THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/31/24

THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/31/24

by | Oct 31, 2024 | Defense, Information Security, Information Technology, Operation Northern Arrows, Operation Swords of Iron

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Securing Tomorrow: Your Daily Dose of Cyber Safety, Tech Trends, National Defense News, and Inspiration.

“If we maintain our faith in God, love of freedom, and superior global air power, the future looks good.”

 

-Curtis LeMay

I. National Defense: Key developments in national defense, particularly cyber and technological warfare.

  • Lasers, Microwaves, Missiles, Guns Not On The Table For Domestic Drone Defense

  • The U.S. military is prioritizing electronic and cyber warfare over kinetic or directed energy counter-drone systems for defending domestic bases from drone threats due to regulatory challenges and concerns over collateral damage. At the Falcon Peak 2025 counter-drone exercise, NORTHCOM Deputy Test Director Jason Mayes discussed the limitations and ongoing legal barriers of using more aggressive anti-drone tactics domestically. Instead, the military focuses on non-kinetic defenses like jamming and RF signal tracking, though the lack of comprehensive regulations and high-collateral options present challenges. This approach underscores a need for updated policies and collaboration with federal agencies to ensure rapid, safe responses.

    For further details on these developments, click here to read more.

     

II. Tech Trends: Updates on emerging technology trends shaping the digital world.

  • Microsoft and Google are at war again

  • Microsoft has accused Google of funding “shadow campaigns” to damage its cloud business, revealing that Google is behind the new Open Cloud Coalition lobbying group. Microsoft claims Google has masked its involvement by recruiting European cloud providers as the face of the organization. This development follows Google’s unsuccessful attempt to thwart a Microsoft settlement with CISPE, a European trade group, over licensing practices. Microsoft alleges Google offered financial incentives to CISPE members to reject the settlement.

    For more on this tech rivalry, click here to read more.

     

III. Inspiration: Articles centered on faith that offer guidance and reflection.

  • The Antidote to Election Anxiety

  • In the fiery red landscape of West Texas, where Trump triumphed in 2020, Election Day anxiety is high. However, stereotypes of rural voters as threats don’t match the reality for most, who simply feel unheard. The “exhausted majority,” who believe in cooperation despite differences, represents a substantial, if quiet, segment of America. Reflecting on fears and stereotypes, the author emphasizes that Christians should seek perspective over partisanship, keeping faith in God rather than politics. The real danger, they argue, is losing the church’s witness by seeking worldly power at the expense of spiritual integrity.

    For more, click here to read more.

IV. Cyber Safety: A focus on the latest cybersecurity threats, tips, or breaches impacting individuals and organizations.

  • Beware: fake ads on Facebook spreading account-stealing malware

  • Cybercriminals have initiated a campaign on Facebook using Meta’s ad platform to distribute the SYS01 infostealer malware, Bitdefender reports. This malware is disguised in ads for popular services like Netflix, Office 365, and CapCut. Once downloaded from platforms like MediaFire, the malware runs hidden in a fake application, targeting user accounts and personal data—especially from Facebook business pages. SYS01 can dynamically update through command and control servers to evade security tools, with new ads launching regularly. Since its detection in September 2024, the campaign has reached millions globally, particularly targeting men over 45.

    For more on this campaign, click here to read more.

V. Shield of Israel: Coverage from The Jerusalem Post, providing an Israeli perspective on ongoing conflicts.

  • Iran preparing to strike Israel from Iraqi territory, Khamenei orders preparations – report

  • Israeli intelligence reports indicate that Iran may launch an attack on Israel from Iraq in the coming days, potentially before the U.S. presidential election on November 5. According to Axios, the planned assault would involve drones and ballistic missiles, likely coordinated through pro-Iran militias in Iraq to minimize direct retaliation against Iranian territory. The New York Times adds that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has directed Iran’s Supreme National Security Council to prepare for this operation following damage assessments of Iran’s missile and air defense systems from a recent Israeli strike.
     

    For further details, click here to read more.

