In April 2022, the CIA decided to swipe right on Nand Mulchandani, appointing him as its first-ever Chief Technology Officer. It was a good look for the CIA. Mulchandani, who previously served as the CTO and acting director of the Defense Department’s Joint Artificial Intelligence Center, is something of a rare breed in Washington. Before…
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OpenAI presents its preferred version of AI regulation in a new ‘blueprint’
OpenAI on Monday published what it’s calling an “economic blueprint” for AI: a living document that lays out policies the company thinks it can build on with the U.S. government and its allies. The blueprint, which includes a forward from Chris Lehane, OpenAI’s VP of global affairs, asserts that the U.S. must act to attract…
Global Security News
Cloud Attackers Exploit Max-Critical Aviatrix RCE Flaw
The security vulnerability tracked as CVE-2024-50603, which rates 10 out of 10 on the CVSS scale, enables unauthenticated remote code execution on affected systems, which cyberattackers are using to plant malware.
Gaming, Global Security News, Security
Stolen Path of Exile 2 admin account used to hack player accounts
Path of Exile 2 developers confirmed that a hacked admin account allowed a threat actor to change the password and access at least 66 accounts, finally explaining how PoE 2 accounts have been breached since November. […]
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HHS Proposes Major Overhaul of HIPAA Security Rule in the Wake of Change Healthcare Breach
The new rules come in the wake of the Change Healthcare breach, which exposed the electronic personal health information of about 100 million Americans. The post HHS Proposes Major Overhaul of HIPAA Security Rule in the Wake of Change Healthcare Breach appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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SK Telecom launches new on-demand AI cloud service SKT GPUaaS
South Korean telecoms provider SK Telecom (SKT) has launched an on-demand AI cloud service called SKT GPUaaS at its AI Data Center (AIDC) in Seoul.
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FunkSec: A New Ransomware Group Buoyed by AI
A new ransomware group called FunkSec claimed 85 victims in December but its members appear to be lesser-skilled hackers using generative AI and inflated attack numbers to bolster their capabilities and reputation, according to Check Point researchers. The post FunkSec: A New Ransomware Group Buoyed by AI appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Biden administration unveils export controls on AI models, chips
The post Biden administration unveils export controls on AI models, chips appeared first on CyberScoop.
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Experimenting with Stealer Logs in Have I Been Pwned
TL;DR — Email addresses in stealer logs can now be queried in HIBP to discover which websites they’ve had credentials exposed against. Individuals can see this by verifying their address using the notification service and organisations monitoring domains can pull a list back via a new API. Nasty stuff, stealer logs. I’ve written about them and…
Global Security News, Malware, Security, Technology Industry
Hotel chain ditches Google search for DuckDuckGo — ‘subjected to fraud attempts daily’
At the end of 2021, Nordic Choice Hotels, now renamed Strawberry, was hit by a major ransomware attack that paralyzed operations for just over a week. Everything had to be done manually, says Martin Belak, who is responsible for the hotel chain’s technical security. “The receptionists worked with whiteboards to keep track of which rooms…
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Govt and NBN Co to upgrade remaining network to full fibre for A$3.8B
Australian government owned fibre network wholesaler NBN Co will upgrade the remaining FTTN (fibre to the node) network across Australia, using A$800 million of its own funds plus a commitment of up to A$3 billion from the government.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are slamming Meta over its fact-checking policy
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have joined the ranks of those displeased with Meta’s changes to fact-checking and have released a statement saying that the changes “directly underminds free speech.” “Meta’s changes to its ‘Hateful Content Policies’ do not protect free expression but instead foster an environment where abuse and hate speech silence and threaten…
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Top New York VC Ben Lerer says more mid-sized VC firms are heading for failure
Ben Lerer, managing partner of one of New York’s most prestigious seed-stage venture firms, Lerer Hippeau, shared some predictions with Fortune’s Leo Schwartz. He believes venture firms will continue to see a bifurcation as money pours mostly into top funds like Thrive and a16z, as well as into smaller more bespoke funds. “Where you go…
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The first AI chip startup to go public in 2025 will be Blaize
Blaize, an AI chip manufacturer founded by former Intel engineers, is set to IPO on the NASDAQ on January 14. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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US attacks ransomware supply chain with indictment of three cryptocurrency mixer operators
The US Department of Justice indicted three Russian citizens on Friday for allegedly running services that helped criminals launder cryptocurrency; the services are suspected to have been used to hide the proceeds of ransomware attacks. The US Department of Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) had previously sanctioned the two cryptocurrency mixer services the…
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Microsoft: macOS bug lets hackers install malicious kernel drivers
Apple recently addressed a macOS vulnerability that allows attackers to bypass System Integrity Protection (SIP) and install malicious kernel drivers by loading third-party kernel extensions. […]
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Pastor’s “dream” crypto scheme alleged to be a multi-million dollar scam
Imagine trusting your pastor with your savings, only to find out he’s running a crypto scam. Read more in my article on the Hot for Security blog.
