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22 July 2022

Quebec government supports the In-Sec-M program to improve cybersecurity 

The cybersecurity cluster will receive financial support of more than 3,5 millions canadian dollars to continue its actions against cyber criminality.  With this financial support, the Quebec government wants to help In-Sec-M build a project that aims to have a better cybersecurity system and datas protection…

10 June 2022

Summer disconnection : unplug it all to better reconnect

Summer is coming and maybe your vacations too… Time off doesn’t mean work, not at all… In fact, vacations are the perfect occasion to rest and therefore, it is quite essential to disconnect completely from work.  How to do it ?  Put away your computer, your…

10 June 2022

In-Sec-M : why becoming a member?

You would like to create a competitive and internationally well-known cybersecurity industry in Canada ? You only have one thing to do : become an In-Sec-M member.  Increasing cohesion and competitiveness of the cybersecurity industry in Canada, at the country’s scale as well as worldwide :…

8 June 2022

Cybersecurity : no one can go without it

All companies, in every field, can be targeted by a cyber attack at some point. Everyone is at risk and needs to be careful.  Statistics show that cyberattacks are bountiful, tend to be more frequent and target every fields of the industry as well as small…

20 April 2022

Lambda Cybersecurity combines artificial intelligence and traditional technologies

Research and development, artificial intelligence at the service of cybersecurity: the company innovates and relies on innovative approaches to help very small and medium-sized companies ensure the security of their networks. Martin Samson, head of information systems security and vice-president of the company, talks about the company’s strategy. In-Sec-M:…

12 April 2022

MS Solutions: Prevention rather than Cure

For more than 30 years, MS Solutions has been helping organizations undergo a digital transformation. The company helps them become more productive and secure by providing them with its information technology resources. To ensure quality service, MS Solutions has only one philosophy: anticipate the risks to better face them. Bernard…

5 April 2022

Digital identity: soon a reality for Quebecers

Quebecers will have a digital identity as of next summer. It will be issued by the Société québécoise d'identité numérique (SQIN), an entity recently created by the new Ministère de la Cybersécurité et du Numérique. 

2 March 2022

Cira, New Solutions to a More Secure, Trusted and Accessible Internet for All Canadians

The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) has managed the top-level domain .CA for Canadians for over 20 (twenty) years. CIRA also strives to build a trusted Internet through the development of cybersecurity technologies and services. Jacques Latour, CIRA’s Director of Technology and Security, discusses the organization’s key services and…

24 February 2022

Carmel Info-Risk Offers Leadership and Expertise

Craig Hachey, P. Eng, CISM, PMP Carmel Info-Risk Offers Leadership, Expertise and Training to Help Safeguard the Cybersecurity of Small and Medium-Sized Organizations The Vancouver-based company provides clients with the services of a remote information security officer (i.e.,a vCISO) to help protect their networks. Edward Pereira, Carmel Info-Risk’s vCISO Practice…

24 February 2022

Neolore Netwoks, chevalier de la cybersécurité

Avec son épée et son bouclier, Neolore Netwoks part à l’assaut des ennemis de la cybersécurité pour défendre le royaume des entreprises. « Vous ne gagnez pas la guerre contre le crime, vous la combattez chaque jour. C’est la même chose avec la cybersécurité. » Neolore Networks Inc, entreprise spécialisée dans…

24 February 2022

Silicom, an expertise for 35 years

Silicom was established in France 35 years ago. Its arrival in Canada dates back to 2020, but the entrepreneur Berthold Roth, director of all Canadian operations, brings experience and expertise on this side of the Atlantic. Silicom is headquartered in Montreal, a center where cybersecurity companies…

21 February 2022

Are Electronic Signatures Legally Binding?

Electronic signatures have become a critical component of doing business in a paperless world. If you have not adopted them yet, you should start! More and more companies are completely ditching paper, and doing everything online. Electronic signatures are the next step in that transition. Every organization needs signatures, and…

7 February 2022

Cybersecurity, a major issue in the electoral process

At the polls, citizens. To your keyboards, citizens. Soon enough, the first scenario will give way entirely to the second. Being able to vote from anywhere, on Canadian soil, abroad, without even having to travel… It’s a dream that many people have.

