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Sometimes, all it takes is 30 minutes to learn the ins and outs of new food technologies and trends that are transforming the food and beverage industry. In this series, we’ll dig into a food innovation topic and link you to content and resources so you can become a master on the topic in 30 minutes (or less!).
This week, we’re looking at cybercrime and cybersecurity, and how they affect Canada's food and beverage industry.
The Overview
AAG - The Latest 2023 Cyber Crime Statistics
Statistics on how cybercrime is impacting businesses and individuals worldwide.
Marlin Communications – The 2023 Cyber Threat Landscape: 5 Key Trends
Around the world, criminals are turning to “quieter” cyber attacks, including cryptojacking and IoT malware.
Sophos – 2023 Threat Report
According to this report, criminal malware “as-a-service” schemes are interrupting the global economy.
The Canadian Connection
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Cyber Security and Your Farming Business
AAFC reminds producers that they can also be targeted by cybercriminals, and need to ensure their businesses are secure.
Canadian Centre for Cyber Security - The centre is part of the Communications Security Establishment, offering advice and services for Canadian businesses, individuals, organizations and institutions on cybersecurity.
CIRA.ca – The Canadian Internet Registration Authority offers cybersecurity awareness training, insights, threats, and implementation plans.
Government of Canada - Get Cyber Safe Guide for Small and Medium Businesses
The federal government provides a comprehensive overview of steps businesses can take to minimize the threat of cybercrime.
Social Media
Beauceron Security (LinkedIn) – Fredericton, NB-based Beauceron Security helps organizations address the risk of cybercrime.
Canadian Cyber Security Network (Instagram) CCSN is a group of dedicated cybersecurity professionals, focused on growing cybersecurity in Canada.
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (Facebook) – The U.S. CISA offers research, advice, events and more on how to avoid cybercrime.
Overtime
If you’ve got more than 30 minutes, these are for you:
YouTube – Cyberattacks on Food Businesses
Any software or online sales or management systems used by food companies may be at risk of being targeted by cybercriminals.
YouTube - The State of Cybersecurity in the Food and Beverage Industry
Insights from Dragos and Fortinet on what food and beverage companies are doing to minimize the risk of cybercrime.
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