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Trump and others want to ramp up cyber offense, but there’s plenty of doubt about the idea
In recent months, incoming Trump administration national security adviser Mike Waltz and some lawmakers have suggested that in response to Chinese cyber breaches, the United States needs to prioritize taking more aggressive offensive actions in cyberspace rather than emphasizing defense. It’s been said before. And it’s easier said than done. Experts that spoke with reporters…
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Hackers exploit critical Aviatrix Controller RCE flaw in attacks
Threat actors are exploiting a critical remote command execution vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-50603, in Aviatrix Controller instances to install backdoors and crypto miners. […]
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A new campaign aims to safeguard social media from billionaires using Bluesky’s underlying tech
As Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg continue to reshape the social media space, a group of international tech entrepreneurs and advocates has launched a campaign to protect social media from the control and influence of billionaires. The initiative, Free Our Feeds, aims to protect Bluesky’s underlying technology, the AT Protocol, and leverage it to create…
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‘Free Our Feeds’ campaign aims to billionaire-proof Bluesky’s tech
As Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg continue to reshape the social media space, a group of international tech entrepreneurs and advocates has launched a campaign to protect social media from the control and influence of billionaires. The initiative, Free Our Feeds, aims to protect Bluesky’s underlying technology, the AT Protocol, and leverage it to create…
Global Security News
Cyberattackers Hide Infostealers in YouTube Comments, Google Search Results
Threat actors are targeting people searching for pirated or cracked software with fake downloaders that include infostealing malware such as Lumma and Vidar.
Global Security News
Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Clearwater Analytics, Universal Music Group and more in the latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom.
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Network Configuration and Change Management Best Practices
Managing network configurations and changes is a critical component of modern IT operations, ensuring organizations maintain security, operational efficiency, and business continuity. In today’s fast-paced and complex technology environments, even… The post Network Configuration and Change Management Best Practices appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Raspberry AI raises $24M from a16z to accelerate fashion design
The world of fashion is moving at a faster pace each year. Most retailers introduce new styles each season, and fast-fashion companies like Shein, H&M and Zara update their collections continuously. To keep pace with the rapid demand for new styles, brands and manufacturers have been turning to tech to accelerate their design process. Raspberry…
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A 24-year-old who exited his first company to Coinbase, raises $3M for his next venture
At 24 years old, Pryce Yebesi already has one exit: selling his crypto invoicing company Utopia Labs to Coinbase for an undisclosed amount. Some founders don’t just have one company in them. On Monday, Yebesi announced the launch of his new company, OpenLedger, which embeds automated accounting software into products enterprises and small businesses already…
Global Security News, Security
UK domain registry Nominet confirms breach via Ivanti zero-day
Nominet, the official .UK domain registry and one of the largest country code registries, has confirmed that its network was breached two weeks ago using an Ivanti VPN zero-day vulnerability. […]
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Clearwater agrees to buy investment management platform Enfusion for $1.5B
Clearwater Analytics, a company developing accounting, compliance, and risk reporting tools for asset managers, said on Monday it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire investment management platform Enfusion for $1.5 billion. Clearwater, which says it has obtained an $800 million loan to fund the transaction, along with a $200 million revolving line of…
AI, chips, Global IT News, Global Security News, Government & Policy, Hardware, nvidia
Biden administration proposes sweeping new restrictions on exporting AI chips
With a week left in office, President Joe Biden introduced a new set of guidelines and restrictions for exporting U.S.-made AI chips. On Monday the administration announced its Interim Final Rule on AI diffusion. This ruling is meant to “provide clarity to allied and partner nations about how they can benefit from AI” and streamline…
Global Security News, Security Bloggers Network
How to generate safe, useful test data for Amazon Redshift
Amazon Redshift enables massive data warehousing capabilities, but creating quality mock data designed to mimic data stored in Redshift comes with significant challenges. Here are the problems involved and tools you need to tackle each with expertise. The post How to generate safe, useful test data for Amazon Redshift appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Global Security News
Telefonica Breach Exposes Jira Tickets, Customer Data
The Hellcat ransomware group has stolen roughly 5,000 documents, potentially containing confidential information, from the telecom giant’s internal database.
