#Telecom Operations Management

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[bhavanameti]

Virtualized Evolved Packet Core Market Projected to Reach $19.87 Billion by 2031

According to the latest publication from Meticulous Research®, the virtualized evolved packet core (vEPC) market is projected to reach $19.87 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 19.3% from 2024 to 2031. This growth is driven by the significant increase in mobile data traffic volumes and the rising demand for high-speed data services. However, data security risks associated with vEPC infrastructure pose challenges to market growth.

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PrideTelco: Telecom Software Solution

PrideTelco, a comprehensive software solution tailored for the telecom industry in Bangladesh, offers a wide range of powerful features to manage and integrate various departments within an organization. In an era where telecom industries face significant challenges in maintaining profitability, meeting customer demands, and staying competitive, PrideTelco provides a reliable and efficient platform for addressing these challenges. With modules covering CRM, HR, Financial Management, and more, PrideTelco enables telecom companies to streamline their operations and meet the demands of a dynamic market. With over 5,000 users and successful implementations in the government telecom sector, PrideTelco has proven its effectiveness in managing professional work activities, financial transactions, and material libraries. It facilitates project-wise purchases, improves relations with dealers and retailers, and operates numerous customer care centers across the country. Features like multi-language support, real-time access to inventory, and barcode-enabled gate pass management enhance operational efficiency. PrideTelco also offers special features for service management, including automatic SIM generation, dynamic commission disbursement, and market-wise demand generation. With its scalable and fully integrated system, PrideTelco emerges as the ideal choice for the telecom industry in Bangladesh, empowering employees to work confidently, reduce errors, and meet project deadlines efficiently.

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[embodiedfutures]

Updated version! ID written by @swosheep (it won't let me tag you oof)

ID 1: All images are of an Instagram post by letstalkpalestine2. The first one is titled "Lets Talk. What is Hamas? Answering the basic questions".

ID 2: the second image is titled "What Are Its Origins?". the body text reads: "Hamas is a Palestinian political party and armed resistance movement based in the besieged Gaza Strip. It emerged in 1987, at the start of the First Intifada, as a reaction to intensifying israeli violence and as a religious alternative to the secular Palestinian parties that dominated the scene at the time. Hamas was originally a branch of Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood but later cut ties with it and became an independent group. In 1992, Hamas formed a military wing called the Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades to resist the israeli occupation. The Brigades carried out several significant operations against Israel during the Second Intifada, which established Hamas as a leading force in the Palestinian resistance."

ID 3: the third image is titled "Who Are Its Leaders?". The body text reads: "Hamas is composed of a political wing and a military wing. They each perform different functions but operate under the same leadership structure." There is a grid with four sections. The first section is titled "Political Bureau", and reads: "- Headed by Ismail Haniyeh from exile - Sets general policy". The second section is titled: "Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades" and reads: "- Commanded by Marwan Issa and Mohammed Deif - Conducts military operations". The third section is titled: "Shura Council" and reads: "- Led by Saleh al-Arouri in the West Bank and Yahya Sinwar in Gaza - Handles affairs in Gaza, the West Bank, diaspora, and israeli prisons". The fourth section is titled: "Gaza Government" and reads: "- Headed by Prime Minister Issam al-Da'alis - Enacts policies and provides social services to people in Gaza".

ID 4: The fourth image is titled: "What Does Hamas Want?" The body text reads: "Its 2017 charter states that its current political program is to: - Implement the right of return for all Palestinian refugees; - Establish a temporary Palestinian state along the 1967 borders (the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and the Gaza Strip) and arrange a long-term truce with israel. Hamas considers the establishment of a Palestinian state on the '67 borders as a temporary step. It refuses to recognize israel's legitimacy and advocates for the 'full and complete liberation of Palestine, from the river to the sea.' Hamas's 2017 charter states that its struggle is against the israeli state and the Zionist movement due to their occupation of Palestine, not Jewish people, and criticizes israel for associating its actions with Jewish values. Hamas's stated goals for its current operation are to - Free the thousands of Palestinian prisoners held by israel, - End the Gaza blockade, - End the status quo where Israel continues its occupation without cost".

ID 5: the fifth image is titled: "Does Hamas Control Gaza?". The body text reads: "Not really. Hamas administers local affairs, while israel controls much of Gaza from the outside through its blockade. israel forcibly controls: - Airspace, - Sea access, - Movement of all goods and people in and out, - Telecoms networks, - Electromagnetic sphere, - Tax distribution, - Population registry, - Water, - Electricity and fuel. Hamas began governing Gaza in 2007, and has since managed: - Healthcare, - Education, - Infrastructure, - Social welfare, - Law enforcement, - Public employment. Hamas is not a sovereign government. israel's blockade prevents Palestinians from independently exercising sovereignty over Gaza's population, development, and economy."

ID 6: The sixth image is titled "Does Hamas Represent Palestine?" The body text reads: "Hamas is one of many Palestinian political parties. On the one hand, Hamas was democratically elected by voters in 2006, garnering a plurality of West Bank and Gaza votes (44%) for its social services and resistance efforts. Today. Fatah and Hamas, the two largest parties, are roughly tied, each enjoying the support of a third of the public. On the other hand, many Palestinians strongly criticize Hamas's political wing due to its corruption and repressive policies, and the last elections were in 2006. 43% of Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza believe that no party represents Palestine. The other polled Palestinians were split between parties, with no clear winner. We have no statistics for Palestinians in the heartland ("israel") or diaspora. However, Hamas is currently the only major group that pursues armed resistance, which is widely supported. So while most Palestinians might not support Hamas as a party, the overwhelming majority support acts of resistance in general, whether by Hamas or others."