     
     
THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/30/24

THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/30/24

by | Oct 30, 2024 | Defense, Information Security, Information Technology, Operation Northern Arrows, Operation Swords of Iron, THE DAILY PRAETORIAN

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Securing Tomorrow: Your Daily Dose of Cyber Safety, Tech Trends, National Defense News, and Inspiration.

“The best way to predict the future is to create it.”

 

– Abraham Lincoln

I. National Defense: Key developments in national defense, particularly cyber and technological warfare.

  • Time running out for military members to cast their absentee ballots

  • With the November 5 election approaching, military service members and their families voting absentee are advised to mail ballots promptly. Absentee voting rules vary by state, with many requiring ballots by Election Day, though some allow counting postmarked ballots after. Overseas voters can expedite mailing with the free Label 11-DOD service at military post offices, and if ballots haven’t arrived, backup options like the Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB) are available.

    For details, check FVAP.gov for state-specific guidance and tracking options and read the full article here. 

     

II. Tech Trends: Updates on emerging technology trends shaping the digital world.

  • Turn Your Smart Home Into a Haunted House With Spooky Tech

  • To create a high-tech Halloween, WIRED recommends enhancing decorations with smart lighting, spooky sounds, and eerie projections. Use smart lights like Philips Hue or Govee to set chilling color scenes, and link them with motion sensors for automated effects. Add hidden Bluetooth speakers to play horror sounds via Spotify or ask Alexa or Google Assistant for spooky music. For immersive visuals, consider projecting digital decorations from AtmosFX on windows or pumpkins for a haunting display that’s sure to thrill trick-or-treaters.

    For more on these tech tips, click here to read more.

     

III. Inspiration: Articles centered on faith that offer guidance and reflection.

  • Supreme Court Rules Virginia Can Resume Purge of Possible Non-Citizen Voter Registrations

  • The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed Virginia to continue its removal of approximately 1,600 alleged non-citizen voter registrations just before the general election. This decision follows an appeal by Virginia’s attorney general after a lower court blocked the removals, citing the National Voter Registration Act’s 90-day cutoff before elections. Virginia argues the action ensures only citizens vote, while opponents, including the Department of Justice, argue that valid citizens may have been mistakenly removed.

    For more information, click here to read more.

IV. Cyber Safety: A focus on the latest cybersecurity threats, tips, or breaches impacting individuals and organizations.

  • Timely Cybernews intervention helps protect PayDo customers’ financial data

  • Cybernews discovered an unprotected PayDo Elasticsearch instance containing millions of sensitive financial records, attributed to a firewall misconfiguration during AWS migration. Fortunately, no data breaches were confirmed, thanks to quick action by Cybernews and subsequent third-party audits. PayDo has enhanced its security with a predictive detection system and plans a bug bounty program. Lessons include ensuring accessible communication channels, sanitizing sensitive data, and implementing proactive error-prevention measures to limit exposure risk.

    For more details, click here.

V. Shield of Israel: Coverage from The Jerusalem Post, providing an Israeli perspective on ongoing conflicts.

  • Israeli pilots reflect on Days of Repentance strike

  • Israeli Air Force personnel shared reflections on their critical roles in Operation “Days of Repentance,” a recent mission targeting Iranian sites. Key figures, including technical officer Maj. R., fighter pilot Maj. S., and air traffic controller Maj. Anael, described the extensive preparation and sense of duty involved. They emphasized the importance of accuracy and national security, noting the weight of responsibility as the country remained largely unaware. The operation underscored their dedication to Israel’s defense and readiness for future missions.

    For more on their experiences, click here.

     
     
THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/29/24

THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/29/24

by | Oct 29, 2024 | Defense, Information Security, Information Technology, Operation Northern Arrows, Operation Swords of Iron, THE DAILY PRAETORIAN

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Securing Tomorrow: Your Daily Dose of Cyber Safety, Tech Trends, National Defense News, and Inspiration.

“Neither a wise nor a brave man lies down on the tracks of history to wait for the train of the future to run over him.”

