The bipartisan bill comes amid concerns that the application allows China to see user data.
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Spanish Police Arrest Suspected NATO and US Army Hacker
Spain’s National Police force has arrested a suspected data thief who targeted government and military victims
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Newgen named a ‘Leader’ in a content platforms report by an independent research firm
COMPANY NEWS: Newgen Software, a global provider of AI-enabled digital transformation platforms, has been recognized as a ‘Leader’ in the Forrester Wave: Content Platforms, Q1 2025, authored by Cheryl McKinnon.
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Avelios nabs $31M led by Sequoia to fix the ailing world of healthcare IT
The race is on to build a new generation of healthcare software to replace legacy hospital systems that in some cases may not have been updated in decades. A startup out of Munich, Germany called Avelios has ambitions to build a new kind of end-to-end administrative system, leaning into more modern tooling using AI and…
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Cisco Patches Critical ISE Vulnerabilities Enabling Root CmdExec and PrivEsc
Cisco has released updates to address two critical security flaws Identity Services Engine (ISE) that could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands and elevate privileges on susceptible devices. The vulnerabilities are listed below – CVE-2025-20124 (CVSS score: 9.9) – An insecure Java deserialization vulnerability in an API of Cisco ISE that could permit an…
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21% of CISOs pressured to not report compliance issues
CISOs are increasingly getting caught between business pressures and regulatory obligations, leaving them struggling to balance corporate loyalty and legal accountability. To wit: One in five (21%) security leaders have been pressured by other executives or board members not to report compliance issues at their companies, according to a recent study by security vendor Splunk.…
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European VC firm Emblem raises $85 million for its initial fund
Emblem, a relatively new European VC firm based in Paris, is announcing the final closing of its first fund. Eighteen months after the first closing, the Emblem team managed to secure €80 million in total (around $85 million at current exchange rates). This is no small feat in the current funding environment. According to Atomico’s…
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Aiming to accelerate product design with AI, Trace.Space raises a Seed round
Modern product engineering requires the production of highly accurate digital simulations, allowing engineers to create prototypes and understand the real-world performance of materials. Currently, legacy software platforms from companies like IBM and Dassault are generally employed, but — now powered by Generative AI — startups are joining the arena. One such is Trace.Space, coming out of…
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The cloud is not your only option: on-prem security still alive and well in Windows Server 2025
We’ve often heard that on-premises solutions are on their way out, but until it’s clear that being completely in the cloud makes sense, we will remain in a long transition period. Nowhere else is this made more evident than in the new security features of Windows Server 2025. While many of these features showcase a…
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These researchers used NPR Sunday Puzzle questions to benchmark AI ‘reasoning’ models
Every Sunday, NPR host Will Shortz, The New York Times’ crossword puzzle guru, gets to quiz thousands of listeners in a long-running segment called the Sunday Puzzle. While written to be solvable without too much foreknowledge, the brainteasers are usually challenging even for skilled contestants. That’s why some experts think they’re a promising way to…
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Basket of Bank Trojans Defraud Citizens of East India
Cheap banking scams are often easier to pull off in a country with older devices, fewer regulations, and experienced fraudsters.
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Boston Dynamics joins forces with its former CEO to speed the learning of its Atlas humanoid robot
Boston Dynamics Wednesday announced a partnership designed to bring improved reinforcement learning to its electric Atlas humanoid robot. The tie-up is with the Robotics & AI Institute (RAI Institute), earlier known as The Boston Dynamics AI Institute. Both organizations were founded by Marc Raibert, a former MIT professor who served as Boston Dynamics’ CEO for…
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Softbank could soon buy Renee James’ Ampere chip company for about $6.5B
And it’s the latest in an ongoing saga over the company’s future ownership. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Smashing Security podcast #403: Coinbase crypto heists, QR codes, and ransomware in the classroom
In episode 403 of “Smashing Security” we dive into the mystery of $65 million vanishing from Coinbase users faster than J-Lo slipped into Graham’s DMs, Geoff gives a poor grade for PowerSchool’s security, and Carole takes a curious look at QR codes. All this and more is discussed in the latest edition of the “Smashing…
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OpenAI Set to Make Super Bowl Ad Debut
The TV spot marks the artificial-intelligence company’s biggest foray into consumer advertising to date.