ID 7: the seventh image is titled "Is Hamas a Proxy of Iran?". The body text reads: "No. Hamas is an independent group with a political program and military strategy distinct from Iran. Hamas and Iran are strategic allies, meaning that while Iran provides Hamas with significant financial, military, and political support, Hamas does not act or operate on behalf of Iran. It makes decisions based on its own interests, and independently manages relations with countries like Turkey, Qatar, and Egypt. For example: In 2012, Hamas cut ties with Syria because it opposed the Assad regime's violent crackdown on protesters. It took this decision despite angering Iran, a close ally of Assad. Regarding Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, even israeli officials admit there is no evidence that Iran was in any way involved. Iran was actually surprised by it. Hamas independently coordinated and launched the operation to achieve its own goals."

ID 8: The eighth image is titled "Does Hamas Negotiate with Israel?". The body text reads: "Hamas views armed struggle as only one of several tools to end apartheid & occupation, such as diplomacy. In 2006, in an op-ed for The Guardian, Hamas chairman Ismail Haniyeh revealed that israel refused Hamas's proposal for a truce. In 2008, former Hamas chief Khaled Meshal offered a 10-year truce in exchange for a sovereign Palestinian state along the 1967 borders with Jerusalem as its capital." israel rejected the proposal. In 2016, Hamas offered a long-term truce in exchange for simply ending the Gaza Blockade. israel rejected it. In 2018, Haniyeh revived this offer by sending a handwritten letter in Hebrew to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. But israel rejected it again. israel repeatedly rejected Hamas's diplomatic initiatives because israel saw no reason to end the oppressive status quo, which it believed gave it power & privileges over Palestinians with minimal downsides. israel's benefits outweighed the costs. Hamas is trying to change that."

ID 9: the ninth image is titled "Is Hamas Risking Palestinian Lives?". The body text reads: "Westerners often accuse Hamas of risking Palestinian lives by fighting apartheid and thus inviting a deadly israeli crackdown. But the reality is that israel's blockade is slowly killing everyone in Gaza. [quote] 'We have paid a high cost in lives in this conflict. But if that's the price for long-term changes - breaking the siege and obtaining freedom - it's one many of us feel we have no choice but to swallow.' [unquote] -Haytham Besalso, civil engineer from Gaza, 2014. [quote] 'We are bleeding here, anyway [..] The Gaza Blockade crushes any opportunity for peace.' [unquote] -Ismail, anonymous journalist from Gaza, 2021. The argument that Hamas is responsible for israel's killing of Palestinians is malicious. It blames the victims for resisting apartheid and absolves the oppressors of responsibility, treating the mass killing of children as a 'normal' israeli response."

ID 10: the tenth image says: "You don't need to support Hamas as a political party to support Palestine. Most Palestinians don't support it as a party. But Hamas is an effective political player in the struggle against apartheid, oppression, and colonization. It has achieved remarkable success in preventing israeli violence in Jerusalem and freeing Palestinian hostages abducted by israel. Hamas has institutions, ministries, student movements, and women's movements, and employs thousands of doctors, teachers, judges, and aid workers. It is part of the fabric of Palestinian society. So while you don't need to support Hamas to support Palestine, you cannot oppose oppression without supporting the resistance to it. You cannot support freedom while supporting israeli efforts to wipe out those who fight for that freedom, including Hamas, to leave Palestinians defenc Pales". End ID.

the original caption states that @/LetsTalkPalestine2 does not endorse any specific party, including Hamas, and that the last word on the last slide should be *defenseless.

[lulu2992]

Uncovering the unreleased Far Cry 5 in-game Encyclopedia

In the game’s files, it’s possible to find content that, for whatever reason, ended up being cut. In oasisstrings, a file that contains all the in-game text, traces of an unused but nearly complete “encyclopedia” still exist.

Although the names of locations and characters are scattered in the document and not always near the corresponding descriptions, I tried my best to reconstruct the lost encyclopedia. This is what I found.

Please note that it’s still cut content, so some information might not be relevant anymore.

You can read the oasisstrings file here. Pictures from this encyclopedia were also extracted and posted by @xbaebsae here.

Part 1: Locations - Joseph's Island & Dutch's Island

Joseph's Island

Joseph's Compound

This is the epicenter of the Eden's Gate cult. You tried arresting Joseph Seed here.

Rotten Mill

(no description found)

Holmes Residence

The yellow trailer house owned by Daniel Holmes, proud member of Eden's Gate.

Dutch's Island

Ranger Station

A part of the national forest service in the Silver Lake region, this station’s main goal is to provide scientific understanding and knowledge of issues such as pests and diseases, climate change, and forest management.

Dutch's Bunker

Home and base of operations of Richard “Dutch” Roosevelt. When your pick-up crashed, he saved you and brought you here.

Forest Research Station

A cabin by the river, taken over by Eden's Gate. The cult uses the dock to run their operations.

Johnson Lookout Tower

An old firewatch tower built in 1945, offering forestry assistance across the island.

