Aftonbladet Is Monetizing Your Privacy Aftonbladet's new model is not a normal paywall, and not even a standard "consent-or-pay" setup. It is a system where users must either accept profiling for advertising or pay to escape it, effectivel...

Aftonbladet charges SEK 49/m. Not for journalism, fewer ads, nor anything extra.
For the right to say no to profiling.
Schibsted calls this "advertising choice". Call it what it is: charging users to keep what should never have been up for sale in the first place.
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Of 26 identified vulnerabilities, all have been verified fixed. We are proud to have worked with @opentechfund.bsky.social and @engagemedia.org to secure Cinemata, an open source video platform for communities that operate in politically sensitive environments. www.assured.se/posts/pentes...

Podcast Spotlight: The Threat from Quantum Computers Our embedded security and cryptography expert Joachim Strömbergson guested a Swedish security podcast (Bli Säker) and discussed Post Quantum Cryptography.

Our embedded security and cryptography expert Joachim Strömbergson guested a Swedish security podcast (Bli Säker @nikkasystems.com) and discussed Post Quantum Cryptography. Find our English summary and the link to the episode in our blog.
www.assured.se/posts/podcas...
#pqc #security #cryptography

Podd 338: Hotet från kvantdatorerna – specialavsnitt med Joachim Strömbergson YouTube video by Nikka Systems Sverige

Veckans specialavsnitt av Bli säker-podden gästas av Joachim Strömbergson från @assuredab.bsky.social. Han berättar om hotet från kvantdatorerna. Kommer de att knäcka krypteringen på internet?
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#BliSäker

100 Security Assessments in One Year! Looking back at 2025 In 2025, Assured completed 100 security assessments covering many different industries and technologies. Here are the numbers, and what records we’re aiming to break in 2026.

Celebrating 100 #security assessments, over 1000 findings, and over 2000 pages of #pentest reports in 2025!
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We are honored to be a security partner in the Open Technology Fund's (OTF) Security Lab and proud to contribute to this important work, securing tools that protect the most vulnerable.

Robust Cybersecurity is the Vehicle's New Airbag Digital protection is now as critical as steel, airbags and crumple zones. Regulations require evidence, and real-world testing determines whether a vehicle’s cybersecurity truly holds.

Modern vehicles are complex, connected systems with a growing attack surface. Reports alone are not enough, #cybersecurity must be proven in practice. Witnessed testing has become the #automotive "digital crash test" under UNECE #R155.
Read more: www.assured.se/areas/automo...
#wvta #typeapproval

Cyber-secured vehicle – no longer a choice, but a requirement Cybersecurity is now mandatory for all vehicle manufacturers. Learn how UNECE R155, R156 and ISO 21434 reshape automotive development and compliance.

International regulations raise the bar for #automotive #cybersecurity. A systematic approach is key to competitive advantage. Learn how these requirements affect vehicle development in practice and what it takes to get type approval.
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#r155 #iso21434 #wvta

Why Cybersecurity is Business-Critical in Medtech Cybersecurity in medtech is as vital as a pacemaker’s rhythm or an insulin pump’s dosage. For manufacturers, approved security can determine whether a product reaches the market—or is halted last minu...

In #MedTech, #cybersecurity is not just a technical concern: it’s a business risk affecting time-to-market, regulatory approval and whether a product can be launched.
By testing at the right time, you identify and handle risks before they become costly.
Read more: www.assured.se/areas/medtec...

EU Tightens Cybersecurity Requirements for Medtech - MDR and IVDR The EU is strengthening cybersecurity requirements in MDR and IVDR. Manufacturers must embed cybersecurity from the start, document processes, and ensure security throughout the entire device lifecycl...

Cybersecurity in #MedTech is no longer something you "add later."
Under #MDR / #IVDR, security is a prerequisite for market access, not an optional feature.
When addressed too late, the result is rework, delays, or products that never make it to market.
Read more: www.assured.se/areas/medtec...

Security Fest - IT Security Conference Security Fest is an inspiring and unique IT security conference held in Gothenburg, Sweden. The event is an excellent opportunity to learn more about IT security, and a great way to connect with both ...

Hello World! We are #SecurityFest, a two-day, single-track technical #security conference held annually in Gothenburg, Sweden. We bring excellent speakers from around the world to talk on inspiring topics, while we provide a fun and interactive experience all around. securityfest.com

Our very own penetration tester and security researcher Thomas Stacey wrote a paper on his research into request tunneling which got some real traction. Very interesting read! www.assured.se/posts/the-si...

"No One Seems to Want to Leave Assured" - Mattias Jidhage, IT Security Architect Learn how Assured has built a unique company culture that keeps employees long-term. Mattias Jidhage, one of the founders, shares the company's values and his personal journey.

Assured's culture values expertise, openness, and a desire to make a difference. Mattias, co-founder, shares his thoughts on how our culture has kept our team strong and loyal.
- "It’s a privilege to have extremely competent people just a keyboard away"
Read: www.assured.se/careers/no-o...
#security

The Culture Bearer Who Changed His Mind - Benjamin Svensson, Senior Security Specialist Read about Benjamin Svensson's journey at Assured and why he chose to return to the company after a brief break. Discover the unique culture, freedom to grow, and the important community within the ha...

"Tough challenges, the #hacker community, and not least the unique culture at Assured"
In our latest team story, Benjamin shares why he left & came back, and what makes the culture here so special.
🛡️ Now #hiring a #SecurityEngineer - maybe it's you?
Read the story: www.assured.se/careers/cult...

Open Position: Security Engineer We're looking for an experienced Security Engineer, to work near development teams to ensure that our clients' systems and applications are protected against cyber threats.

Are you or do you know an experienced #SecurityEngineer who can work closely with development teams to ensure that our clients' systems and applications are protected against security threats? Help us create a secure digital world! #nowhiring #security #infosec
More: www.assured.se/careers/open...

Nice heatmap over PQC adoption in major protocols, security solutions. Not stated, but probably all use NIST ML-KEM and ML-DSA, not other PQC algorithms. Also there seems to be preference for hybrid solutions.

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Do People Have This Much Fun, at Work? - Emilie Barse, Senior Security Specialist Discover why an open and fun work environment is key to happy colleagues and successful careers. Read about Emilie's experience at Assured and how they emphasize learning, freedom, and teamwork.

Curious about working at Assured? Have a look at what Emilie has to say in our latest employee interview:

www.assured.se/careers/fun-...

Initial Access Threats to Entra ID/Azure AD - Assured Security Consultants Common initial access attacks used to gain foothold in Microsoft cloud tenants.

Want to learn about Initial Access Threats to Entra ID/Azure AD? Then the blog post by. Assured cybersecurity expert Wictor should be interesting.

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Assured Blogs - Assured Security Consultants We are specialized in all areas within the domain of IT Security. We write blog posts on our research and interesting security news.

Hello World! To get acquainted with us, stop by our blog with loads of technical security-related stuff!
www.assured.se/blog