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Sonos lays off 200 ahead of rumored set-top box release
Sonos announced that it has laid off 200 people in a letter posted to its site Wednesday. The news follows a 100-person layoff in August. Both rounds arrive in the wake of a disastrously botched update to the Sonos app that alienated broad swaths of the premium audio hardware firm’s extremely loyal fanbase. The new…
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Researchers created an open rival to OpenAI’s o1 ‘reasoning’ model for under $50
AI researchers at Stanford and the University of Washington were able to train an AI “reasoning” model for under $50 in cloud compute credits, according to a new research paper released last Friday. The model known as s1 performs similarly to cutting-edge reasoning models, such as OpenAI’s o1 and DeepSeek’s R1, on tests measuring math…
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New Microsoft script updates Windows media with bootkit malware fixes
Microsoft has released a PowerShell script to help Windows users and admins update bootable media so it utilizes the new “Windows UEFI CA 2023” certificate before the mitigations of the BlackLotus UEFI bootkit are enforced later this year. […]
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Microsoft script updates bootable media for BlackLotus bootkit fixes
Microsoft has released a PowerShell script to help Windows users and admins update bootable media so it utilizes the new “Windows UEFI CA 2023” certificate before the mitigations of the BlackLotus UEFI bootkit are enforced later this year. […]
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Scout Motors sued over plan to sell EVs direct to consumers
Scout Motors’ plan to eschew traditional dealerships and sell EVs directly to consumers is running into legal trouble. A group of Volkswagen and Audi dealers filed a lawsuit this week against Scout Motors, the EV that spun out of Volkswagen. The lawsuit, which was first reported by Automotive News, seeks to block Scout’s direct-to-consumer sales…
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Bench burned through $135 million before shutting down
A clearer picture of Bench’s downfall is emerging thanks to new bankruptcy filings, which show the accounting startup burned $135 million before collapsing. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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A comprehensive list of 2024 and 2025 tech layoffs
A complete list of all the known layoffs in tech, from Big Tech to startups, broken down by month throughout 2024. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Sonos to Cut 12% of Jobs in Further Restructuring Push
The audio-products maker expects to book restructuring charges of $15 million to $18 million as it reorganizes.
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Bots Win, Gamers Lose: Inside the Latest 2025 NVIDIA GPU Launch
Scalper bots hit NVIDIA’s RTX 5090 & 5080 launch, wiping out stock in minutes. Learn how bots are bypassing traditional defenses & how Kasada can stop them. The post Bots Win, Gamers Lose: Inside the Latest 2025 NVIDIA GPU Launch appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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XOi raises $230M, acquires Specifx to expand its tech for field service technicians
Field service engineers may not be the first group of customers that come to mind when you think about lucrative opportunities in B2B technology. But that same blind spot speaks of the opportunity in the space for those who are stepping up and targeting “the job site.” One of the players in that space, XOi …
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Unlocking the Freedom of Secure Cloud Environments
Is Your Cloud Environment Truly Secure and Free? Have you ever wondered if your cloud environment is as secure as it could be? The management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets is a revolutionary methodology that offers a sense of freedom in cybersecurity. This approach effectively addresses the disconnect between the security and R&D teams…
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Delivering Value with Streamlined IAM Protocols
Why is IAM Crucial in Delivering Value to Modern Businesses? Companies must reassess their cybersecurity strategies and adapt to the changing landscape. Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Security Management have emerged as critical elements. But how does Identity and Access Management (IAM) fit into this picture, and why is it instrumental in delivering value to…
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Gaining Assurance with Advanced Secrets Rotation
The Benefits of Harnessing Advanced Secrets Rotation How can companies ensure maximum cybersecurity assurance when dealing with Non-Human Identities (NHIs)? The answer lies in effective NHI and Secrets Management, and a central component of this lies in advanced secrets rotation. Understanding the Importance of Advanced Secrets Rotation Secrets are critical for NHIs as they function…
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Google ditches DEI hiring goals
Google will no longer have diversity hiring targets and will review its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, according to an email sent to employees seen by the Wall Street Journal. Google now joins other tech companies rolling back DEI practices, especially as DEI practices come under fire from conservative groups. Amazon and Meta have also…
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The biggest breach of US government data is under way
Elon Musk’s DOGE has taken control and accessed large swathes of Americans’ private information held by the U.S. federal government. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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CISA Adds Four Vulnerabilities to Catalog for Federal Enterprise
CISA adds four new vulnerabilities to its catalog, urging agencies to remediate risks. Learn about the latest exploits and how they impact enterprise security.