 

-Dwight D. Eisenhower

I. National Defense: Key developments in national defense, particularly cyber and technological warfare.

  • US Space Force moves to make its systems battle-ready by 2026

  • The U.S. Space Force is accelerating its efforts to integrate key command-and-control (C2) systems to be fully prepared for potential conflicts by 2026. This involves closing gaps across its command architecture and ensuring critical, classified systems work cohesively. Led by Gen. Stephen Whiting’s directives, the Space Force aims to build a resilient C2 architecture to handle threats in space and support terrestrial operations. Integration challenges, especially security clearances, may require reprioritizing resources to meet this timeline.

    For more details, click here to read more.

     

II. Tech Trends: Updates on emerging technology trends shaping the digital world.

  • Musk predicts ‘more robots than people’ by 2040 in latest interview. Here’s what else he said, from AI to Zed.

  • At the Future Investment Initiative, Elon Musk discussed AI’s rapid advancements, projecting a 10,000x improvement in four years and expressing 80-90% optimism for a positive impact. Musk anticipates a future where AI can perform any human task by 2028, bringing a low-cost, high-abundance economy. He also foresees humanoid robots outnumbering humans by 2040, with Tesla’s Optimus Prime leading production. Musk emphasized the need for AI safety, critiquing “woke” biases in current models and advocating for AI that genuinely benefits humanity.

    For more insights, click here to read more.

     

III. Inspiration: Articles centered on faith that offer guidance and reflection.

  • Trump Proclaims Religion Is the ‘Glue that Holds’ America Together

  • During an interview with Paula White at the National Faith Summit, Donald Trump emphasized religion’s vital role in America, attributing societal issues to declining faith. He reflected on his upbringing, his parents’ religious values, and the influence of Norman Vincent Peale and Billy Graham, whom he admired in his youth. Trump warned of threats to religious freedom under the current administration and praised the faith leaders present as “the most important people.” He shared memories of attending Peale’s sermons and Graham’s crusades, underscoring faith’s significance in his life and values.
     

    For more details, click here to read more.

     

IV. Cyber Safety: A focus on the latest cybersecurity threats, tips, or breaches impacting individuals and organizations.

  • Delta Sues Cybersecurity Firm CrowdStrike Over Tech Outage That Canceled Flights

  • Delta Air Lines has sued CrowdStrike, claiming that a faulty update from the cybersecurity company caused a major system outage in July, leading to over 7,000 flight cancellations and costing Delta more than $500 million. Delta argues CrowdStrike failed to test the update properly, while CrowdStrike blames Delta’s outdated IT infrastructure for the slow recovery. The U.S. Department of Transportation is also investigating Delta’s prolonged recovery time and customer service response during the disruption.

    For more details, click here to read more.

V. Shield of Israel: Coverage from The Jerusalem Post, providing an Israeli perspective on ongoing conflicts.

  • Gallant: Hezbollah rocket arsenal down to 20%; Disagreements about how long to continue invasion

  • Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant announced that Hezbollah’s rocket arsenal has been reduced to 20% of its pre-war capacity due to Israeli airstrikes targeting command structures and missile capabilities. The ongoing military operation in Lebanon has sparked debate within Israel’s government over its duration, with some advocating for a prolonged campaign to secure Israel’s northern border. IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi warned Iran of potential future strikes if aggression continues.

    For further details, click here to read more.

     
     
THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/28/24

THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/28/24

by | Oct 28, 2024 | Defense, Information Security, Information Technology, Operation Northern Arrows, Operation Swords of Iron, THE DAILY PRAETORIAN

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Securing Tomorrow: Your Daily Dose of Cyber Safety, Tech Trends, National Defense News, and Inspiration.

“The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.”

 

-Marcus Aurelius

I. National Defense: Key developments in national defense, particularly cyber and technological warfare.

  • Israeli Strikes Knocked Out All Of Iran’s S-300 Air Defense Systems: Officials

  • Israel has reportedly targeted Iran’s critical S-300 air defense systems in recent airstrikes, diminishing Iran’s long-range defensive capabilities. These attacks, part of Israel’s response to Iran’s recent missile barrages, included strategic locations near Tehran and important energy infrastructure sites. With its S-300s out of action, Iran’s defenses are weakened, making it vulnerable to potential follow-up strikes. Analysts suggest this move also serves as a strategic deterrent. Further operations could target Iranian government sites, though nuclear facilities remain off the current target list.