Silver Lake Boathouse

An extension of the Ranger Station. Once a busy dock, it’s nothing more than a shelter above water now.

Central Radio Tower

Purpletop Telecom built a tower on an island in the Silver Lake region in the 50s. It operated at the center of Hope County and introduced people to AM radio.

[mariacallous]

For more than three weeks, Gaza has faced an almost total internet blackout. The cables, cell towers, and infrastructure needed to keep people online have been damaged or destroyed as Israel launched thousands of missiles in response to Hamas attacking Israel and taking hundreds of hostages on October 7. Then, this evening, amid reports of heavy bombing in Gaza, some of the last remaining connectivity disappeared.

In the days after October 7, people living in Gaza have been unable to communicate with family or friends, leaving them unsure whether loved ones are alive. Finding reliable news about events has become harder. Rescue workers have not been able to connect to mobile networks, hampering recovery efforts. And information flowing out of Gaza, showing the conditions on the ground, has been stymied.

As the Israel Defense Forces said it was expanding its ground operations in Gaza this evening, internet connectivity fell further. Paltel, the main Palestinian communications company, has been able to keep some of its services online during Israel’s military response to Hamas’ attack. However, at around 7:30 pm local time today, internet monitoring firm NetBlocks confirmed a “collapse” in connectivity in the Gaza Strip, mostly impacting remaining Paltel services.

“We regret to announce a complete interruption of all communications and internet services within the Gaza Strip,” Paltel posted in a post on its Facebook page. The company claimed that bombing had “caused the destruction of all remaining international routes.” An identical post was made on the Facebook page of Jawwal, the region’s biggest mobile provider, which is owned by Paltel. Separately, Palestinian Red Crescent, a humanitarian organization, said on X (formerly Twitter) that it had lost contact with its operation room in Gaza and is “deeply concerned” about its ability to keep caring for people, with landline, cell, and internet connections being inaccessible.

“This is a terrifying development,” Marwa Fatafta, a policy manager focusing on the Middle East and North Africa at the digital rights group Access Now, tells WIRED. “Taking Gaza completely off the grid while launching an unprecedented bombardment campaign only means something atrocious is about to happen.”

A WIRED review of internet analysis data, social media posts, and Palestinian internet and telecom company statements shows how connectivity in the Gaza Strip drastically plummeted after October 7 and how some buildings linked to internet firms have been damaged in attacks. Photos and videos show sites that house various internet and telecom firms have been damaged, while reports from official organizations, including the United Nations, describe the impact of people being offline.

Damaged Lines

Around the world, the internet and telecoms networks that typically give web users access to international video calls, online banking, and endless social media are a complicated, sprawling mix of hardware and software. Networks of networks, combining data centers, servers, switches, and reams of cables, communicate with each other and send data globally. Local internet access is provided by a mix of companies with no clear public documentation of their infrastructure, making it difficult to monitor the overall status of the system as a whole. In Gaza, experts say, internet connectivity is heavily reliant on Israeli infrastructure to connect to the outside world.

Amid Israel’s intense bombing of Gaza, physical systems powering the internet have been destroyed. On October 10, the United Nations’ Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), which oversees emergency responses, said air strikes “targeted several telecommunication installations” and had destroyed two of the three main lines of communications going into Gaza.

Prior to tonight’s blackout, internet connectivity remained but was “extremely slow and limited,” Access Now’s Fatafta says. People she has spoken to from Gaza say it could take a day to upload and send a few photos. “They have to send like 20 messages in order for one to go through,” Fatafta says. “They are desperately—especially for Gazans that live outside—trying to get through to their families.”

“Every time I try to call someone from family or friends, I try to call between seven to 10 times,” says Ramadan Al-Agha, a digital marketer who lives in Khan Yunis, a city in the south of the Gaza Strip. “The call may be cut off two or three times,” he told WIRED in a WhatsApp message before the latest outages. “We cannot access news quickly and clearly.” People in the region have simultaneously faced electricity blackouts, dwindling supplies of fuel used to power generators, and a lack of clean water, food, and medical supplies. “It is a humanitarian disaster,” Al-Agha says.

Connectivity in Gaza started to drop not long after Israel responded to the October 7 Hamas attack. Rene Wilhelm, a senior R&D engineer at the nonprofit internet infrastructure organization Ripe Network Coordination Center, says based on an analysis of internet routing data it collects that 11 Palestinian networks, which may operate both in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, began to experience disruption after October 7. Eight of the networks were no longer visible to the global internet as of October 23, Wilhelm says. Ahead of this evening’s blackout, there was around 15 percent of normal connectivity, according to data from Georgia Tech’s Internet Outage Detection and Analysis project. That dropped to around 7 percent as reports of the blackout circulated.

One office belonging to Paltel in the Al Rimal neighborhood of Gaza City has been destroyed in the attacks, photos and videos show. Floors have been destroyed and windows blown away in the multistory building, and piles of rubble surround the entrances. (It is unclear what equipment the building housed or how many floors Paltel occupied.) Another internet provider, AlfaNet, is listed as being based in the Al-Watan Tower. The company posted to its Facebook page on October 8 that the tower had been destroyed and its services have stopped, with other online posts also saying the tower has been destroyed.