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Ransomware payments dropped 35% in 2024
Ransomware payments saw a dramatic 35% drop last year compared to 2023, even as the overall frequency of ransomware attacks increased, according to a new report released by blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis. The considerable decline in extortion payments is somewhat surprising, given that other cybersecurity firms have claimed that 2024 saw the most ransomware activity…
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Robocallers posing as FCC fraud prevention team call FCC staff
The FCC has proposed a $4,492,500 fine against VoIP service provider Telnyx for allegedly allowing customers to make robocalls posing as fictitious FCC “Fraud Prevention Team,” by failing to comply with Know Your Customer (KYC) rules. However, Telnyx says the FCC is mistaken and denies the accusations. […]
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Amazon reportedly gears up to release next-gen Alexa
Amazon may be gearing up to release a next-gen, AI-powered Alexa experience, according to Reuters. Per the outlet’s report, Amazon plans to preview an upgraded version of Alexa, the company’s smart home assistant that runs on a number of first- and third-party devices, at an event on February 26. The revamped Alexa is said to…
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Paragon spyware used to target citizens across Europe, says Italian government
WhatsApp said users in several European countries were targeted with Paragon spyware, according to the Italian government. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Why IQ is a poor test for AI
During a recent press appearance, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that he’s observed the “IQ” of AI rapidly improve over the past several years. “Very roughly, it feels to me like — this is not scientifically accurate, this is just a vibe or spiritual answer — every year we move one standard deviation of IQ,”…
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Ransomware payments fell by 35% in 2024, totalling $813,550,000
Payments to ransomware actors decreased 35% year-over-year in 2024, totaling $813.55 million, down from $1.25 billion recorded in 2023. […]
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Why Cybersecurity Needs Probability — Not Predictions
While probabilities may be based on subjective information, when used in an objective framework, they demonstrate an effective way to improve the value of hard decisions.
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Google Kills Diversity Hiring Targets
Google is eliminating its goal of hiring more employees from historically underrepresented groups and reviewing some diversity, equity and inclusion programs, joining other tech giants rethinking their approach to DEI.
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Lawmakers fear Elon Musk, DOGE not adhering to privacy rules
Congress is getting vocal about the privacy and security implications of Elon Musk and his cohorts at the Department of Government Efficiency accessing federal systems. Democrats on the House Homeland Security Committee said Wednesday DOGE must comply with security and privacy laws as they obtain access to federal systems, something the lawmakers say they don’t…
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BT to sell wholesale and enterprise business in Ireland to Speed Fibre Group
UK telco BT has agreed to sell its Irish wholesale and enterprise business unit to local telecommunications conglomerate Speed Fibre Group for €22 million.
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Digital Realty, EXA partner to make Crete connectivity hub
Data centres provider Digital Realty has partnered with fibre optic network infrastructure owner EXA to activate a point of presence (PoP) in Crete to make the Greek island a major connectivity hub.