    For additional details, click here to read more.

     

II. Tech Trends: Updates on emerging technology trends shaping the digital world.

  • Frank Sinatra, Kurt Cobain also getting screwed by AI, new study finds

  • A new study by musicMagpie reveals that AI-generated covers of deceased artists, like Frank Sinatra, Freddie Mercury, and Kurt Cobain, are impacting music royalties, with an estimated $13.5 million in lost revenue. Universal Music Group is addressing this issue by collaborating with KLAY Vision to create an ethical AI model that respects copyright and artists’ rights. This aligns with recent efforts by major music labels and artists to oppose unlicensed AI usage, aiming to protect artists’ legacies and creative rights.

    For more on this study, click here to read more.

     

III. Inspiration: Articles centered on faith that offer guidance and reflection.

  • Is Gen Z turning back towards traditional Christian morals and faith?

  • A new trend shows some Gen Z adults rejecting secular, progressive values and moving towards traditional Christian beliefs and conservative morals. This shift, while not universal, includes young influencers, pro-life advocates, and those attending the Traditional Latin Mass, sparking discussions around traditional values, especially concerning family, sexuality, and social roles. Notable figures and studies highlight an uptick in conservative leanings among young men and a backlash against the sexual revolution’s liberal norms, signaling a potential cultural shift among younger generations.

    For more on this trend, click here to read more.

     

IV. Cyber Safety: A focus on the latest cybersecurity threats, tips, or breaches impacting individuals and organizations.

  • FOMO not enough as businesses decide if AI is friend or foe

  • Companies are increasingly investing in AI, spurred by competitive pressure, though adoption varies. Some, like Blubrry and Roseman Labs, use AI strategically for content and healthcare improvements, while others face employee resistance due to job security concerns. Experts advise using AI for specific problems, not just trends, emphasizing ethical practices and employee training. Clear policies are recommended to prevent misuse, and careful adoption is key for genuine business value, allowing AI to assist rather than replace human roles.

    For more details, click here to read more.

V. Shield of Israel: Coverage from The Jerusalem Post, providing an Israeli perspective on ongoing conflicts.

  • Netanyahu vows to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons following IDF strikes

  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu highlighted the recent Israeli airstrike on Iranian military targets, emphasizing Israel’s commitment to preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. Netanyahu praised the IDF’s successful strikes on Iranian missile production and air defense systems, stressing that the action was a response to threats posed by Iran’s expanding missile and nuclear ambitions. While under pressure not to target Iran’s nuclear sites, Netanyahu affirmed Israel’s independence in security decisions and vowed to continue its efforts to safeguard its borders and citizens.
     

    For further details, click here to read more.

     
THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/25/24

THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/25/24

by | Oct 25, 2024 | Defense, Information Security, Information Technology, Operation Northern Arrows, Operation Swords of Iron, THE DAILY PRAETORIAN

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Securing Tomorrow: Your Daily Dose of Cyber Safety, Tech Trends, National Defense News, and Inspiration.

“Peace is not sought in order to provoke war, but war is waged in order to attain peace.”

 

-Saint Augustine

I. National Defense: Key developments in national defense, particularly cyber and technological warfare.

  • BREAKING: Israel Strikes Iran, Explosions Reported in the Capital

  • Israel’s military has confirmed “precise strikes” on military targets within Iran, following ongoing attacks from Iran and its proxies, including a recent missile barrage. Explosions have been reported in Tehran, Karaj, and across Syria and Iraq. IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari emphasized Israel’s stance on defending its sovereignty amid sustained regional hostilities.

    For live updates and more details, click here to watch on CBN News’s YouTube channel.

     

II. Tech Trends: Updates on emerging technology trends shaping the digital world.

  • Siri’s big ChatGPT upgrade is here — for better and worse

  • The upcoming iOS 18.2 update integrates ChatGPT with Siri, allowing for more complex responses and enhanced Visual Intelligence. By processing requests via ChatGPT, Siri moves beyond basic search functions. Visual Intelligence, a Google Lens-style feature, enables users to analyze images for suggestions, from cocktails to home repairs. Although this new Siri has limitations, like occasional “hallucinated” answers, it’s a step forward. Apple’s AI integration aims for more practical uses, evolving toward in-app assistance by 2025.

