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Researchers: Massive Oregon Quake Is A Matter Of When, Not If
March 18, 2013 1:02 pm | by LAUREN GAMBINO,Associated Press | News | CommentsMore than 10,000 people could die when a monster earthquake and tsunami occur just off the Pacific Northwest coast, researchers told Oregon legislators. When it hits, the report says, many communities will be left without water, power, heat and telephone service.
Wildfire Burns Outside Great Smoky Mountains
March 18, 2013 12:36 pm | News | CommentsA wildfire burning in a resort area outside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in eastern Tennessee has destroyed more than 30 large rental cabins. The 145-acre fire was first reported around 5 p.m. EDT Sunday. Smoke was reported to be visible from 25 miles away.
Carnegie Mellon, NSA Seek High School Hackers
March 18, 2013 12:22 pm | by KEVIN BEGOS,Associated Press | News | CommentsBored with classes? Carnegie Mellon University and one of the government's top spy agencies want to interest high school students in a game of computer hacking. Their goal with "Toaster Wars" is to cultivate the nation's next generation of cyber warriors in offensive and defensive strategies.
Speakers' Soapbox: Ron Martel On IT Risks & Abraham Lincoln’s BC Skills
March 17, 2013 4:13 pm | by Jonna Mayberry, Editor | Articles | CommentsIn the leadup to the11th Annual Continuity Insights Management Conference, April 22-24, 2013 at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, Continuity Insights sat down with Ron Martel, Development Executive at IBM Business Continuity & Resiliency Services, to discuss the impact of data breaches and the importance of thinking on multiple dimensions.
Making A List & Checking It Twice
March 17, 2013 4:01 pm | by Jonna Mayberry, Editor | Blogs | CommentsMy desk is currently brimming with magazines, white papers and textbooks about business continuity. Just two weeks ago, this was not the case, but my new role as Editor of Continuity Insights means that I must immerse myself in the world of business continuity, and all that world entails.
Avalution Consulting Announces Free & Pro Versions Of Catalyst Business Continuity Software
March 17, 2013 3:08 pm | by Jonna Mayberry, Editor | News | CommentsCatalyst, Avalution Consulting’s award winning business continuity software, is now available to all organizations at no charge. For professionals wanting to tailor the software to their unique approach, Catalyst Pro provides customization options for a low monthly fee.
Crisis Communications 2013: Social Media & Notification Systems
March 14, 2013 5:28 pm | by Omnilert & Continuity Insights | Webinars | CommentsThursday, April 4, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. EDT Join us as we review and discuss the findings from our 2013 Crisis Communications Survey, in which we surveyed more than 300 organizations to determine how social media platforms are being used. The experts will offer practical answers to social media implementation questions.
Continuity Insights New York 2013
March 13, 2013 10:22 am | by Jonna Mayberry, Editor | Events | CommentsOctober 28-29 at the New York Executive Conference Center, New York, NY. Continuity Insights New York is a two-day regional event that will feature recognized authorities sharing best practices, timely information, and leading strategies for a more resilient business, entity and community.
Continuity Insights Welcomes New Editor
March 12, 2013 12:24 am | by Bob Nakao, Executive Publisher | News | CommentsA true benefit of Continuity Insights’ affiliation with a sizeable organization like Advantage Business Media is having many skilled publishing professionals already on staff. With that said, I am pleased to welcome Jonna Mayberry as the new Managing Editor.
China Foreign Minister Rejects Hacking Accusations
March 11, 2013 3:20 pm | by CHRISTOPHER BODEEN,Associated Press | News | CommentsChina's foreign minister rejected accusations that the country's military was behind massive hacking attacks on U.S. and other foreign targets and called for more international cooperation in policing the Internet. Yang Jiechi is the highest-level Chinese official to comment on the claims made in a widely endorsed report last month by U.S. cybersecurity firm Mandiant.
Studies Tie Stress From Storms, War To Heart Risks
March 11, 2013 12:27 pm | by MARILYNN MARCHIONE,AP Chief Medical Writer | News | CommentsDisasters and prolonged stress can raise "fight or flight" hormones that affect blood pressure, blood sugar and other things in ways that make heart trouble more likely, doctors say. They also provoke anger and helplessness and spur heart-harming behaviors like eating or drinking too much.
Hackers Target Websites Of Phone Operators
March 11, 2013 12:20 pm | News | CommentsHackers targeted the websites of telephone operators in the Czech Republic after similar attacks this week affected major banks and leading media companies. Police are investigating the unusual wave of attacks that started on Monday, and are cooperating with their colleagues from other countries in their probe.
Silicon Valley Man Convicted In Workplace Shooting
March 11, 2013 11:08 am | News | CommentsA Silicon Valley engineer was found guilty of first-degree murder for fatally shooting three executives at a semiconductor startup the same day he was fired. The Nov. 14, 2008, shooting at SiPort Inc. is one of the worst workplace shootings to have taken place in the high tech region south of San Francisco.
Cyber-Training Not Yet In Place For DC Workers
March 10, 2013 4:01 pm | by ERIC TUCKER,Associated Press | News | CommentsLeaders from across the District of Columbia municipal government gathered last April for a summit on cybersecurity, where they agreed in writing on the need to improve computer safety training for its workers.
Storm Strikes Mid-Atlantic; 250K Lose Power
March 10, 2013 3:53 pm | by ERIC TUCKER,Associated Press | News | CommentsA winter storm marched into the Mid-Atlantic region, dumping nearly two feet of snow in some places and knocking out power to about 250,000 homes and businesses. Officials in Washington didn't want a repeat of 2011, when a rush-hour snowstorm stranded commuters for hours, so they told people to stay off the roads and gave workers the day off.