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Ransomware payments dropped in 2024 as victims refused to pay hackers
Ransomware payments fell by more than one-third in 2024 as an increasing number of victims refused to negotiate with hackers. In a report published Wednesday, crypto forensics firm Chainalysis said that while ransomware gang leak sites posted more victims than in previous years during 2024, fewer victims gave in to the hackers’ demands. Chainalysis reported…
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CISA orders agencies to patch Linux kernel bug exploited in attacks
CISA has ordered federal agencies to secure their systems within three weeks against a high-severity Linux kernel flaw actively exploited in attacks. […]
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Stripe makes $1.1 billion crypto bet as it closes on Bridge acquisition
Stripe has closed on its $1.1 billion purchase of stablecoin platform Bridge – marking the payment giant’s largest acquisition to date and tangible push into crypto. Co-founded in 2022 by Coinbase and Square alumni Zach Abrams and Sean Yu, San Antonio, Texas-based Bridge built an API that helps companies accept stablecoins. The pair raised $58…
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DeepSeek AI Model Riddled With Security Vulnerabilities
Security researchers have uncovered serious vulnerabilities in DeepSeek-R1, the controversial Chinese large language model (LLM) that has drawn widespread attention for its advanced reasoning capabilities. The post DeepSeek AI Model Riddled With Security Vulnerabilities appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Hackers spoof Microsoft ADFS login pages to steal credentials
A help desk phishing campaign targets an organization’s Microsoft Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) using spoofed login pages to steal credentials and bypass multi-factor authentication (MFA) protections. […]
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AMD fixes bug that lets hackers load malicious microcode patches
AMD has released mitigation and firmware updates to address a high-severity vulnerability that can be exploited to load malicious CPU microcode on unpatched devices. […]
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Dell Makes Key Updates to 2025 Partner Program
Global giant Dell recently announced details on its 2025 Partner Program, which rewards partners for growing and winning new business, assists in accelerating the adoption of AI, and increases the predictability of engagement and collaboration. According to the company, Dell’s partner ecosystem has helped build one of the largest go-to-market engines in the industry, with…
Global Security News
Banks Sell $5.5 Billion of X Loans After Investor Interest Surges
X CEO tells investors that the financial health of social-media company is improving.
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The Elon Musk Act aims to ban ‘special government employees’ from having federal contracts
U.S. Democratic Representative Mark Pocan plans to introduce a bill designed to ban “special government employees” like Elon Musk from having federal contracts so they can’t steer spending towards their own self-interest. The proposed bill is called the ELON MUSK Act, which stands for Eliminate Looting of Our Nation by Mitigating Unethical State Kleptocracy. “No…
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New target of Paragon spyware comes forward
The latest target of Paragon spyware openly questions if he was targeted by the Italian government. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Workday cuts nearly 2,000 employees
Enterprise HR platform Workday is the latest tech company to announce layoffs in recent weeks. Silicon Valley-based Workday laid off 1,750 employees on Wednesday, as originally reported by Bloomberg and confirmed independently by TechCrunch. That total represents approximately 8.5% of headcount. Unlike many other tech companies, including Meta and Microsoft, Workday has not held drastic…
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N-able Launches New AI-Powered Developer Portal
Recently, software company N-able launched a new AI-powered developer portal– called the N-able Developer Portal– to accelerate API integrations with the N-able end-to-end IT management and cybersecurity platform. The portal will automate development tasks and the ability to create custom solutions to deliver faster time-to-value for IT and security services. Portal leverages APIs and alliance…
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N-able Launches New AI-Powered Developer Portal
Recently, software company N-able launched a new AI-powered developer portal– called the N-able Developer Portal– to accelerate API integrations with the N-able end-to-end IT management and cybersecurity platform. The portal will automate development tasks and the ability to create custom solutions to deliver faster time-to-value for IT and security services. Portal leverages APIs and alliance…
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Ford Names Electric Vehicle Exec as Next Strategy Chief
Ford Motor named Marin Gjaja as chief strategy officer, part of a broader leadership change.
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Check Point Security Solutions Now Available to Sherweb Partners
Channel distributor Sherweb has announced a new collaboration with security vendor Check Point Software Technologies. The companies are launching two new cybersecurity solutions to strengthen MSP cybersecurity. Check Point’s Harmony solutions now available through Sherweb Through this partnership, Sherweb customers can now access Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration and Check Point Harmony SASE to…
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Check Point Security Solutions Now Available to Sherweb Partners
Channel distributor Sherweb has announced a new collaboration with security vendor Check Point Software Technologies. The companies are launching two new cybersecurity solutions to strengthen MSP cybersecurity. Check Point’s Harmony solutions now available through Sherweb Through this partnership, Sherweb customers can now access Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration and Check Point Harmony SASE to…
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CISA tags Microsoft .NET and Apache OFBiz bugs as exploited in attacks
The US Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added four vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, urging federal agencies and large organizations to apply the available security updates as soon as possible. […]
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21% of CISOs Have Been Pressured Not to Report a Compliance Issue, Research Finds
CISOs face growing boardroom pressure, compliance challenges, and cyber threats. Discover key insights from Splunk’s latest report on cybersecurity leadership.