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How to create realistic test data for Databricks with Tonic
Learn how to create realistic test data for Databricks with Tonic’s latest integration! Yes, you read that right: We’re the only data masking and synthesis platform to offer a native streamlined Databricks integration. The post How to create realistic test data for Databricks with Tonic appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Biden admin snubs Tesla’s $100 million big-rig charging funding request — again
The Department of Transportation announced Friday another $636 million in funding that will be awarded to 49 applicants for electric vehicle charging infrastructure — and Tesla’s application for nearly $100 million to fund a big rig charging corridor was once again passed over. Tesla’s name was not among the list of recipients released, and its partner…
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New scams prevention framework puts the onus on enterprises to protect their customers
GUEST OPINION: Australia recently became one of the first countries in the world to mandate that large enterprises make a sustained effort to prevent scams in the digital realm and take steps to protect consumers from such crimes.
Global Security News
Russian Malware Campaign Hits Central Asian Diplomatic Files
Diplomatic entities in Kazakhstan and Central Asia have been targeted by UAC-0063 using weaponized Word docs deploying HATVIBE malware
Global Security News, Security Bloggers Network
How to create realistic, safe, document-based test data for MongoDB
Safely generating NoSQL test data designed to mirror existing document collections entails significant challenges when data privacy and data utility are at stake. Here’s what you need to know to successfully de-identify and synthesize your data in MongoDB. The post How to create realistic, safe, document-based test data for MongoDB appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Xiaohongshu, China’s answer to Instagram, hits no. 1 on the App Store as TikTok faces US shutdown
On the heels of TikTok’s looming shut down on January 19 over its ownership in the U.S. (unless the Supreme Court intervenes), it looks like another Chinese app is catching some attention. American users are flocking Chinese short-form video app Xiaohongshu (known as RedNote in English). The app today surged to the number-one spot for…
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Logicalis Australia achieves Elite MSP Partner status with Commvault MSP Partner Program
COMPANY NEWS: Logicalis Australia, a leading provider of global IT solutions and managed services, has announced that it has attained Elite MSP Partner status within the Commvault Managed Service Provider (MSP) Partner Program.
Global Security News
PHP for E-Commerce APIs: The Secret Weapon for Marketplace Onboarding
GUEST OPINION: Creating an e-commerce API is no small feat. It’s the backbone of a marketplace, connecting users, managing products, processing payments, and keeping everything secure. And all while making sure it has good performance. Enter PHP, a programming language with a long history in web development and an ecosystem tailored for e-commerce solutions. If…
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Blue Origin delays launch of New Glenn mega-rocket
Jeff Bezos’ space company Blue Origin postponed the inaugural launch of its first orbital rocket, New Glenn, early Monday morning after experiencing an unspecified issue with one of the vehicle’s subsystems. While delays like this happen all the time in spaceflight, this one once again puts the timing of the much-anticipated launch in question. According…
Global Security News
Apple Faces $1.8 Billion Lawsuit in U.K. Court Over App Store
Lawyers representing the class action said that Apple excluded potential rivals from competing for customers on devices running its iOS operating system by forcing developers to sell their apps exclusively through its own App Store and charging commissions of 30% for purchases.
