted to using pen and paper following cyber breach

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2 years ago

November 29, 2022

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Vanuatu’s public service remains offline nearly a month after a ransomware attack on the nation’s government.

The ABC reports hospital staff have resorted to using pen and paper, as key infrastructure remains offline.

Senior ministers describing the incident as a “serious breach” of national security.

Cybersecurity staff were told about the attack when government websites became unavailable.

Port Vila’s hospital has also been badly affected, with staff using pen and paper for some medical records.

It’s understood some government employees are using their personal email addresses and hotspots to complete their work.

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Apple’s iPhone 16 event puts AI back into the spotlight

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10 hours ago

September 10, 2024

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Apple has unveiled its long-awaited artificial intelligence-boosted iPhone 16 and promised improvements in its Siri personal assistant.

Apple CEO Tim Cook emphasised the company’s commitment to innovation, aiming to redefine the future of consumer technology with seamless AI integration. #featured #trending #hotshots #hot shots

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Elon Musk is projected to become the world’s first trillionaire

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1 day ago

September 9, 2024

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Elon Musk, the visionary entrepreneur behind Tesla and SpaceX, is projected to achieve an unprecedented financial milestone by becoming the world’s first trillionaire by 2027.

Currently the richest person alive, Musk holds a staggering net worth of $251 billion, with Tesla playing a major role in his fortune.

At this rate, experts predict his wealth could skyrocket, reaching the trillion-dollar milestone in just three years.

Tesla itself is growing at a remarkable pace, with a market value nearing $670 billion. #featured #trending

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Brazil bans X in a sign of politics and tech colliding

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1 week ago

September 2, 2024

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Brazil top court justices to vote on a total ban of Elon Musk’s X social media platform in the region.

X was taken down in Brazil, one of its largest markets, following a decision by Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who has been locked in a months-long feud with Elon Musk. #featured #trending