Multiple Palestinian internet and telecoms firms have said their services have been disrupted during the war, mostly posting to social media. Internet provider Fusion initially said its engineers were trying to repair its infrastructure, although it has since said this is not continuing. “The network was destroyed, and the cables and poles were badly damaged by the bombing,” it wrote on Facebook. JetNet said there had been a “sudden disruption” to access points. SpeedClick posted that the situation was out of its control. And HiNet posted that it has “no more to offer to ensure” people could stay online following “the attacks and destruction our internet servers have suffered.”

Across Paltel’s network on October 19, according to an update shared by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, 83 percent of fixed line users had been disconnected, with 53 percent of sites providing fixed line connections also being offline. Half of the company’s fiber optic internet lines in Gaza weren’t operational, the update says. The connectivity disappeared this evening, according to Paltel’s Facebook post, which says there has been a “complete interruption” of all its services. Paltel, AlfaNet, Fusion, and SpeedClick could not be reached or did not respond to requests for comment.

Lost Connections

In recent years, governments and authoritarian regimes have frequently turned to shutting down the internet for millions of people in attempts to suppress protests and curtail free speech. Targeting the communications networks is common during conflicts. During Russia's war in Ukraine, its forces have decimated communications networks, tried to take over the internet, and set up new mobile companies to control information flows. When Hamas first attacked Israel on October 7, it used drones to bomb communications equipment at surveillance posts along the borders of the Gaza Strip.

Monika Gehner, the head of corporate communications at the International Telecommunication Union, says the body is always “alarmed” by damage inflicted on any telecommunications infrastructure during conflicts. The ITU, the United Nations’ primary internet governance body, believes “efficient telecommunication services” are crucial to peace and international cooperation, and its secretary-general has called for respecting infrastructure in the Middle East, Gehner says.

Officials in Israel have consistently claimed they are targeting Hamas militants within Gaza, not civilians, while responding to the Hamas attacks, which killed more than 1,400 people in Israel. The Hamas-run Health Ministry within Gaza has said more than 7,000 people have been killed there and released a list of names. A spokesperson for the Israel Defense Forces did not respond to WIRED’s questions about internet disruptions within Gaza.

Hanna Kreitem, a senior adviser for internet technology and development in the Middle East and North Africa at the Internet Society, an open internet advocacy nonprofit, says Palestinian firms have a “big reliance” on Israeli internet firms. “Palestinians are not controlling any of the ICT infrastructure,” says Mona Shtaya, a non-resident fellow at the Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy. Mobile networks in the Gaza Strip rely on 2G technologies. Al-Agha, the digital marketer, shared a screenshot showing mobile internet speeds of 7.18 kilobytes per second; average mobile speeds in the US in 2022 were 24 megabits per second, according to mobile analytics firm Statista.

“The internet is vital in times of war in crises,” says Fatafta, the Access Now policy manager, who adds that there can be “terrible consequences” linked to connectivity blackouts. The UN’s OCHA said rescue workers have had a harder time “carrying out their mission” partly due to the “limited or no connection to mobile networks.” Al-Agha says he has lost some clients due to the disruptions. The lack of connectivity can obscure events that are happening on the ground, Fatafta says. News crews have told WIRED they have footage from the ground but are “losing the story because of the internet.”

Kreitem says that a lack of electricity and access to the equipment will have made an impact on top of any physical damage to communications networks. “We don't know how many of the people that actually operate these networks are still alive,” Kreitem says. “The network operators are part of the world there, there's no place for them to run. They are as affected as any other person.”

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Dec. 28 (UPI) -- Chinese hackers called Salt Typhoon have infiltrated a ninth telecommunications firm, gaining access to information about millions of people, U.S. cybersecurity officials say.

The FBI is investigating the Salt Typhoon attacks, which are spurring new defensive measures, deputy U.S. national security adviser Anne Neuberger told reporters on Friday.

"As we look at China's compromise of now nine telecom companies, the first step is creating a defensible infrastructure," she said.

The hackers primarily are targeting individuals and organizations involved in political or governmental activities and a significant number of hacking victims are located in the Washington D.C.-Virginia area.

The hackers can geolocate millions of people in the United States, listen to their phone conversations and record them whenever they like, Politico reported.

Among recent victims are President-elect Donald Trump, Vice President-elect JD Vance and several Biden administration officials.

Neuberger did not name the nine telecommunications firms that have been hacked, but said telecommunications firms and others must do more to improve cybersecurity and protect individual customers.

"We wouldn't leave our homes, our offices unlocked," she said. "Yet, the private companies owning and operating our critical infrastructure often do not have the basic cybersecurity practices in place that would make our infrastructure riskier, costlier and harder for countries and criminals to attack."

She said companies need better management of configuration, better vulnerability management of networks and better work across the telecom sector to share information when incidents occur.

"However, we know that voluntary cybersecurity practices are inadequate to protect against China, Russia and Iran hacking our critical infrastructure," Neuberger said.

Australian and British officials already have enacted telecom regulations "because they recognize that the nation's secrets, the nation's economy relies on their telecommunications sector."

Neuberger said her British counterparts told her they would have detected and contained Salt Typhoon attacks faster and minimized their spread and impact.

"One of the most concerning and really troubling things we deal with is hacking of hospitals [and] hacking of healthcare data," Neuberger said. "We see Americans' sensitive healthcare data, sensitive mental health procedures [and] sensitive procedures being leaked on the dark web with the opportunity to blackmail individuals with that."