30 January 2022

VPN Protection Online For Canadians

If you have listened to YouTube videos in the last 2 years, it is sure that you have seen a sponsorship or an advertisement for a VPN service. On TV, it is online casinos and sports betting services, on the internet, VPNs completely dominate the advertisements.

30 January 2022

METTCARE Technologies: Towards a new approach to cybersecurity, Internet communications and digital identity

Small businesses just as much as government can face continuous digital data security challenges. Toronto-based METTCARE Technologies Inc. is revolutionizing cybersecurity and communications with its new Trustus technologies. Unified secure Internet communications make it possible for organizations to trust Internet communications for the safeguard of private and confidential data. Eva…

26 January 2022

I’ve been hacked! Now what?

You probably feel like shouting at the top of your lungs right now. You are angry, sad, and concerned. We get it.  Being hacked can be quite critical. Your private information and potentially your money is in jeopardy.  So, what do you do now?…

18 January 2022

Zoom on Zoom Security

Not so long ago, Skype and Google HangOut reigned supreme in the video conferencing world. Not very much used and fairly niche, these services all had their share of accessibility and rendering quality problems, which limited their potential to become truly mainstream. 2 years ago, Zoom…

18 January 2022

Your first steps in cybersecurity training are free! 

Are you personally intrigued by cybersecurity or want to change careers to a field of the future like ours? Want to dip your big toe to estimate the temperature of the water before completely diving in? Here are some cybersecurity training courses for beginners that are…

13 January 2022

New Year, New Cybersecurity Resolutions

If there is one place that we haven’t stopped frequenting for the past few years, it is virtual space. The year 2021 will have given us many examples of the importance of protecting your computer data. As proof, the Quebec government has even created a Ministry of Cybersecurity and Digital.

29 November 2021

CyberSecure Canada: Creating a Climate of Digital Trust

Cyber attacks can have a serious impact on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In addition to financial losses and reduced operations, victims of cyberattacks often experience a trust crisis from clients and employees. Since 2019, the CyberSecure Canada program supports SMEs that want to improve their cybersecurity practises and protect themselves from current threats. After completing the process, they receive a recognized certification that not only gives them peace of mind, but also a competitive advantage beyond borders.

9 November 2021

Helping our Children Protect Their Digital Identity

Growing up with technology and being hyper-connected from a young age, it is generally assumed that young people have a good control over their digital lives or that they are not really vulnerable targets for cyberattacks. However, young people do not necessarily have the critical thinking and analytical skills required…

14 October 2021

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month

Internationally recognized, Cyber Security Awareness Month takes place every year in October to inform the public about the importance of cyber security. This year’s theme is “Life Happens Online”. Now more than ever, everyone is connected on the Internet. Whether it is for work, to talk with family and friends,…

6 October 2021

Invitation 2nd Annual Canadian-Dutch Cybersecurity Event 20th Oct

On behalf of the Canadian Embassy in The Netherlands and InnovationQuater, you are invited!  On the 20th of October we will host the Second Annual Canadian-Dutch Cybersecurity Webinar & Matchmaking Event. The event will take place virtually between 3 and 5 pm CEST using the REMO…

30 August 2021

Cocoon – For Your Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity

Matt Edwards established Cocoon to help meet the demand for strong cyber security companies in Western Canada. His team has almost two decades of experience providing managed IT services, software development and cybersecurity. Here is a short interview, where he gives us more background on his company. In-Sec-M :…

24 August 2021

Important Framework Agreement Between ENISA and RHEA Group

The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) and RHEA Group have signed the first framework agreement to implement the Ad hoc Cybersecurity Assistance Mechanism, with the goal of supporting the States member of the European Union (EU) in case of cybersecurity-related transborder incidents or crisis. According to RHEA Group, the…

19 August 2021

IRCC to renew its biometric hardware

As a courtesy, this communiqué is to inform you that IRCC has begun soliciting industry, through a Request for Information (RFI), on new innovations and feedback related to enterprise biometric collection solutions and service models. Background The Canadian Immigration Biometric Identification System (CIBIDS) facilitates the collection of…

