Cyber-security institute at UNB

A new institute aimed at helping to fight cyber crime has officially been launched at UNB.

The Canadian Institute for Cybersecurity has $4.5 million in funding. Director Ali Ghorbani says the institute will be an umbrella organization where academics of every discipline can collaborate with governments and the private sector to develop solutions to evolving cybersecurity threats. He expects it to become a world leader in fighting international hacking.

Liberals slip slightly in latest poll

The federal Liberals have slipped slightly in the latest poll in Atlantic Canada…but are still very strong.

Corporate Research Associates says 73% of Atlantic Canadians surveyed are satisfied with the performance of the federal Liberals, although the number is little lower for those who would vote liberal…68% which is down from 74% three months ago. 18% chose the Conservatives…up from 16%. The NDP gained the most up 4% from 7% to 11% while the Green Party was unchanged at 3%.