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Sophisticated Phishing Campaign Targets Ukraine’s Largest Bank
A new phishing attack by UAC-0006 has been discovered targeting PrivatBank with malicious files in password-protected archives to evade detection
Global Security News
Attackers Target Education Sector, Hijack Microsoft Accounts
A sophisticated cyberattack campaign is targeting organizations that still rely on Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) for authentication across applications and services.
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Infosec pros: We need CVSS, warts and all
A key pillar of a strong cybersecurity program is identifying vulnerabilities in the complex mix of software programs, packages, apps, and snippets driving all activities across an organization’s digital infrastructure. At the heart of spotting and fixing these flaws is the widely used Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS), maintained by a nonprofit called the Forum…
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Man sentenced to 7 years in prison for role in $50m internet scam
A California man has been sentenced to seven years in prison for his involvement in a fraudulent scheme that saw over 50 individuals and organisations lose millions of dollars. Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.
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AI’s biggest stage awaits – TechCrunch Sessions: AI tickets available
AI is heating up, and we’re diving in! TechCrunch Sessions: AI is officially open for registration. Secure your spot now and save up to $300 on select tickets before prices rise From startup founders to AI investors to aspiring innovators — TC Sessions: AI is where the entire AI ecosystem comes together. Whether you’re building,…
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Tickets on sale: TechCrunch All Stage 2025, formerly known as Early Stage
Founders and investors, it’s time! TechCrunch Early Stage has evolved into TechCrunch All Stage 2025, returning to Boston on July 17. Get your tickets now and save up to $310 on select ticket types, securing your spot at the best rates. Register here for your All Stage ticket at unbeatable prices. All Stage covers all…
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Google launches new AI models and brings ‘thinking’ to Gemini
Google launched its much-anticipated new flagship AI model, Gemini 2.0 Pro Experimental, on Wednesday. The announcement was part of a series of other AI model releases. The company is also making its “reasoning’ model, Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking, available in the Gemini app. Notably, Google is releasing these AI models as the tech world remains…
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Ransomware Payments Decline 35% as Victims Resist Demands
Chainalysis found that ransomware payments fell significantly year-over-year despite a recorded increase in the number of ransomware events in 2024
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HubSpot launches first Australian data centre
Customer platform for scaling businesses provider HubSpot has launched its first Australian data centre.
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Spain arrests suspected hacker of US and Spanish military agencies
The Spanish police have arrested a suspected hacker in Alicante for allegedly conducting 40 cyberattacks targeting critical public and private organizations, including the Guardia Civil, the Ministry of Defense, NATO, the US Army, and various universities. […]
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4 Ways to Mitigate the Human Factors of Cybersecurity
Before exploring how to mitigate the human factors in cybersecurity, it’s essential to understand what this term means. The human factors of cybersecurity refer to the actions or events where human error leads to a successful hack or data breach. While it might seem that hackers primarily target weak points within a system, they often…
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Cyberattacken – nicht alle Manager wissen von ihrer Verantwortung
width=”6016″ height=”3384″ sizes=”(max-width: 6016px) 100vw, 6016px”>Den Kopf in den Sand zu stecken, ist beim Thema Cybersecurity keine gute Idee. Das Management muss sich seiner Verantwortung stellen. alphaspirit – shutterstock.com In vielen Unternehmen ist sich das Management nicht bewusst, dass es in der Verantwortung für Cybersicherheit steht. Das Thema IT-Security wird gerne in der IT-Abteilung und…
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Musk moves to dismiss suit over Tesla’s alleged use of AI-generated ‘Blade Runner’ imagery
Attorneys for Elon Musk intend to move to dismiss a case that accuses the Tesla CEO, who is also the head of President Donald Trump’s DOGE organization, of using AI-generated, copyright-violating “Blade Runner”-inspired images at a Tesla press event. In a filing submitted to the U.S. District Court Central District of California, Western Division late…
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How attackers abuse S3 Bucket Namesquatting — And How to Stop Them
AWS S3 bucket names are global with predictable names that can be exploited in “S3 bucket namesquatting” attacks to access or hijack S3 buckets. In this article, Varonis explains how these attacks work and how you can prevent them. […]
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Mike Maples Sr., the Adult in the Room During Microsoft’s Early Days, Dies at 82
Says Bill Gates: “Pretty early in our work, Steve Ballmer and I said, God, I wish we had guys like Mike Maples here.”