11 August 2021

Motorola Solutions Opens New Network and Security Operations Centre for Public Safety in Canada’s Ottawa-Gatineau Connexité Cybersecurity Cluster

Motorola Solutions leverages decades of public safety experience in its new network and security operations centre where it will manage the mission-critical communication networks and command centre software relied upon by Canada’s first responders Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) today announced the opening of its new network and security operations…

10 August 2021

Best tips to protect your business from cyber attacks

Canadians and entrepreneurs are increasingly dependent on the Internet for their daily business. With COVID-19, this trend has accelerated to allow Canadians to work, shop and socialize remotely in accordance with physical distancing guidelines issued by public health. This comes with its share of challenges for Canadian businesses, which are…

6 August 2021

An unlikely alliance? GAFAM responds to US aid

Some web giants, commonly known as GAFAM (Google, Apple, Facebook, Amazon and Microsoft) offer their expertise to the US government in cybersecurity. The US Agency for Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security (CISA) is leading a task force made up of officials from the US government as well as people from private…

4 August 2021

Accessible Training to Learn How to Protect Data Against Cyberattacks

Imagine receiving an email nobody wants: “If you want access to your data and your computer system back, you will need to pay”. Your encrypted data are in the hands of blackmailing strangers. What if the media get a hold of the news, adding yet another issue to your plate?…

16 July 2021

4 tips for not leaving cybersecurity vacations

Vacation, finally! Now is the time to take it easy, but not completely: follow these few tips to avoid negative consequences for your personal data online. Pay attention to public internet networks You are finally on vacation! As you wait for the children to choose their ice cream cone in…

12 July 2021

POPP3R Cybersecurity: Building a human firewall

« At a rate of 39 cyberattacks per second, chances of being compromised by hackers are high. Lack of knowledge and budgeting concerns are placing most non-profits at risk. At high risk », Hernan Popper pointed out in a LinkedIn post recently. During the pandemic, he officially launched POPP3R…

6 July 2021

Sunphinx: Protecting Organizations’ Assets From Cyber Criminals

Since 2008, Sunphinx has been offering cybersecurity products and services to businesses in a variety of fields. Its founder and president, Patrick Jean-Baptiste, has more than twenty years of experience in telecommunications, including more than twelve in cybersecurity. He specializes in cloud computing, infrastructure, networks, consulting services and managed…

22 June 2021

The Other Wound to Heal: Hospitals Increasingly Targeted by Cyberattacks

As the healthcare system is already overflowed by the pandemic, another pernicious nuisance comes along: a cyberattack on the east end of Montreal’s heathcare network, according to Radio-Canada and La Presse. The attack was launched in India, authorities believe. Already, data pertaining to 9 patients and 2,340 residents leaked, newspapers…

18 June 2021

Urgent Need to Act: Mine Workers Could Be Trained on Cybersecurity

A report from the Institut national des mines (INMQ) published this month shows that post-secondary institutions are supportive to adding cybersecurity competency building for future mine workers. This document emphasizes that “at least two thirds of successful cyberattacks affecting mining companies are the result of inappropriate conduct from personnel.” The…

14 June 2021

ESI Technologies: Trust Worth Gold

ESI Technologies was founded in Montreal in 1994, when the open systems IT market was emerging. For almost 30 years, the company has never ceased to innovate, while consolidating its experience and renewing the confidence of its customers. With 250 employees and wings across North America, ESI Technologies is…

8 June 2021

Ribs and cybersecurity: an issue that reaches our plates

A cyberattack coupled with a ransom demand could have driven up the price of our Souvlaki chicken. This came against the US and Australian subsidiaries of Brazilian food giant JBS. Producing beef, chicken and pork, the company says it resolved the attack very quickly. A rapid response has proven crucial…

31 May 2021

Cybersecurity: 5 essential books

Much was written about cyber ​​security. Novels, essays, articles, technical manuals: you can find anything! Here are 5 essential books to add to your reading list to dive deep into cybersecurity and hacking. The Art of Intrusion: The Real Stories Behind the Exploits of Hackers, Intruders & Deceivers (Kevin…