She said federal regulators are updating existing rules and implementing new ones to counteract the cyberattacks and threats from Salt Typhoon and others.

The Department of Justice on Friday issued a rule prohibiting or restricting certain types of data transactions with certain nations or individuals who might have an interest in that data.

The protected information includes those involving government-related data and bulk sensitive personal data of individuals that could pose an unacceptable risk to the nation's national security.

The Department of Health and Human Services likewise issued a proposed rule to improve cybersecurity and protect the nation's healthcare system against an increasing number of cyberattacks.

The proposed HHS rule would require health insurers, most healthcare providers and their business partners to improve cybersecurity protections for individuals' information that is protected by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996.

"The increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks in the healthcare sector pose a direct and significant threat to patient safety," HHS Deputy Secretary Andrea Palm said Friday.

"These attacks endanger patients by exposing vulnerabilities in our healthcare system, degrading patient trust, disrupting patient care, diverting patients and delaying medical procedures."

The proposed rule "is a vital step to ensuring that healthcare providers, patients and communities are not only better prepared to face a cyberattack but are also more secure and resilient," Palm added.

Neuberger estimated the cost to implement improved cybersecurity to thwart attacks by Salt Typhoon and others at $9 billion during the first year and $6 billion for years 2 through 5.

"The cost of not acting is not only high, it also endangers critical infrastructure and patient safety," she said, "and it carries other harmful consequences."

The average cost of a breach in healthcare was $10.1 million in 2023, but the cost is nearing $800 million from a breach of Change Healthcare last year.

Those costs include the costs of recovery and operations and, "frankly, in the cost to Americans' healthcare data and the operations of hospitals affected by it," Neuberger said.

The Federal Communications Commission also has scheduled a Jan. 15 vote on additional proposed rules to combat Salt Typhoon and other hackers.

[saintmeghanmarkle]

Phone hacking and a dose of uncomfortable reality by u/Economy-Alfalfa-2241

Phone hacking and a dose of uncomfortable reality Many of us know this - don't bother reading if you know 🤗 - but it seems to me Clotface is desperately trying to reframe this whole hacking thing and it's just being repeated. But it was his fault. Why?His actual phone wasn't hacked, just his messages. Were they? Well, we're going back to the days Voicemail - young Redditors, clutch your smartphones in abject horror - was centrally organised with specific mailboxes allocated. Knowledge you could dial into anyone's messages if they hadn't reset the admin password was widespread and from that, you could frequently access the private mailbox of a client if they too hadn't password-protected or chosen a very easy one. Its barely hacking, it's just how the VM systems worked (I worked for one of the first VM companies here a few years before and the number of clients that didn't do this, despite warnings. I even managed to get into the Admin of a major telecoms company completely by accident by dialling through known options too fast. Oops. Sorreeeeed, didn't mean to. Tho I kinda wish I'd done something naughty with it 😈) and it was up to clients to protect themselves. Many....didn't. So how is it his fault? Because what happens is, when a security breach is found as it was by William, first thing you do is find the weak point and plug it. Admin passcodes were always the weak point and going back to original reports this seems to be the case. And at that point, Clotface can't argue he "didn't know" - didn't LISTEN maybe, but at the point it was known there was even a breach, everyone would have been told to change their personal codes. Numbnut wants you to imagine spy operations and shady cabals, but it was simply picking up the phone and dialling. That's IT. Fwiw, the admin password was usually 0000 or similar and there were only a few providers so it would be a piece of cake for reporters to know the basics and the admin codes are as basic as it gets. Chances are, anyone in the news, you'd probably give it a go if you were in that game - they likely had the work experience kid bashing in extremely basic codes every day then passing on any hits. And even the NotW gave up after hearing Captain Cockcreme telling himself jokes he'd then forget so he could re-access and laugh all over again - obviously eight (?) instances of him making farty noises and giggling was more than enough. Face it, Dimbo - you should have changed your password: you didn't. This whole ​PHONES HACKED WE'RE ALL GONNA DIIIIIIIIIE AAAAAAARGHHHH is just such an over-egging of an extremely dull pudding. By an extremely dull pudding.To me, these things - real phone tapping, intruding on personal calls, is serious. Dialling in an easily -guessed code on an insufficiently protected VM to hear messages isn't the same. Not saying its ok, but one of these things is not like the other...I shuts up now. Is it just me, or is this small "eh, everyone does it" vs real intrusion? post link: https://ift.tt/a7ZPn2M author: Economy-Alfalfa-2241 submitted: July 26, 2024 at 03:23PM via SaintMeghanMarkle on Reddit disclaimer: all views + opinions expressed by the author of this post, as well as any comments and reblogs, are solely the author's own; they do not necessarily reflect the views of the administrator of this Tumblr blog. For entertainment only.

[technicalwriteroflucknow]

Top 10 IT Software and Consulting Companies in Lucknow

Top 10 IT Software and Consulting Companies in Lucknow

Lucknow, the City of Nawabs, is steadily emerging as a significant hub for IT software and consulting services. With a growing talent pool and increasing digital adoption across industries, several companies are making their mark in this vibrant ecosystem. If you're looking for top-notch IT solutions in Lucknow, here's a list of 10 prominent players:

1. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

A global IT giant with a significant presence in Lucknow, TCS offers a comprehensive suite of IT services and consulting. Their expertise ranges from application development and maintenance to enterprise solutions, cloud services, and digital transformation initiatives. TCS is known for its strong delivery capabilities, global reach, and deep industry knowledge.

