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What Makes a Good Cryptographic Random Number Generator?
July 15, 2025
Unpredictability isn't something we look forward to, except when it comes to Cryptographic Random Number Generators (CRNG), where it is sought for in all forms, alongside statistical randomness and resistance to cryptanalytic attacks. This article explains the differences between generators and what makes for a solid one.
QR Codes: Think before you Scan
January 14, 2025
QR codes are everywhere, from menus to tickets, but they’re not always safe. A new scam called quishing hides malicious links in innocent-looking QR codes, putting your data at risk the moment you scan. Here’s how to spot fake QR codes and protect your phone, wallet, and identity.
Case Study: Promoting Digital Inclusion in Jordan
December 31, 2024
Digital inclusion is crucial for equitable development in Jordan. Despite a high internet rate, disparities persist. Haitham Dahboor takes us in a journey to discover the process, challenges and outputs behind a new policy memo to enhance the Jordan's Digital Inclusion Policy, suggesting practical steps and incorporating global insights to ensure equitable digital access.
JOSA: Open Technologies will Boost Jordan’s Digital Transformation Efforts
July 11, 2021
The Jordan Open Source Association (JOSA) welcomed the Council of Ministers acceptance of the National Strategy for Digital Transformation which considers open source software to be one of the digital transformation technologies. The strategy also adopts several points which will enable the creation of the infrastructure required for digital transformation, such as open data and open APIs.
Where JOSA's impact lies
Open Source Software
Modern IT infrastructure relies on open source software, that’s a fact. JOSA advocates for its adoption across the local technology sector, and encourages software developers to contribute to open source projects to improve their skills.
Open Source Hardware
JOSA believes that open source hardware can accelerate innovation, give access to manufacturing in low-resource settings, and enable creativity and collaboration.
Open Internet
We believe that the Internet should remain open and accessible for everyone, with no technical, legal, or physical barriers to devices, network, and content.
Privacy
JOSA believes that information that is personal should be afforded legal and technological protections. Technology should be used for good, and not exploit our data for power and profit. JOSA pushes for legislation that protects users’ data, promotes strong encryption, and limits mass surveillance.
Digital Security
The Internet should be a safe space for everyone. JOSA believes that awareness of digital safety practices should be widespread, and digital security help should be made available for everyone without discrimination.
Open Knowledge
JOSA holds that knowledge should be freely and universally accessible. We also recognise the need to increase the availability of knowledge online in the Arabic language.
Open Government
JOSA pushes for more transparency in government through the release of open government data, improving access to government information, and releasing data and content under an open government license. We believe an open government improves accountability and is a driver to economic growth.
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