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What is Breach Readiness?
While many organizations devote countless resources to stopping attacks at the perimeter, today’s threat landscape calls for a different mindset. The concept of breach readiness begins with acknowledging the likelihood of an incident, then building robust methods to contain and mitigate the damage. Such an approach includes not just technology but also the policies and…
Cloud, Global Security News, Security
Ransomware abuses Amazon AWS feature to encrypt S3 buckets
A new ransomware campaign encrypts Amazon S3 buckets using AWS’s Server-Side Encryption with Customer Provided Keys (SSE-C) known only to the threat actor, demanding ransoms to receive the decryption key. […]
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Moody’s agrees to acquire Cape Analytics, which develops geospatial AI for insurance providers
Financial services firm Moody’s announced on Monday that it has agreed to acquire Cape Analytics, a geospatial AI startup, for an undisclosed sum. The deal, which is expected to close in Q1, subject to customary closing conditions, will give Moody’s access to Cape’s geospatial AI analytics technology for insurance underwriting. With the tech, Moody’s plans…
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eBay acquires Caramel to reduce risk and complexity of online car sales
E-commerce giant eBay has announced plans to acquire Caramel, a startup that helps car sellers and buyers complete the final steps of the transaction — including verification, financing, paperwork, ownership transfer, insurance, and more. Founded out of Los Angeles in 2021, Caramel formally launched last year with some $19 million in funding behind it, from…
Global IT News, Global Security News
T-Mobile to acquire Vistar Media
US mobile network operator T‑Mobile has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Vistar Media, a provider of technology solutions for digital-out-of-home (DOOH) advertisements.
Global Security News
The Shifting Landscape of Open Source Security
By focusing on vigilant security practices, responsible AI deployment, and alignment with global regulatory standards, the OSS community can make 2025 a transformative year for security.
Exploits, Global Security News, privacy roundup, Security Bloggers Network
Privacy Roundup: Week 2 of Year 2025
This is a news item roundup of privacy or privacy-related news items for 5 JAN 2025 – 11 JAN 2025. Information and summaries provided here are as-is for warranty purposes. Note: You may see some traditional “security” content mixed-in here due to the close relationship between online privacy and cybersecurity – many things may overlap;…
Global Security News
Microsoft 365 MFA Outage Fixed
Microsoft confirmed an outage of its multi-factor authentication system impacting access to Microsoft 365, causing login failures and service disruption
Global IT News, Global Security News
FirstWave extends and expands Telmex agreement
Australian-listed global network management and cybersecurity software group FirstWave Cloud Technology has announced that it has secured an extension and uplift to its technology support agreement with Latin America’s leading telecommunications group, Telmex.
business, channel, Emerging Tech, Global Security News, News and Trends, services, US Channel News
Accenture Releases New Report on AI and Autonomy
Global professional services company Accenture made several announcements to coincide with CES 2025. Among these announcements is the release of the Technology Vision 2025 research report, which highlighted AI and autonomy as key areas of development this year. According to the report, leaders in 2025 should “prepare for an imminent world in which AI is…
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Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is leaving following app update disaster
Some changes at Sonos. Patrick Spence, the company’s chief executive officer (pictured above), is leaving the company after eight years in the job. Tom Conrad, the co-founder of Pandora and a Sonos board member, is stepping in as interim CEO starting today. 2024 has been a complicated year for the speaker manufacturer. The company released…
Artificial Intelligence, Global Security News
Sicherheitsmängel gefährden DNA-Sequenziergeräte
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Exploits, Global Security News
Hackers Exploit Aviatrix Controller Vulnerability to Deploy Backdoors and Crypto Miners
A recently disclosed critical security flaw impacting the Aviatrix Controller cloud networking platform has come under active exploitation in the wild to deploy backdoors and cryptocurrency miners. Cloud security firm Wiz said it’s currently responding to “multiple incidents” involving the weaponization of CVE-2024-50603 (CVSS score: 10.0), a maximum severity bug that could result in
Global Security News
Sonos Says CEO Patrick Spence Is Stepping Down
Sonos Chief Executive Patrick Spence is stepping down, ending an eight-year stint as its leader as the company recovers from a botched app launch that hurt its brand.