2. HCLTech

Another major player in the IT services domain, HCLTech has a well-established center in Lucknow. They provide a wide array of services, including software development, infrastructure management, digital process operations, and engineering and R&D services. HCLTech is recognized for its focus on innovation and its ability to deliver end-to-end IT solutions.

3. Wipro

Wipro, a leading global information technology, consulting, and business process services company, also has operations in Lucknow. They offer a broad spectrum of services, including IT consulting, application development, infrastructure services, and business process outsourcing. Wipro is known for its strong client relationships and its commitment to delivering value through technology.

4. Capgemini

Capgemini is a multinational IT services and consulting company with a presence in Lucknow. They provide services across consulting, technology, and outsourcing domains. Capgemini's expertise includes application development, infrastructure management, cybersecurity, and digital transformation services.

5. Augurs Innovation Pvt Ltd

Augurs Innovation Pvt Ltd is a prominent IT software and consulting company based in Lucknow. Known for its cutting-edge software development and robust consulting services, they offer expertise in custom software development, web and mobile application development, cloud solutions, data analytics, and IT consulting. Their client-centric approach and commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions have earned them a strong reputation in the local market.

6. Tech Mahindra

Tech Mahindra, a part of the Mahindra Group, is a leading provider of digital transformation, consulting, and business re-engineering services 1 and solutions. Their Lucknow center contributes to their global delivery network, offering services in areas like software development, network services, and customer experience management.  

7. NIIT Technologies (Coforge)

Coforge, formerly known as NIIT Technologies, is a global digital services and solutions company with a presence in Lucknow. They specialize in providing services to industries such as banking and financial services, insurance, travel and transportation, and healthcare. Their offerings include application development, cloud services, and digital process automation.

8. Infosys BPM

While primarily focused on business process management, Infosys BPM in Lucknow also provides IT-enabled services and solutions. They leverage technology to optimize business processes and deliver enhanced customer experiences. Their services include finance and accounting, customer service, and supply chain management.

9. Concentrix

Concentrix is a global customer experience (CX) solutions company with a significant operation in Lucknow. While their core focus is on customer engagement, they also provide technology solutions and support to enhance CX delivery.

10. Ericsson Global Services Pvt Ltd

Ericsson's presence in Lucknow is primarily focused on providing telecom-related IT services and solutions. They contribute to the company's global services delivery capabilities, offering expertise in areas like network management, software development for telecom infrastructure, and support services.

This list showcases a selection of the leading IT software and consulting companies operating in Lucknow. The city's dynamic growth in the technology sector continues to foster innovation and attract businesses seeking reliable IT partners. When making a decision, consider your specific requirements and evaluate these companies based on their expertise, experience, and client feedback.

[mitvpusolapur]

Top B.Tech Courses in Maharashtra – CSE, AI, IT, and ECE Compared

B.Tech courses continue to attract students across India, and Maharashtra remains one of the most preferred states for higher technical education. From metro cities to emerging academic hubs like Solapur, students get access to diverse courses and skilled faculty. Among all available options, four major branches stand out: Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Information Technology (IT), and Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE).

Each of these streams offers a different learning path. B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering focuses on coding, algorithms, and system design. Students learn Python, Java, data structures, software engineering, and database systems. These skills are relevant for software companies, startups, and IT consulting.

B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence covers deep learning, neural networks, data processing, and computer vision. Students work on real-world problems using AI models. They also learn about ethical AI practices and automation systems. Companies hiring AI talent are in healthcare, retail, fintech, and manufacturing.

B.Tech in IT trains students in systems administration, networking, cloud computing, and application services. Graduates often work in system support, IT infrastructure, and data management. IT blends technical and management skills for enterprise use.

B.Tech ECE is for students who enjoy working with circuits, embedded systems, mobile communication, robotics, and signal processing. This stream is useful for telecom companies, consumer electronics, and control systems in industries.

Key Differences Between These B.Tech Programs:

CSE is programming-intensive. IT includes applications and system-level operations.

AI goes deeper into data modeling and pattern recognition.

ECE focuses more on hardware, communication, and embedded tech.

AI and CSE overlap, but AI involves more research-based learning.

How to Choose the Right B.Tech Specialization:

Ask yourself what excites you: coding, logic, data, devices, or systems.

Look for colleges with labs, project-based learning, and internship support.

Talk to seniors or alumni to understand real-life learning and placements.

Explore industry demand and long-term growth in each field.

MIT Vishwaprayag University, Solapur, offers all four B.Tech programs with updated syllabi, modern infrastructure, and practical training. Students work on live projects, participate in competitions, and build career skills through soft skills training. The university also encourages innovation and startup thinking.

Choosing the right course depends on interest and learning style. CSE and AI suit tech lovers who like coding and research. ECE is great for those who enjoy building real-world devices. IT fits students who want to blend business with technology.

Take time to explore the subjects and talk to faculty before selecting a stream. Your B.Tech journey shapes your future, so make an informed choice.

[theculturedmarxist]

Every single "oh please OH PLEASE get out and vote they're so important 🥺" post I see just drips with idealist nonsense. They have no idea how politics work. They have no idea how their government works. They have no idea how political parties work.