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Download our extended detection and response (XDR) buyer’s guide
From the editors of CSO, this enterprise buyer’s guide helps IT security staff understand what XDR can do for their organizations and how to choose the right solution.
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Cross-Platform JavaScript Stealer Targets Crypto Wallets in New Lazarus Group Campaign
The North Korea-linked Lazarus Group has been linked to an active campaign that leverages fake LinkedIn job offers in the cryptocurrency and travel sectors to deliver malware capable of infecting Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. According to cybersecurity company Bitdefender, the scam begins with a message sent on a professional social media network, enticing…
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Lazarus Group ‘targets organisations’ with sophisticated LinkedIn recruiting scam
Cybersecurity company Bitdefender has issued a warning on an active campaign by the North Korea-linked Lazarus Group, targeting organisations by capturing credentials and delivering malware through fake LinkedIn job offers.
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OutSystems Announces General Availability of Mentor, a First-Of-Its-Kind Digital Worker for Application Generation, Full SDLC Automation, to Further Enhance its AI-Powered Low Code Platform
Following a successful Early Access Program, the addition of Mentor to the OutSystems platform helps enterprise development teams capitalize on the Generative Software Cycle
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Twilio Scores A Multi-Year Partnership to Support Chelsea Football Club’s Fan Engagement strategy
The partnership aims to make fans feel closer to the club, through Twilio-powered, personalised fan engagement Twilio and Chelsea unveil ‘One in a Twilion,’ an award celebrating women’s contributions to technology
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Cynet Names Jason Magee CEO
Jason Magee, formerly the CEO of ConnectWise, will take over as CEO of Cynet, a cybersecurity platform headquartered in Boston. Magee steps in as founder shifts to the board Magee will step in for Cynet founder and former CEO Eyal Gruner, who will now join the company’s Board of Directors and serve as a strategic…
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Cherry Ventures raises a new $500M fund for early stage and beyond, but will it be enough?
It’s sometimes said that European VC doesn’t have the firepower to compete with VCs in the U.S., which regularly raise billion-dollar+ funds these days. Perhaps further evidence of this view persists in the news that Berlin-based Cherry Ventures has closed its latest fund at $500 million, to be split between early-stage rounds and follow-on rounds…
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Pure Storage revamps reseller partner program to accelerate partner path to profitability and growth
COMPANY NEWS: The updated program enhances the growth opportunity for Pure Storage partners, targeting the opportunity to accelerate customers’ transition to the Pure Storage Platform.
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Preventing account takeover on centralized cryptocurrency exchanges in 2025
By Kelly Kaoudis and Evan Sultanik This blog post highlights key points from our new white paper Preventing Account Takeovers on Centralized Cryptocurrency Exchanges, which documents ATO-related attack vectors and defenses tailored to CEXes. Imagine trying to log in to your centralized cryptocurrency exchange (CEX) account and your password and username just… don’t work. You…
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Microsoft Announces New Partner Organization, Q2 Azure Performance
Global technology leader Microsoft recently announced the formation of the Microsoft Small, Medium Enterprises and Channel (SME&C) partner organization to provide customers, regardless of size, the ability to leverage and derive value from AI. Haupter, Abu-Latif enter new roles The company announced that Ralph Haupter, who was the president of Microsoft EMEA, will lead the…
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CodeSignal wants you to practice soft skills with its AI-powered guide
Startups and big tech companies have aggressively used AI to help developers write code or learn programming better. People have used chatbots to prepare for different scenarios in life, like interviews. Tech assessment platform CodeSignal, which introduced a learning platform for technical subjects with AI assistants last year, launched soft skill courses on its platform today…
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Mobile Malware Targeting Indian Banks Exposes 50,000 Users
Indian banking malware attack exposes 50,000 users, stealing financial data via SMS interception and phishing
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Celonis research shows 89% of business leaders say AI without Process Intelligence fails to deliver expected results
GUEST RESEARCH: The vast majority of enterprise leaders (89%) say it is crucial that AI has the context of how their business runs if it is going to deliver meaningful results and increase operational efficiency, according to the Celonis 2025 Process Optimisation Report.
