To learn about their upcoming presentation at BCNET Connect 2024, we recently met with UBC IT cybersecurity experts Scott Baker and Kevin Radford to explore how they are delving into the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity, shedding light on both its potential and the…
At the heart of any organization's success lies effective communication and collaboration across its various departments. Here at UBC, our Advanced Research Computing (ARC) team is dedicated to not only supporting technology solutions and research but also ensuring seamless communication with the…
UBC IT is excited to highlight one of the upcoming presentations at BCNET Connect 2024 from our very own Matthew Ellis and Aaron Heck from the UBC Cybersecurity team: Demystifying Cybersecurity Risk in Projects. The session is an insightful exploration into the landscape of cybersecurity…
Emilyn Sim, a co-op student at UBC IT pursuing a degree in Computer Science, recently participated in the cmd-f Hackathon that had significant personal importance: gender diversity in tech. Alongside her teammates Sholpan Sapargaliyeva, Antonia Tykei, and Jessie Lavery, she joined cmd-f, a…
In today's digital landscape, safeguarding sensitive information through privacy and information security measures is paramount. To address this proactively, we have established the Privacy Matters Champions Network, a community-driven movement aimed at promoting a culture of responsibility and…
On March 2, 2024, the UBC Cloud Innovation Centre (CIC) hosted its inaugural CIC Hackathon for students: a day of collaboration and creative problem-solving centered around themes of cloud computing and generative AI. Held in-person at Sauder Learning Labs, the Hackathon was a resounding success…
In honor of International Women's Day, we are delighted to spotlight Laleh Mosadegh, Director of Project Delivery, a remarkable leader at UBC IT, who has dedicated 12 years to shaping the future of technology and innovation of the department. Her journey is an inspiring testament to…
As we near the end of Black History Month, it is essential to highlight what the future of IT looks like for Black students here at UBC. A remarkable individual who stands out is Aaliyah Awolesi, a Beyond Tomorrow Scholar at UBC who is enrolled in a Cognitive Systems interdisciplinary program…
Within the vast landscape of UBC IT, it's easy to miss out on project updates from our teams across the department. That’s why our UBC IT Communications team is dedicated to closing this gap by proactively connecting with our broader UBC IT community and seeking insights into their current…
UBC’s myDNS Open-resolvers on the internet with IP addresses 137.82.1.1 and 142.103.1.1 will be disabled on March 22, 2024. What is myDNS? myDNS is the UBC system that manages domain names and IP addresses for DNS services. The Evolution of myDNS Originally…
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