business, channel, Global IT News, Global Security News, News and Trends, services, US Channel News
Cohesity Expands Cyber Events Response Service with Key Partners
AI-powered data security company Cohesity is expanding its Cyber Events Response Team (CERT) service which will include partnerships with leading incident response (IR) vendors such as Palo Alto Networks Unit 42, Arctic Wolf, Sophos, Fenix24, and Semperis Speed. CERT aims to augment existing processes and capabilities Cohesity’s CERT team, formed in 2021, has specialized IR…
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Bitwarden vs 1Password: Battle of the Best – Who Wins?
Bitwarden and 1Password are two of the top password managers. Find out which password manager is the best for you using this comprehensive comparison.
Global Security News
New Ransomware Group Uses AI to Develop Nefarious Tools
Researchers at Check Point said FunkSec operators appear to use AI for malware development
Canada, corporate cards, expense management, Fintech, float financial, Fundraising, Global IT News, Global Security News, Goldman Sachs, Startups
Float Financial, which aims to be the Brex of Canada, lands US$48.5M Series B
Float Financial, an expense management and corporate card startup focused on the Canadian market, has raised $48.5 million in a Series B funding round. The Toronto-based fintech likens itself to U.S.-based fintech giants Brex and Ramp but says it is different in that its sole focus is on Canadian SMBs, which CEO and co-founder Rob…
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Botnet Threat Update July to December 2024
Overall botnet command control (C&C) activity decreased marginally by -4% between July and December last year. China dominated the Top 20 charts with increased botnet C&C activity across domain registrars and networks, ranking #1 globally for hosting botnet C&C servers. Download the latest report to learn more. The post Botnet Threat Update July to December…
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A breach of a data broker’s trove of location data threatens the privacy of millions
The company confirmed the breach after a hacker posted millions of location data records online. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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UK domain giant Nominet confirms cybersecurity incident linked to Ivanti VPN hacks
Nominet, the U.K. domain registry that maintains .co.uk domains, has experienced a cybersecurity incident that it confirmed is linked to the recent exploitation of a new Ivanti VPN vulnerability. In an email to customers, seen by TechCrunch, Nominet warned of an “ongoing security incident” under investigation. Nominet said hackers accessed its systems via “third-party VPN…
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More money comes to AI healthcare: Qventus nabs $105M at a $400M+ valuation
Healthcare is proving to be one of the more lucrative industries when it comes to building AI solutions to speed up how work is carried out across clinical, research and administrative operations. Today comes one of the latest examples of how that is playing out in terms of venture funding. Qventus, a startup that builds…
Global Security News
⚡ THN Weekly Recap: Top Cybersecurity Threats, Tools and Tips [13 January]
The cyber world’s been buzzing this week, and it’s all about staying ahead of the bad guys. From sneaky software bugs to advanced hacking tricks, the risks are real, but so are the ways to protect yourself. In this recap, we’ll break down what’s happening, why it matters, and what you can do to stay…
Global Security News
WEF Warns of Growing Cyber Inequity Amid Escalating Complexities in Cyberspace
A new WEF report highlighted growing disparities in the cyber capabilities of different types of organizations and regions
Global Security News
Why ‘Cost Avoidance’ Became an AI Buzzword for Holding Down Headcount
Businesses are starting to link their artificial intelligence initiatives with paring back hiring plans, or so-called cost avoidance, in an effort to justify investing in the technology.