23 May 2021

Cyber ​​attacks: business leaders worried

While Canadian business leaders appear confident in the recovery of the global economy, they do express serious concerns about cyber attacks. These concerns would outweigh the economic risks associated with the pandemic. According to a PricewaterhouseCoopers Canada survey, most CEOs expect their income and profitability to rise in the near…

19 May 2021

SMEs Support Program

This In-Sec-M program, carried out in partnership with Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, aims to assist SMEs in their accreditation process to the CyberSecure Canada standard in order to strengthen their competitive advantage by reassuring their customers of their cybersecurity while reducing the impact of cyber attacks and…

4 May 2021

400 Participants at the Cybersecurity & Identity Summit

The Cybersecurity & Identity Summit, organized by In-Sec-M, in collaboration with Converge Technology Partners, the Capital Hill Group, the Ottawa Cybersecurity meetup Group, the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) and Prompt, comes to an end today, after five days of workshops and networking. Throughout the week, 400 people connected virtually…

19 April 2021

| CIS | Annual Cybersecurity & Identity Summit

At the Annual Cybersecurity & Identity Summit, Roberto Mazzolin, Chief Cyber Security strategist at the Rhea Group, will highlight key challenges facing governments, defence and industry using critical infrastructure to support complex cyber and space capabilities impacted by disruptive technologies and offer recommendations to improve protection of these systems through the RHEA developed CITEF capability. His presentation…

15 April 2021

Child pornography: protect your children

The lockdown has boosted cases of children being sexually exploited on the Internet globally. A La Presse investigation published on April 13, 2020, revealed that “websites used by predators around the world to share tens of thousands of child pornography images are hosted on the computer servers of large…

17 March 2021

Captosec for the protection of your information assets

Élie Mabo is the founder of Captosec, an information technology firm specializing in information security, cyber security and business IT solutions. Since 2016, he and his team have been providing a range of services in four specific areas: – information security consulting; – cyber security and managed services;…

3 March 2021

Gatineau: a leader in the field of cyber security

Gatineau is increasingly positioning itself as a leader in the field of cybersecurity. On February 26, the federal government announced an investment of $3.2 million. The money will be distributed to three organizations: In-Sec-M, the Digital Identity Laboratory and the Cégep de l’Outaouais. Concrete assistance The Canadian cluster of the…

2 March 2021

Being an independent consultant to make a bigger difference

With more than 35 years of training and experience in the information technology field, Claude L’Arrivée specializes in cybersecurity and privacy protection, as an independent consultant. He has many certifications (CISSP, CISA, CRISC, CPSP, CDPP, ITIL (F)). He took the leap in 2007. “I felt like I didn’t make a…

19 February 2021

Advanced Cybersecurity for Small and Medium-sized Compagnies with StreamScan

A few years ago, two hundred days passed before a company discovered that it had been the victim of a cyberattack. Karim Ganame, cybersecurity researcher and teacher at the École Polytechnique de Montréal, founded StreamScan in 2011, to help small and medium-sized businesses protect themselves at an affordable cost.

9 February 2021

Watsec Cyber Risk Management for SMEs

Doug Blakey is the founder of Watsec, a cybersecurity company based in Waterloo, Ontario. “Our focus is cyber risk management for small/medium enterprises. We enable organizations identify, prioritize and manage cyber exposures to the degree appropriate for the company”, he explains. Watsec does work for all sectors such as…

29 January 2021

OKIOK: a global pioneer in cybersecurity

The little story of the company OKIOK’s origins date back to the 1970s. The company was founded by Robert Walsh, Claude Vigeant’s father-in-law, who now heads the company. In its early days, OKIOK supported the sale of computer products in the Canadian market. “In the late 1970s, my wife and…

25 January 2021

DEVICOM: for efficient communications

Located in Chicoutimi, DEVICOM is a company that specializes in communications technologies, research and development of new technologies, and the creation of adapted strategic solutions. Globally, the company provides SMBs and large industries with the infrastructure necessary for unified and simplified communication, anywhere, anytime, maintaining data security and systems…

15 January 2021

Edilex: technology to speed up the drafting of legal documents

Founded in 1992, Edilex was then a publishing house for legal documentation for jurists and lawyers. The company made a digital shift in the early 2000s by creating an online store to access documentation. This is the second twist in document automation that has brought the company to where it…

