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Hacktivists Anonymous Collective, friend or foe?

In the short span of a few months, "The Messiah", a member purportedly of the Anonymous Collective (AC) hacktivist group, has claimed responsibility for the hacking of at least 5 websites in Singapore. As a result, the local police are investigating The Messiah and both the government and local media have branded him a criminal,...

Multiple organisations banning access to TRE?

Dear readers, Last week, we received numerous feedback from our readers that our website TR Emeritus (TRE) is inaccessible at various places. Some of the places mentioned are Singapore Changi Airport (free internet), Singapore Institute of Management, and most if not all of the polytechnics and universitites in Singapore. Our...

Pre-school chain Carpe Diem’s website hacked

Illustration Another local website has fallen victim to cyber hackers on Sunday (3 Nov). Pre-school chain Carpe Diem's website was defaced with an illustration of United States President Barack Obama with a noose around his neck. It was restored only yesterday afternoon (4 Nov). The perpetrators have not claimed any affiliation...