    For further details, click here to read more.

     

III. Inspiration: Articles centered on faith that offer guidance and reflection.

  • How modern tech is reconstructing ancient biblical texts

  • Joey McCollum, a PhD candidate at the Australian Catholic University’s Institute for Religion and Critical Inquiry, won ACU’s Three Minute Thesis Final for his innovative adaptation of genetic analysis software to restore handwritten manuscripts, notably the New Testament, to their original states. McCollum’s approach, stemming from his background in software engineering, leverages methods from evolutionary biology to correct human errors in ancient texts, a breakthrough for textual criticism that goes beyond biblical studies. His work allows researchers to retrieve lost layers of meaning, influencing modern interpretations and printed editions of works like the Bible. McCollum’s success highlights the intersection of humanities and science, showing that disciplines like biblical studies can have practical applications and contribute to other fields. His win qualifies him for the Virtual Asia-Pacific 3MT Semi-Final Showcase, where he hopes to advance further.

    For more on McCollum’s innovative approach to textual restoration, click here to read more.

     
     

IV. Cyber Safety: A focus on the latest cybersecurity threats, tips, or breaches impacting individuals and organizations.

  • China hacks Verizon to target Trump/Vance communications, new report says

  • Chinese-affiliated hackers, reportedly part of the APT group “Salt Typhoon,” infiltrated U.S. telecom infrastructure and potentially accessed call records of former President Donald Trump, Senator JD Vance, and members of Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign. The breach, involving Verizon, poses national security concerns, with risks of data on call details and message logs being exposed. The FBI and CISA are actively investigating, collaborating with telecoms to contain the threat and strengthen defenses as Election Day approaches.

    For more on the security breach and its implications, click here to read more.

V. Shield of Israel: Coverage from The Jerusalem Post, providing an Israeli perspective on ongoing conflicts.

  • Israel confirms it has struck Iran, as explosions rock Tehran

  • Israel has launched a significant airstrike on Iran, with multiple explosions reported in Tehran, Karaj, and Shiraz early Saturday, in what the IDF confirmed as a retaliation for recent Iranian missile attacks. Over 100 aircraft, including F-35s, targeted military installations, with Israel avoiding nuclear or oil-related sites. The U.S. was informed but did not participate in the operation, which also involved parallel strikes in Syria, Gaza, and Iraq, targeting Iranian-linked groups. Amid Iranian denials and widespread internet outages, Israel remains on high alert, closely monitoring regional responses.

    For more details on Israel’s latest strategic offensive, click here to read more.

     
THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/24/24

THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 10/24/24

by | Oct 24, 2024 | Defense, Information Security, Information Technology, Operation Northern Arrows, Operation Swords of Iron, THE DAILY PRAETORIAN

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Securing Tomorrow: Your Daily Dose of Cyber Safety, Tech Trends, National Defense News, and Inspiration.

“Nobody cares how much you know, until they know how much you care.”

 

-Theodore Roosevelt

I. National Defense: Key developments in national defense, particularly cyber and technological warfare.

  • JJ DID TIE BUCKLEE? Marine Corps adds ‘E’ for ‘Empathy’ to list of leadership traits

  • The Marine Corps has officially updated its leadership traits by adding “empathy” to the classic “JJ DID TIE BUCKLE” acronym, making it “JJ DID TIE BUCKLEE.” This addition reflects a growing recognition of empathy—defined as the ability to understand the emotions and experiences of others—as a critical leadership quality. The change was noted in the Marine Corps’ Sustaining the Transformation and Leading Marines publications. Marine Corps spokesman Lt. Col. Joshua Benson emphasized that empathy has always been a part of Marine culture and leadership, stating that this formal acknowledgment simply puts on paper what Marines have practiced for 249 years. The update builds on discussions from a 2020 Marine Corps University study that highlighted empathy’s importance in leadership, though it’s not a “touchy-feely” concept but one that enables leaders to see situations from their Marines’ perspectives.