7 January 2021

Appel à projets – Programme d’Innovation en Cybersécurité du Québec

Appel à projets jusqu’au 17 mars 2021 Jusqu’à 25% du budget de votre projet d’innovation en cybersécurité pourrait être financé par le PICQ. De plus, il est possible de demander une aide financière provenant des gouvernements du Québec et du Canada sans excéder un financement total de 50% de la valeur…

18 December 2020

Maltem Canada, Building the Future

By allowing consumers to integrate digital technologies into their ongoing activities, digital transition is continuously shaping our daily lives with multiple challenges. Fortunately, companies like Maltem Canada, an independent group affiliated with Maltem consulting group, an international group located in several countries, consumers especially companies of all sizes no longer…

11 December 2020

InnoSecur: for a far-sighted and resilient society

An ecosystem in civil and public safety, InnoSecur has been an independent non-profit organization since 2018, based in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu. A true engine of innovation, it fosters the emergence of partnerships to meet the growing needs for the security of communities, people and property. Its field of action is at the…

27 November 2020

IDStacks, a complete and robust solution to keep you safe

Cloud-based systems are increasingly popular with many companies because of easier data flow while minimizing intrusion risk. While some vulnerabilities still exist, IT security experts find effective and appropriate solutions to protect consumers from any cyberattacks. That is the mission of IDStacks, a company co-founded in 2017 by…

20 November 2020

BlueBear, at the cutting edge of forensic technology

Canadian computer company BlueBear is one of the international leaders in the fight against the sexual exploitation of children online. It offers forensic software solutions to police and intelligence services to facilitate investigative work and the processing of cases in court. Having to deal with huge amounts of images…

6 November 2020

PCI : improving your cybersecurity maturity

Canada, like many countries around the world, is going through uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Facing this situation, businesses and individuals alike continue to develop have new ways to adapt. This is why Stefan Timotijevic, a technology enthusiast with over twelve years of experience in the field of…

2 November 2020

Cybersecurity : Increasingly Critical essential infrastructures 

As part of the Rencontres de Génie, Genium 360 presented its third and last webinar on cybersecurity of operational technologies (OT). Xavier Troendle, from Tenable, a company specializing in the development of cybersecurity software for twenty years, drew up an inventory, presented a few use cases, then established the pillars…

28 October 2020

Bios : The Peace of Mind

No company, regardless of its size, wants to be the next victim of an intrusion or cyber-attacks. According to the Cost of a Data Breach report, the financial impact of data theft for Canadian businesses in 2020 resulted in average costs of $6 million. Despite their vulnerabilities toward the sophisticated…

26 October 2020

Cybersecurity in Canada: Context and Resources  

As part of the Rencontres de Génie, Genium 360 presented its second webinar in a series of three, focusing mainly on the cybersecurity of operational technologies. It was the turn of Véronique Ménard of the Canadian Center for Cyber ​​Security (CCC) to deepen the context of collaboration in cybersecurity in…

23 October 2020

Two Days of Discussions on Cybersecurity

In early October, the annual conference was held to kick off Cyber ​​Security Awareness Month. For the third year, 130 participants attended expert presentations and participated in virtual networking sessions. This edition was presented by Investir Ottawa, the main economic development organization of the national capital, the City of Gatineau,…

21 October 2020

Cybersecurity in the Age of Industry 4.0: Operational Technologies at the Forefront

As part of the Engineering Meetings, Genium 360 presented its first webinar in a series of three, all dedicated to the cyber protection of operational technologies (OT). The guest on October 19, Neila Zerguini, senior cybersecurity director at Deloitte, provided an overview of the challenges facing organizations and proposed several…

15 October 2020

How to do Business with NATO?

