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  • Consumer Prices in Italy – November 2023

    In November 2023, Italy’s National Consumer Price Index (NIC) is estimated to decrease by 0.5% on a monthly basis, with a year-on-year increase of 0.7%, down from the previous month’s 1.7% (preliminary estimate was 0.8%). The deceleration in inflation is primarily attributed to energy prices, both regulated (from -31.7% to -34.9%) and unregulated (from -17.7%…

  • Multiple Vulnerabilities in IBM Products

    In a recent security advisory, France’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-FR) highlighted several vulnerabilities affecting various IBM products. These vulnerabilities pose significant risks, including remote denial of service, remote arbitrary code execution, and privilege escalation. The affected products include IBM Db2 versions 11.1.4.x and 11.5.x (without the latest security patches), IBM AIX versions 7.2 and…

  • 28% Women Representation in the Professoriate in Germany, 2022

    At the outset of academic careers, women are slightly overrepresented; however, their presence steadily declines as they progress through the academic hierarchy. According to the latest data from the Statistical Federal Office (Destatis), women dominate among first-year students and successful graduates in the academic year 2022/2023, accounting for 52% and 53%, respectively. However, this majority…

  • Labor Market Position After Entering Unemployment Benefits (WW), 2019-2020 in the Netherlands

    The latest set of tables sheds light on the labor market positions of individuals entering the Unemployment Benefits (WW) system in the Netherlands for the years 2019 and 2020. Providing insights into the speed at which various groups of individuals, recipients of unemployment benefits, secure new employment and exit the WW system, these tables offer…

  • Canada’s Wholesale Trade Dips and Climbs Across Industries in October 2023

    In the latest economic snapshot, Canada’s wholesale trade numbers for October 2023 show a bit of a mixed bag. The overall wholesale trade sector (NAICS 41) held steady at 130.31 billion dollars. However, when you zoom in, some sectors saw shifts. Excluding oilseed and grain (NAICS 41112) took a slight dip to 126.78 billion dollars,…

  • Italy – consumer prices

    In November 2023, the National Consumer Price Index (NIC), excluding tobacco, is estimated to decrease by 0.5% on a monthly basis. On an annual basis, there is a 0.7% increase compared to +1.7% in the previous month (preliminary estimate was +0.8%). The deceleration in the inflation rate is primarily attributed to the prices of Energy,…

  • Quarterly Report: Prices in the Service Sector in Spain (Third Quarter 2023)

    The National Institute of Statistics (INE) has released the latest press release on the Price Indices for the Service Sector (IPS) for the third quarter of 2023 in Spain. Here are the key highlights: Passenger Air Transport: Telecommunications: This report provides a detailed insight into the price variations in these key sectors during the third…

  • Insights into Christmas Preparations and Social Trends in Great Britain

    The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has released the latest findings from the Opinions and Lifestyle Survey, providing a snapshot of public sentiments and trends in Great Britain from November 29 to December 10, 2023. Here are the main points: Christmas Plans: Financial Concerns: Coping with Higher Living Costs: Home Comfort and Energy Bills: The…

  • Security Alert: Vulnerability in Microsoft Azure Discovered by CERT-FR

    CERT-FR has issued an advisory regarding a security vulnerability found in Microsoft Azure. Key details of the alert are as follows: Reference: CERTFR-2023-AVI-1032 Risk: Security policy bypass Affected Systems: Summary: A vulnerability has been identified in Microsoft Azure, allowing an attacker to bypass security policies. https://www.cert.ssi.gouv.fr/avis/CERTFR-2023-AVI-1032/

  • Multiple Vulnerabilities Identified in Google Chrome, Users Urged to Update

    The French Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-FR) has issued an advisory regarding multiple vulnerabilities found in Google Chrome. Key details of the alert are as follows: Reference: CERTFR-2023-AVI-1031 Risk: Unspecified by the publisher Affected Systems: Summary: Several vulnerabilities have been discovered in Google Chrome, allowing an attacker to exploit unspecified security issues. Solution: Users are…

  • Netherlands Population Projected to Reach Nearly 18 Million in 2024, 19 Million by 2037