Global Security News
Ransomware on ESXi: The mechanization of virtualized attacks
In 2024, ransomware attacks targeting VMware ESXi servers reached alarming levels, with the average ransom demand skyrocketing to $5 million. With approximately 8,000 ESXi hosts exposed directly to the internet (according to Shodan), the operational and business impact of these attacks is profound. Most of the Ransomware strands that are attacking ESXi servers nowadays, are…
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Snowflake Launches One Million Minds + One Platform Program, Investing $20 Million Toward AI Upskilling
Global program aims to train and certify one million students and business professionals in high-growth and emerging markets by 2029 on Snowflake AI Data Cloud, arming them with the knowledge and resources to pursue and expand careers in the tech industry
Global IT News, Global Security News
Why Software Developers Need a Security ‘Rewards Program’
GUEST OPINION: Frequent flyer and other points-based programs reward people who remain loyal to particular brands or organisations.
Global Security News
U.S. Targets China With New AI Curbs, Overriding Nvidia’s Objections
The U.S. is imposing some of its strongest measures yet to limit Chinese advances in AI, aiming to block backdoors in other countries that Beijing could use to access technology.
AI, corweave, Europe, Global Security News
CoreWeave, a $19B AI compute provider, opens its first international data centers in the UK
Coreweave, the $19 billion cloud computing company that provides companies with AI compute resources, has formally opened its first two data centers in the U.K. — its first outside its domestic U.S. market. CoreWeave opened its European headquarters in London last May, shortly after hitting a $19 billion valuation off the back of a $1.1.…
Eugen Rochko, Europe, Global Security News, Mastodon, Social, Social networks
Mastodon announces transition to non-profit structure
Decentralized social network organization Mastodon said Monday that it is planning to create a new non-profit organization in Europe and hand over ownership of entities responsible for key Mastodon ecosystem and platform components. This means one person won’t have control over the entire project. The organization is trying to differentiate itself from social networks controlled…
Global Security News, Microsoft
Microsoft MFA outage blocking access to Microsoft 365 apps
Microsoft is investigating an ongoing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) outage that is blocking customers from accessing Microsoft 365 Office apps. […]
AI and machine learning, Continuous Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Dynamic Cybersecurity, Economically Viable Security Solutions, Global Security News, Proactive Penetration Testing, Security Awareness, Security Boulevard (Original), Social - Facebook, Social - LinkedIn, Social - X
How to Capitalize on 5 Trends Shaping the Future of Pentesting
Continuous testing is a major contributor to cybersecurity that’s so advanced, integrated and proactive that it doesn’t just prevent an attack but wards off attackers altogether. The post How to Capitalize on 5 Trends Shaping the Future of Pentesting appeared first on Security Boulevard.
AI, AI policy, ai safety, Global IT News, Global Security News, Government & Policy, matt clifford, starmer
UK throws its hat into the AI fire
In 2023, the U.K. made a big song and dance about the need to consider the harms of AI, giving itself a leading role in the wider conversation around AI safety. Now, it’s whistling a very different tune: today, the government announced a sweeping plan and a big bet on AI investments to develop what…
Global Security News
Three Russians Charged with Crypto Mixer Money Laundering
Three Russian men have been indicted on money laundering charges connected to cryptocurrency mixers
Artificial Intelligence, Regulation, Security, Exploits, Global Security News
Biden’s final push: Using AI to bolster cybersecurity standards
In a decisive move to strengthen national cybersecurity, President Joe Biden is poised to sign an executive order imposing stringent security standards for federal agencies and contractors. Scheduled for publication in the coming days, the directive will emphasize integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into cyber defense strategies while addressing systemic vulnerabilities in software security, reported Reuters.…
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How Your Digital Footprint Fuels Cyberattacks — and What to Do About It
Where you live, where you jog, what your pet’s name is and which email address you use the most is no longer a secret to cybercriminals. Hackers are exploiting the digital breadcrumbs — your personally identifiable information (PII) — that you leave behind daily to launch their cyber attacks. So what can you do to..…