On October 15, In-Sec-M and NATO hosted a virtual presentation for all Canadian companies and organizations to demystify the process of purchasing and acquiring cybersecurity technologies and services. Martin Bedard, Canadian Liaison Officer, NSPA, introduced Virginie Viscardy, a representative from NCIA, NATO’s primary C3 capability and cybersecurity provider, will present the…

9 October 2020

Bulletproof: Simple, secure solutions for complex IT issues

Did you say BULLETPROOF? Indeed, BULLETPROOF is an end-to-end IT and cyber security company co-founded in 2000 in Fredericton, New Brunswick by a group of young forward-thinking experts, including electrical engineer by trade, Jeff Shaw. Since its beginning, Bulletproof’s ultimate goal has been to help businesses of every shape and…

2 October 2020

Virtual Workshop – Let’s demystify the NATO IT procurement process

NATO is a formidable market that spends, yearly, billions of dollars in acquisitions of all kinds, including some of the latest cybersecurity technologies. However, it appeared that Canadian IT companies are clearly underrepresented in this gigantic market. When we discuss this with our members at In-Sec-M, we also find out…

1 October 2020

Rivemont, a local company for your financial development

Contrary to what most people think, COVID-19 has not impacted investor returns expectations  in any way. According to a global survey made by Schroders Investment Management, ‘Investors expected an average return of 10.9% over the next five years. Investors in America had the highest expectations, forecasting returns of 13.2%.

23 September 2020

October: Cyber ​​Security Awareness Month

Cyber ​​Security Awareness Month is an international campaign to raise awareness of the importance of cyber security. This year, the campaign prioritizes the protection of our electronic devices. “It’s a matter of raising awareness so that the public and businesses can question their use of technology, password management, etc., explains…

16 September 2020

F8th, protecting your privacy

F8th Inc. Founded in Toronto, Ontario by Jonathan Gagne in 2019 and then expanded in Montreal Quebec, the new main location, F8th Inc. has partnered with several key players to provide banks, governments and corporations a revolutionary behavioural biometry based continuous authentication. Today, there is no reliable way to…

31 August 2020

AWEE: Generating results through simplicity

Internet is one of the best innovations that are shaping our way of life. However, its cross-border nature, through information and communication technologies, presents several challenges in terms of security, especially regarding the protection of personal information. According to the IBM and Ponemon’s 2020 Cost of a Data Breach Report:…

28 August 2020

Game-based social engineering awareness training

Click Armor launched its game-based social engineering training module for its gamified security awareness training platform. Designed to protect organizations from potentially catastrophic data breaches, the module teaches employees how to deal with common threat scenarios through hands-on training in a dynamic, fun and competitive environment. Social engineering is…

23 August 2020

Kereon, improving your cybersecurity behaviors

With the various adjustments imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the cybersecurity industry has faced several challenges to protect businesses from potential cyber attacks. In fact, since the beginning of the pandemic, the Canadian Center for Cyber ​​Security has issued more than a hundred alerts on potential threats and attacks.

11 August 2020

IPtoki, a Solution for your Digital Identity Security

When it comes to cybersecurity, many people think they are safe from any threat with an anti-virus protection system. Unfortunately, with threats becoming more sophisticated and insidious, it is important to protect our personal data and intellectual property, which are as valuable as money in the bank. It is based…

29 July 2020

Mirai Security, The Future of Cyber Security

Canadian companies are increasingly facing greater challenges in managing cyber risk and meeting their client’s security and privacy requirements. According to the Canadian Centre for Justice Statistics, “21% of Canadian businesses reported that they were impacted by cyber security incidents which affected their operations in 2017”. In addition,…

16 July 2020

Canada – Netherlands Cybersecurity Virtual Networking Event

A virtual event between Canada and the Netherlands was organized on June 18 to learn more about the cybersecurity ecosystems of Canada and the Netherlands, as well as meet promising peers and technology partners. Organized by Invest Ottawa, with the collaboration of In-Sec-M, this cross-site allowed several members of In-Sec-M…

14 July 2020

Large-scale project at National Defence

The Department of National Defence released more information earlier this week on a very important project by the Canadian Armed Forces to acquire a cyber defence solution to improve decision support in general and the security of DND and the CAF cyberspace, including the ability to detect, analyze and respond…

14 July 2020

Canadian Laboratory for Digital Identity Receives Several Public and Private Grants

The Digital Identity Laboratory of Canada, headquartered in Gatineau, is approaching its initial funding objective of $ 1M. Thanks to recent grants from the City of Gatineau, the Government of Quebec, Converge Technology Solutions, Equitable Bank and Sagard Holdings, the Laboratory will accelerate the adoption of user-centered digital identity solutions…