    For more on the Marine Corps’ leadership updates and the role of empathy, click here to read more.

     

II. Tech Trends: Updates on emerging technology trends shaping the digital world.

  • Departing OpenAI leader says no company is ready for AGI

  • Miles Brundage, OpenAI’s senior adviser for AGI readiness, announced his departure with a stark warning: neither OpenAI nor the world is prepared for artificial general intelligence (AGI). Brundage emphasized that even within OpenAI leadership, this lack of preparedness is acknowledged. His exit highlights concerns over the company’s shift from its original mission towards commercialization, especially as it faces pressure to transition into a public benefit corporation. Brundage’s departure follows other high-profile exits, including Jan Leike and cofounder Ilya Sutskever, who also cited concerns over the prioritization of products over safety research. Brundage, who expressed frustrations with constraints on research freedom, now plans to contribute to global AI governance from outside OpenAI, while the company has offered support for his future work.

    For more insights into OpenAI’s AGI safety challenges and Brundage’s departure, click here to read more.

     

III. Inspiration: Articles centered on faith that offer guidance and reflection.

  • NFL Wife Posts Emotional Video of Husband Reading Proverbs 31 over Her and Newborn

  • Chanen Johnson, wife of New Orleans Saints player Juwan Johnson, shared a heartwarming video where her husband reads Proverbs 31 to her while she holds their newborn in the hospital bed. Juwan praised her by reading, “Many women have done noble deeds, but you surpass them all,” reflecting his deep respect for her. In the post, Juwan expressed his desire to lead his daughters by example, with a focus on faith. Earlier, Chanen posted about Juwan reading Scripture to calm her before giving birth, which she described as her “easiest birth yet.” Juwan frequently shares his Christian faith publicly, noting in an interview that he values seeking God’s face over constantly asking for favors, emphasizing “Salvation over circumstances.”

    For more on Juwan Johnson’s faith and family journey, click here to read more.

     
     

IV. Cyber Safety: A focus on the latest cybersecurity threats, tips, or breaches impacting individuals and organizations.

  • First credible ransomware variant detected for Macs: creeping evolution spells danger

  • Researchers from two cybersecurity firms are analyzing a new macOS malware sample, dubbed “NotLockBit,” that exhibits credible file-locking and data exfiltration capabilities. This malware targets both Intel Macs and Apple silicon Macs using the Rosetta emulation software. Discovered by Trend Micro in October 2024, the malware is being actively developed, with its origins separate from the notorious LockBit gang, despite adopting its name. Written in Go language, NotLockBit collects system information, exfiltrates data to remote servers, and uses asymmetric encryption to lock users’ files. Although Apple’s TCC protections require user consent for certain actions, researchers expect future versions to attempt bypassing these safeguards. While macOS ransomware remains rare, NotLockBit marks a significant development in ransomware threats for Mac users, though no victims or distribution methods have been identified yet.

    For more on the evolving NotLockBit ransomware and its potential impact on macOS security, click here to read more.

V. Shield of Israel: Coverage from The Jerusalem Post, providing an Israeli perspective on ongoing conflicts.

  • Editor’s Notes: The surge of October 8 Jews and the new wave of Jewish reconnection – comment

  • In the aftermath of the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, a growing number of North American Jews, known as “October 8th Jews,” are rediscovering their Jewish identity. These individuals, many of whom had distanced themselves from Jewish life and community, are now seeking deeper connections with their heritage, faith, and Israel. Jewish institutions are seeing an unprecedented surge in engagement, with synagogues, community centers, and organizations reporting record participation. This renewed interest spans all age groups, with many feeling compelled to reconnect with their Jewish roots in both spiritual and tangible ways. As the Jewish world grapples with rising antisemitism and division, the upcoming Jewish Federations of North America General Assembly aims to address these challenges and foster unity, offering a platform for these “October 8th Jews” to find their place in the broader community.

    For more on the resurgence of Jewish identity and community engagement, click here to read more.

     

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