Global Security News
Telefonica Breach Hits 20,000 Employees and Exposes Jira Details
Telefonica has confirmed a breach of its internal ticketing system exposing more than 236,000 lines of customer data
Business IT Alignment, Careers, CSO and CISO, IT Leadership, IT Strategy, Risk Management, Global Security News
CISOs embrace rise in prominence — with broader business authority
It’s a familiar refrain: As cybersecurity has become a core business priority, it is no longer a siloed operation, and the responsibilities of CISOs have grown, giving them greater prominence within the organization. According to CSO’s 2024 Security Priorities Study, 72% of security decision-makers say their role has grown to include additional responsibilities over the…
Emerging Tech, Global Security News, phishing
Phishing click rates tripled in 2024 despite user training
For years organizations have invested in security awareness training programs to teach employees how to spot and report phishing attempts. Despite those efforts, enterprise users were three times as likely in 2024 to land on phishing pages compared to the previous year, according to a report from security vendor Netskope. Based on telemetry collected from…
Fintech, Global IT News, Global Security News, groww, India, IPO, TC
Groww, India’s biggest trading app, prepares for IPO
Groww, India’s largest retail stockbroker, is positioning itself to file for an IPO in 10-12 months and is seeking a valuation between $6 billion to $8 billion, sources familiar with the matter told TechCrunch, in what would be a landmark listing for the country’s fintech sector. The Bengaluru-headquartered’s listing would be the first IPO by…
Global Security News
WordPress Skimmers Evade Detection by Injecting Themselves into Database Tables
Cybersecurity researchers are warning of a new stealthy credit card skimmer campaign that targets WordPress e-commerce checkout pages by inserting malicious JavaScript code into a database table associated with the content management system (CMS). “This credit card skimmer malware targeting WordPress websites silently injects malicious JavaScript into database entries to steal sensitive payment
Global Security News
Expired Domains Allowed Control Over 4,000 Backdoors on Compromised Systems
No less than 4,000 unique web backdoors previously deployed by various threat actors have been hijacked by taking control of abandoned and expired infrastructure for as little as $20 per domain. Cybersecurity company watchTowr Labs said it pulled off the operation by registering over 40 domain names that the backdoors had been designed to use…
AI, AI Concerns, AI privacy, AI Regulation, AI Trends, Anthropic, ChatGPT, Claude, cyber security, cyber threat, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, data protection, Data Security, Digital Privacy, Episodes, gemini, generative ai, Global Security News, Information Security, infosec, Podcast, Podcasts, privacy, Privacy Policies, Safety in AI, Security, Security Bloggers Network, Tech Ethics, Tech Podcast, Technology, Weekly Edition
AI Privacy Policies: Unveiling the Secrets Behind ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude
Do you ever read the privacy policy of your favorite AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude? In this episode, Scott Wright and Tom Eston discuss the critical aspects of these policies, comparing how each AI engine handles your personal data. They explore the implications of data usage, security, and privacy in AI, with insights…
Artificial Intelligence, Global Security News
Payback-CISO: „Vorbereitung ist das A und O“
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Global Security News, Phishing, Security Practices, Social Engineering
Was ist Social Engineering?
Mit Social-Engineering-Techniken manipulieren Cyberkriminelle die menschliche Psyche. Lesen Sie, wie das funktioniert und wie Sie sich schützen können. Foto: sp3n – shutterstock.com Selbst wenn Sie bei der Absicherung Ihres Rechenzentrums, Ihrer Cloud-Implementierungen und der physischen Sicherheit Ihres Firmengebäudes alle Register ziehen – mit Hilfe von Social Engineering finden gewiefte Cyberkriminelle meistens einen Weg, diese Maßnahmen…
Global IT News, Global Security News
What’s topping CX Leaders’ 2025 New Year’s Resolutions?
COMPANY NEWS by Verint: As the new year begins, CX leaders are setting resolutions to ensure their organisations thrive in 2025.And at a time when customer expectations are both high and uncompromising, some previously nice-to-haves are now business imperatives, most notably technologies that offer agility, intelligence, and the ability to deliver standout customer experiences.
Global IT News, Global Security News
What’s topping CX Leaders’ 2025 New Year’s Resolutions?