Absent an overarching political program, none of this bullshit matters. You can vote and vote and vote, and it doesn't fucking matter one single fucking bit because as long as you're voting for a bourgeois party, you're never, not ever, going to get what you want.

The Republican and Democratic parties are political machines designed to generate outcomes favorable to their donors. Unless you're a millionaire, they don't give a shit about you or what you want, because what you want is diametrically opposed to what millionaires and billionaires want, which is to keep all the misery and oppression of society in place, so that they can keep on being rich and powerful.

Let me give you an example. The USA has some of the worst internet in the world. It's already dogshit if you live in a city, and outside city limits it drops off a cliff and gets worse the further out you go. This was supposed to be fixed when the federal government provided the telecoms with huge subsidies to go out and build rural internet. Instead they took the money and just didn't do that, because it's a lot more profitable to just take the fucking money and then pay whatever piddling penalty they might get slapped with.

Mount Airy, NC, decided to do something about it. They built their own municipal broadband. It was the cheapest and fastest internet in the state, and probably still is. Time Warner Cable got wind of it and did what they usually do: lobby the government to keep competition down. They got what they wanted. The shiteating state assembly passed a law basically making municipal broadband impossible, and the shiteating blue governor Bev Perdue did nothing to stop it, because she's a bourgeois whore just like everyone else in the party.

More recently, Charlotte tried to pass a "bathroom bill" giving trans people the right to use the fucking bathroom, and hardly a day later Raleigh overrode it with their own dick hogging law (which also prevented localities from setting wage requirements for contract workers).

The two parties aren't local, or regional, or federal, they're systemic. Voting for them at the local level, even if they're "progressive," just reinforces the entire rotten apparatus. Because when push comes to shove, those local "progressives" you voted for will do as they're fucking told, or else they'll get primaried by "their own" party. Even if you do manage to swing, say, a state with progressive candidates, they'll just get ratfucked by the party apparatchiks, like they did in Nevada where "progressives and socialists" won, only for party operatives to rob them, then quit.

The entire system is fucking rotten and it can't be reformed from the inside, by design. You can't use it to vote for a better world, because making sure that wasn't an option was the entire point from the fucking beginning.

You're going to either resign yourself to the fact that you need to get your fucking hands dirty, or vote yourself into your grave.

[thebrandscalingexpert]

Best 10 Blockchain Development Companies in India 2025

Blockchain technology is transforming industries by enhancing security, transparency, and efficiency. With India's growing IT ecosystem, several companies specialize in blockchain development services, catering to industries like finance, healthcare, supply chain, and gaming. If you're looking for a trusted blockchain development company in India, here are the top 10 companies in 2025 that are leading the way with cutting-edge blockchain solutions.

1. Comfygen

Comfygen is a leading blockchain development company in India, offering comprehensive blockchain solutions for businesses worldwide. Their expertise includes smart contract development, dApps, DeFi platforms, NFT marketplaces, and enterprise blockchain solutions. With a strong focus on security and scalability, Comfygen delivers top-tier blockchain applications tailored to business needs.

Key Services:

Smart contract development

Blockchain consulting & integration

NFT marketplace development

DeFi solutions & decentralized exchanges (DEX)

2. Infosys

Infosys, a globally recognized IT giant, offers advanced blockchain solutions to enterprises looking to integrate distributed ledger technology (DLT) into their operations. Their blockchain services focus on supply chain, finance, and identity management.

Key Services:

Enterprise blockchain solutions

Smart contracts & decentralized apps

Blockchain security & auditing

3. Wipro

Wipro is known for its extensive research and development in blockchain technology. They help businesses integrate blockchain into their financial systems, healthcare, and logistics for better transparency and efficiency.

Key Services:

Blockchain consulting & strategy

Supply chain blockchain solutions

Smart contract development

4. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

TCS is a pioneer in the Indian IT industry and provides robust blockchain solutions, helping enterprises optimize business processes with secure and scalable decentralized applications.

Key Services:

Enterprise blockchain development

Tokenization & digital asset solutions

Decentralized finance (DeFi) applications

5. Hyperlink InfoSystem

Hyperlink InfoSystem is a well-established blockchain development company in India, specializing in building customized blockchain solutions for industries like finance, gaming, and supply chain.

Key Services:

Blockchain-based mobile app development

Smart contract auditing & security

NFT marketplace & DeFi solutions

6. Tech Mahindra

Tech Mahindra provides blockchain-as-a-service (BaaS) solutions, ensuring that businesses leverage blockchain for improved transparency and automation. They focus on finance, telecom, and supply chain industries.

Key Services:

Blockchain implementation & consulting

dApp development & smart contracts

Digital identity management solutions

7. Antier Solutions

Antier Solutions is a specialized blockchain development firm offering DeFi solutions, cryptocurrency exchange development, and metaverse applications. They provide custom blockchain solutions for startups and enterprises.

Key Services:

DeFi platform development

NFT & metaverse development

White-label crypto exchange development

8. HCL Technologies

HCL Technologies offers enterprise blockchain development services, focusing on improving security, efficiency, and automation across multiple sectors.

Key Services:

Blockchain-based digital payments

Hyperledger & Ethereum development

Secure blockchain network architecture

9. SoluLab

SoluLab is a trusted blockchain development company working on Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, and Solana-based solutions for businesses across industries.