13 July 2020

RiskAware, your trusted cybersecurity partner

The omnipresence of information and communication technologies in our daily lives, often confronts us with security challenges that can impact us considerably in many ways, especially in the professional field. To meet the urgent needs of companies in terms of IT security, RiskAware, founded in 2018 by Michael…

7 July 2020

OctoSafes: For the Security of your Information Systems

OctoSafes is a consulting engineering and expertise firm in information technology and systems security, cybersecurity and digital risks. The team of experts provides advisory services to different clients, in terms of security and enterprise architecture, security governance, identity management, operational security and networks. “We are a team of 14…

6 July 2020

MTL Connect 2020: A Virtual Edition, Real Connections

From October 13 to 18, 2020, MTL connects: Montreal Digital Week will be exclusively online. Organized by Digital Spring, a non-profit organization whose primary mission is to democratize and support digital transformation, publishing has been re-imagined to facilitate networking and the transfer of expertise between participants. “This year, the programming…

8 June 2020

Forward Security, an innovative Cybersecurity services provider

In the increasing battle against cyber-attacks, experts are working hard to find new ways in order to meet the demand from companies to secure their systems. In this context, Farshad Abasi, a technologist and leader with over twenty years of expertise in security, software, as well as systems design…

20 May 2020

ID-M: To Protect Our Identities

Over 300 million fake profiles on Facebook. Canadians lost 21.2 million dollars related to identity theft in 2018. Social engineering frauds have lost organizations and businesses billions of dollars. While 69% of the population is concerned about identity theft, there was really no reliable way to confirm the identity of…

14 May 2020

A new national digital identity laboratory

This spring, a national digital identity laboratory was created by several private and public partners, with DIACC and In-Sec-M. The Canadian non-profit organization will provide the resources and independence necessary to create a neutral, healthy and secure environment conducive to promoting, validating and maintaining compliance and technical interoperability between and…

28 April 2020

Safety culture, a matter of Terranova Security

Education, an undeniable key against ignorance, very often puts us in delicate and even fatal situations, especially when it comes to cybersecurity. Indeed, with the numerous attacks perpetrated by malicious people in this field, it becomes crucial to educate companies in order to get them to defend themselves better. It…

21 April 2020

Peace of mind in the digital world with Secure Exchanges

In the digital world in which we evolve, several personal traces are left there which can be used by third parties improperly. Therefore, a major issue arises in ensuring the confidentiality of data. This is how Mr. Cédric Boivin, expert in the field of cybersecurity, sets up the Secure…

15 April 2020

Devolutions: your security is our reason for being

According to surveys by the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA), 40% of respondents have experienced a cyber attack in the past 12 months. One in ten respondents faced 20 or more attacks. These data are certainly alarming for citizens, but they are even more alarming for SMEs which constitute more…

8 April 2020

Cybersecurity at the heart of Covid-19

The changes imposed by COVID-19 in the professional field, will completely change the modes of operation. Therefore, the issue of cybersecurity is more urgent than ever, with the multitudes of data that are exchanged daily especially for small and medium-sized businesses. Faced with this, the CyberSwat Group led by…

2 April 2020

CYBERDEFENSE AI develops the next revolution…

Desjardins, Capital One and Equifax: three large companies who remind us that the protection of personal data can be compromised. Since these massive data thefts in 2019, several experts in the field of cybersecurity have addressed the problem in order to offer solutions to prevent security breaches. In this…

25 March 2020

Kobalt: “we walk them through the journey.”

In the cybersecurity ecosystem, small and mid-sized organization are still left behind despite their economic contributions. Facing that situation and the threat of cyber attacks, Michael Argast who has more than twenty years of experience in cybersecurity, cofounded Kobalt in late 2018 with the mission to develop and…

25 March 2020

Creation of the first National Digital Identity Laboratory

The Digital ID and Authentication Council of Canada (DIACC) is pleased to announce a collaborative partnership with Canada’s cybersecurity cluster, In-Sec-M, to create the first national digital identity lab. Leveraging the strengths of their respective members, the two organizations have begun to identify and enumerate the requirements for the future…