By Martyn Riddle, VP Marketing, Asia Pacific at Verint: As the new year begins, CX leaders are setting resolutions to ensure their organisations thrive in 2025. And at a time when customer expectations are both high and uncompromising, some previously nice-to-haves are now business imperatives, most notably technologies that offer agility, intelligence, and the ability…
Biotech & Health, Fundraising, Global IT News, Global Security News, Health, Healthcare
UK in-home healthcare provider Cera raises $150M to expand its AI platform
Around the world, public healthcare systems have struggled to reset post-pandemic, and in particular, the increasingly aged populations in Western countries are putting pressure on services, not least in the UK where ‘NHS in crisis’ is a regular headline in the media. As a result, private companies, many powered with technology, see a gap in…
Global Security News, Weekly update
Weekly Update 434
This week I’m giving a little teaser as to what’s coming with stealer logs in HIBP and in about 24 hours from the time of writing, you’ll be able to see the whole thing in action. This has been a huge amount of work trawling through vast volumes of data and trying to make it…
Apps, Global IT News, Global Security News, Startups, TC, watch duty
Watch Duty was downloaded 2 million times during this week’s LA fires
Fire-tracking app Watch Duty has become a crucial source of information for Los Angeles residents threatened by the ongoing wildfires. As TechCrunch’s Maxwell Zeff explained, the app relies on a network of active and retired firefighters, first responders, official government reports, and volunteer reporters who monitor radio scanners to offer real-time updates on active wildfires.…
Global IT News, Global Security News
Live Awareness AI leader, SenSen, appoints Leah Quintana to ‘drive channel push’
Global smart cities specialist sees significant potential in partnerships and joint go-to-market alliances COMPANY NEWS: SenSen is pleased to announce the appointment of Leah Quintana as its new Head of Strategic Alliances and Channel Partnerships. With a proven track record of success at leading organizations, Leah brings extensive experience in driving strategic initiatives across industries.
Asia Pacific, autonomous vehicles, CES, EVs, Global Security News, TC, Toyota, Transportation, Waymo, zoox
CES 2025: Self-driving cars were everywhere, plus other transportation tech trends
Even before CES 2025 kicked off a few trends began to emerge — or more accurately, some gaps appeared. All U.S. and some European automakers that have helped turn CES into an auto show were absent. Several Chinese automakers filled that void, notably Zeekr, the EV brand owned by China’s Geely Holdings. Wey, a premium…
Global IT News, Global Security News
Nexfibre wholesale network passes 2 million premises in UK
UK fibre network operator Nexfibre has announced that its network has reached a total of two million premises passed and ready for service, and the operator claims it has done so in record time.
Apple, Exploits, Global Security News, Security
Phishing texts trick Apple iMessage users into disabling protection
Cybercriminals are exploiting a trick to turn off Apple iMessage’s built-in phishing protection for a text and trick users into re-enabling disabled phishing links. […]
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Sony Honda Mobility and Qualcomm partner to deliver GenAI for vehicles
Japanese technology JV Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) and smartphone chipmaker Qualcomm have expanded their technology collaboration to integrate the latest generation of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions into SMH’s future AFEELA brand vehicles.
academic papers, Global Security News, publication scams, Scams, Security Bloggers Network, spam
The Vanity Press in Academia
I’ve never been a regular resident of the ivory halls of academia, but Mich Kabay recently made me aware of an article about legitimate scientific journals driven to distraction by being flooded with commentary apparently reflecting a surge in the use of artificial intelligence rather than legitimate research and analysis. The Science article claims that…
Global IT News, Global Security News
Nearly half of Gen Z and Millennials have had their social media passwords hacked
State of Global Authentic(age)ion: A look at cybersecurity habits by generationsNo generations were left untouched when it came to the threat of hackers in 2024: from the impact of political shakeups, to increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks targeting consumers, critical industries and infrastructures, the world was on high alert. Fueled by a dramatic increase in phishing…
entrepreneurs, Found, founder advice, founders, Fundraising, Global IT News, Global Security News, Startups, TC, VCs
Here are the five best pieces of founder advice I learned as a host of Found
After more than two years — and nearly 100 episodes — as a host of TechCrunch’s recently ended Found podcast, I have learned a lot about how founders approach building their startups. I’ve heard stories about how founders know when it is the right time to expand from their core product, to how startups approach…