Key Services:

Smart contract & token development

Decentralized application (dApp) development

AI & blockchain integration

10. Mphasis

Mphasis provides custom blockchain solutions to enterprises, ensuring secure transactions and seamless business operations.

Key Services:

Blockchain for banking & financial services

Smart contract development & deployment

Blockchain security & risk management

Conclusion

India is emerging as a global hub for blockchain technology, with companies specializing in secure, scalable, and efficient blockchain development services. Whether you're a startup or an enterprise looking for custom blockchain solutions, these top 10 blockchain development companies in India provide world-class expertise and innovation.

Looking for the best blockchain development partner? Comfygen offers cutting-edge blockchain solutions to help your business thrive in the decentralized era. Contact us today to start your blockchain journey!

[bhavanameti]

[globalsolutionit]

Top Global Solution IT Service Providers in New Delhi

New Delhi, the bustling capital of India, has emerged as a major hub for the IT industry. With a growing demand for digital transformation, businesses are increasingly relying on IT service providers to streamline their operations, enhance security, and develop innovative solutions. Here’s a look at some of the Top global IT service providers in New Delhi that are leading the way in technology solutions and support.

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

TCS is one of the largest IT service providers in India and has a strong presence in New Delhi. The company specializes in IT consulting, cloud solutions, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. With decades of experience and a global presence, TCS provides cutting-edge solutions for enterprises across industries.

HCL Technologies

Headquartered in Noida, close to New Delhi, HCL Technologies is a global IT services company known for its expertise in software development, IT infrastructure management, and digital transformation solutions. The company has a strong clientele across banking, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.

Wipro Limited

Wipro is another IT giant with a significant footprint in New Delhi. It offers services in cloud computing, data analytics, business process outsourcing (BPO), and cybersecurity. Wipro's commitment to innovation and sustainability has made it a preferred IT partner for enterprises worldwide.

Infosys

Infosys is a leader in IT services and consulting, providing businesses with digital transformation solutions, AI-driven insights, and enterprise cloud services. The company has a strong presence in the capital and supports industries such as finance, retail, and healthcare.

Tech Mahindra

Tech Mahindra, part of the Mahindra Group, is a well-established IT service provider in New Delhi. The company focuses on telecom, IT consulting, and digital transformation services. It also offers specialized solutions in AI, blockchain, and IoT for businesses looking to innovate.

NIIT Technologies (Coforge)

Now known as Coforge, NIIT Technologies is a renowned IT service provider in New Delhi, specializing in digital services, cloud computing, and application development. The company serves industries like travel, banking, and insurance with customized IT solutions.

Cognizant

Cognizant has a strong presence in New Delhi, providing IT solutions in digital engineering, AI, and data analytics. The company caters to industries such as healthcare, retail, and finance, helping businesses achieve digital growth.

IBM India

IBM India is a trusted name in IT services, offering cloud solutions, AI, cybersecurity, and blockchain technology. With an established base in New Delhi, IBM supports enterprises in enhancing their IT infrastructure and business processes.

Dell Technologies

Dell provides IT consulting, hardware solutions, cloud computing, and enterprise-grade cybersecurity services. Businesses in New Delhi rely on Dell for data storage, virtualization, and IT infrastructure solutions.

OrangeMantra

A fast-growing IT solutions provider based in Gurugram, near New Delhi, OrangeMantra offers web development, mobile app development, AI-based solutions, and e-commerce platforms. The company caters to startups and established enterprises looking for customized IT services.

[zerosecurity]

Chinese Hackers Hit T-Mobile in Massive Telecom Spy Operation

In the latest blow to U.S. telecommunications security, Chinese hackers have successfully breached T-Mobile's network as part of an aggressive espionage campaign. The Wall Street Journal broke the story Friday, revealing that hackers with ties to Chinese intelligence agencies had been quietly monitoring cellphone communications of high-value targets for months.

T-Mobile Downplays Impact

"We're keeping a close eye on this industry-wide attack," a T-Mobile spokesperson told Reuters, attempting to calm worried customers. "Our systems haven't taken any significant hits, and we haven't found any evidence that customer data was affected." Despite these reassurances, questions remain about what information the hackers might have accessed, particularly regarding customer calls and communication records. The breach didn't happen in isolation. Just two days earlier, the FBI and CISA dropped a bombshell: Chinese hackers had managed to intercept sensitive surveillance data meant for U.S. law enforcement. The attackers had wormed their way into multiple telecom companies' systems, though officials haven't named all the victims.

A Pattern of Attack

This isn't the first time Chinese hackers have targeted American telecom giants. Earlier this month, the Journal reported that Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen Technologies all fell victim to similar attacks. Even more concerning, the hackers gained access to systems the federal government uses for court-approved wiretapping – a serious breach that has raised red flags throughout the intelligence community. Beijing, predictably, has brushed off accusations from Washington. Chinese officials continue to deny any involvement in these hacking operations, despite mounting evidence pointing to state-sponsored cyber espionage.

What This Means for Americans

The revelation of T-Mobile's breach adds another troubling chapter to an already concerning story of vulnerability in America's telecommunications infrastructure. As federal investigators dig deeper into these attacks, one thing becomes clear: the line between corporate espionage and national security has never been thinner. For now, T-Mobile customers can only wait and watch as more details emerge about the extent of the breach. But the bigger question looms: how many more telecom companies might be unknowingly compromised in this ongoing cyber warfare? Read the full article