    According to the Population Forecast 2023–2070 released by Statistics Netherlands (CBS), the Dutch population is expected to continue growing, albeit at a slower pace than in recent years. Anticipated to reach 18 million inhabitants in 2024, the Netherlands is projected to hit the 19 million mark by 2037. The growth is primarily attributed to migration…

  • Agreement on Fishing Opportunities for 2024 Reached by EU Member States

    Today, the member states of the European Union (EU) have reached an agreement on fishing opportunities for marine fisheries in 2024. The agreement outlines the allowable catch for various fish stocks in the EU member states. Highlights: The outcomes of these negotiations play a crucial role in shaping the fishing industry’s activities and sustainability measures…

  • National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) Reports Record-High Financially Motivated Cyber Activity in New Zealand

    The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in New Zealand has released its annual Cyber Threat Report, highlighting a record-high 28% of cyber incidents as likely criminal or financially motivated. This surpasses state-sponsored activity, accounting for 23% this financial year compared to 34% in the previous year. Key Points: https://www.ncsc.govt.nz/news/record-high-financially-motivated-cyber-activity/

  • Foreign Direct Investments in Sweden 2022 – Assets and Returns

    Sweden’s Statistical Central Bureau (SCB) has released insights into foreign direct investments for 2022, focusing on assets and returns. Key highlights include: Returns on Direct Investments: Increase in Direct Investment Assets: Sectoral Contributions: Country and Sector-specific Assets: Currency Impact: https://www.scb.se/hitta-statistik/statistik-efter-amne/betalningsbalans-och-utlandsstallning/betalningsbalans-och-utlandsstallning/betalningsbalansen-bop/pong/statistiknyhet/direktinvesteringar-2022–tillgangar-och-avkastning/

  • Mortality Figures in Germany for November 2023 Up by +1% Within the Mid-Range of Previous Years

    November 2023 saw an estimated 88,017 deaths in Germany, aligning closely with the mid-range (median) of 2019-2022 (+1%). Weekly figures at the start of the month slightly exceeded the average (+4%). The comparison accounts for a new seasonal pattern linked to ongoing respiratory disease prevalence from the COVID-19 pandemic. Compared to November 2019, mortality in…

  • Australia’s Monthly Business Turnover: October 2023 Overview

    The latest Monthly Business Turnover Indicator for October 2023, derived from Australian Taxation Office Business Activity Statements, reveals insights into business performance. In seasonally adjusted terms: https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/economy/business-indicators/monthly-business-turnover-indicator/oct-2023

  • Italy’s Regional Well-being Report 2023 Unveiled

    Regional Reports BesT have been launched this year, marking the commencement of a regional series offering an integrated analysis of Well-being indicators across Italian territories. The BesT indicator system, focusing on Italian provinces and metropolitan cities, encompasses a comprehensive set of Fair and Sustainable Well-being (Bes) measures. These are further enriched with additional well-being indicators…

  • Fortinet Issues Urgent Security Advisory: Critical Vulnerabilities in Multiple Products

    Fortinet, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, has released a series of security advisories (AV23-757) addressing critical vulnerabilities across various products. The advisories, issued on December 12, 2023, cover a range of Fortinet offerings, including FortiMail, FortiOS, FortiSwitch, and more. These vulnerabilities could potentially expose systems to security threats, making it imperative for users and…

  • Microsoft Releases Critical Security Updates – Cyber Security Advisory

    In a recent security advisory (AV23-758), the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security has highlighted critical security updates released by Microsoft on December 12, 2023. These updates are designed to address vulnerabilities across a range of Microsoft products, including Windows 10 and 11, Windows Server, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft Dynamics, spanning multiple platforms. Key Details: Security…

  • Greenhouse Gas Emissions Decrease by 9% in the Netherlands in Q3 2023

    In the third quarter of 2023, the Netherlands witnessed a remarkable 9% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to the same period in 2022, according to the preliminary quarterly data released by CBS and RIVM/Emissieregistratie. The decline is predominantly attributed to a 37% decrease in CO2 emissions from the electricity sector, driven by a substantial…