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CyberArk and SentinelOne Team Up to Enable Step Change in Endpoint and Identity Security
Mutual customers will benefit from boosted endpoint threat detection and response capabilities
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Shein hit with consumer protection action in EU as bloc unboxes strategy to tackle low-cost ecommerce risks
Chinese ecommerce and fast fashion giant Shein is facing fresh scrutiny in the European Union in relation to consumer protection rules following the launch of a coordinated action by the bloc’s Consumer Protection Cooperation Network (CPCN). The action is being conducted with reference to the EU’s Unfair Commercial Practices Directive, Consumer Rights Directive, Unfair Contracts…
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Insentra strategic partnership with Zero Networks to ‘deliver advanced Zero Trust Security to ANZ Enterprises’
IT services and consulting company Insentra has formed a strategic partnership to distribute Zero Networks, a provider of automated Zero Trust security solutions.
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Rapid GenAI Application Adoption Drives New Era of Application and Infrastructure Modernisation
Nutanix study reveals that GenAI is changing organisations priorities, with security and privacy being a primary concern
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Cybercriminals Use Go Resty and Node Fetch in 13 Million Password Spraying Attempts
Cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging legitimate HTTP client tools to facilitate account takeover (ATO) attacks on Microsoft 365 environments. Enterprise security company Proofpoint said it observed campaigns using HTTP clients Axios and Node Fetch to send HTTP requests and receive HTTP responses from web servers with the goal of conducting ATO attacks. “Originally sourced from public
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How to Add Fingerprint Authentication to Your Windows 11 Computer
You can easily add a fingerprint reader to your computer if one isn’t already built in.
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Modern Synthesis is making compostable materials that last a lifetime
Modern Synthesis’s fibers can be manipulated in ways that simple plant fibers cannot. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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New Research from Claroty’s Team82 Highlights Urgent Ransomware and Insecure Connectivity Threats to Mission-Critical OT Assets
GUEST RESEACH: “State of CPS Security 2025: OT Exposures” Reveals the OT Device Exposures Most Coveted for Exploitation by Adversaries
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Silent Lynx Using PowerShell, Golang, and C++ Loaders in Multi-Stage Cyberattacks
A previously undocumented threat actor known as Silent Lynx has been linked to cyber attacks targeting various entities in Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan. “This threat group has previously targeted entities around Eastern Europe and Central Asian government think tanks involved in economic decision making and banking sector,” Seqrite Labs researcher Subhajeet Singha said in a technical…
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EU Merger Watchdog Begins Probe of AMD’s $5 Billion ZT Systems Acquisition
Advanced Micro Devices agreed to buy the designer of data-center equipment last year to challenge Nvidia’s dominance in AI.
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New Veeam Flaw Allows Arbitrary Code Execution via Man-in-the-Middle Attack
Veeam has released patches to address a critical security flaw impacting its Backup software that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on susceptible systems. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-23114, carries a CVSS score of 9.0 out of 10.0. “A vulnerability within the Veeam Updater component that allows an attacker to utilize a Man-in-the-Middle…
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Why Amazon is Betting on ‘Automated Reasoning’ to Reduce AI’s Hallucinations
Amazon is using math to help solve one of artificial intelligence’s most intractable problems: its tendency to make up answers, and to repeat them back to us with confidence.