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October 1, 2019
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Stanley Security Solutions

‘I accomplished my mission,’ accused in Yonge Street van attack told police

Hours after driving a rented van down a busy Toronto sidewalk killing 10 people and injuring 16 others, Alek Minassian described himself to police as a 25-year-old virgin seeking retribution for years of sexual rejection and ridicule by women.


Data breach at Door Dash sees 4.9 million users’ personal information stolen

The California-based company launched an investigation that included outside security experts and determined some Door Dash user data was accessed on May 4.


Amazon offers a way to delete Alexa recordings automatically

Previously, users had to go into Alexa’s settings and delete recordings manually. Users can now ask Amazon to automatically delete recordings after three months or 18 months.
 
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Your cybersecurity checklist: Best practices to implement

While no company or individual can be 100 per cent protected from cybersecurity threats, you can implement security best practices within a cybersecurity audit checklist, which can significantly reduce the risk of you becoming a victim of hackers or employee mishap. » Read full article
 
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Security clearance backlogs bedevilled RCMP as employee allegedly leaked secrets

An audit report stressed the importance of regularly reviewing the security status of RCMP employees to guard against the threat of an insider betraying the national police force by sharing sensitive information with the wrong people. » Read full article

Best Buy sees growth in health care technology for elderly

Best Buy Co. said that in five years it hopes to provide 5 million seniors with health monitoring services, which can range from sensors placed throughout a home to a pendant worn around the neck. » Read full article

Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews facing charge of disorderly conduct

Police report obtained from the Scottsdale Police Department says the complaint was filed by a female security guard employed by a local condo building where she says Matthews is a resident. » Read full article
 
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CS Honours

Canadian Security Honours

Location: Toronto, Ont.
Date: October 3, 2019
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Sector

Location: Toronto, Ont.
Date: October 7-11, 2019
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Security Canada Central

Location: Toronto, Ont.
Date: October 23-24, 2019
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Focus On Healthcare Security

Location: Toronto, Ont.
Date: December 5, 2019
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