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SF politics
fromWIRED
5 hours ago

Politicians Are Spending More Money on Security as They Increasingly Become Targets

Federal campaign spending on security for the 2024 election cycle exceeds five times that of the 2016 election due to rising threats against public servants.
#fcc
#cybersecurity
fromFortune
1 hour ago
Information security

Trump's 'cease-fire' won't stop Iranian hackers for long, cyber experts say | Fortune

Information security
fromSecurityWeek
14 hours ago

Shaky Ceasefire Unlikely to Stop Cyberattacks From Iran-Linked Hackers for Long

Cyberattacks by Iranian-backed hackers will continue despite a ceasefire, targeting Israel and potentially the U.S. when deemed appropriate.
Information security
fromArs Technica
18 hours ago

Iran-linked hackers disrupt operations at US critical infrastructure sites

Iranian government-affiliated hackers are disrupting US critical infrastructure operations, targeting programmable logic controllers across various sectors.
Healthcare
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

Healthcare Executives Face a New Era of Personal Risk

Healthcare executives face heightened personal risks due to grievance-motivated cyber threats amid economic pressures and public accountability.
Information security
fromFortune
1 hour ago

Trump's 'cease-fire' won't stop Iranian hackers for long, cyber experts say | Fortune

Cyberattacks by Iranian-backed hackers will continue despite a ceasefire, targeting Israel and potentially the U.S. when deemed appropriate.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Iranian-Linked Cyber Actors Target US Critical Infrastructure, Security Leaders Respond

Iranian cyber actors are actively targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, including water, energy, and government sectors, using advanced tactics and AI-enhanced methods.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
14 hours ago

Shaky Ceasefire Unlikely to Stop Cyberattacks From Iran-Linked Hackers for Long

Cyberattacks by Iranian-backed hackers will continue despite a ceasefire, targeting Israel and potentially the U.S. when deemed appropriate.
Information security
fromArs Technica
18 hours ago

Iran-linked hackers disrupt operations at US critical infrastructure sites

Iranian government-affiliated hackers are disrupting US critical infrastructure operations, targeting programmable logic controllers across various sectors.
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Anthropic launches Project Glasswing, an effort to prevent AI cyberattacks with AI

Project Glasswing aims to enhance cybersecurity against AI threats with major tech partnerships and a new AI model from Anthropic.
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Anthropic launches Project Glasswing, an effort to prevent AI cyberattacks with AI

Project Glasswing aims to enhance cybersecurity against AI threats with major tech partnerships and a new AI model from Anthropic.
Intellectual property law
fromComputerworld
2 hours ago

US court refuses to stay Pentagon's 'supply-chain risk' blacklisting of Anthropic

The federal appeals court upheld the Pentagon's supply-chain risk designation against Anthropic, conflicting with a California court's earlier decision.
#defense-technology
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
5 hours ago

America's Drone Strategy Has a Supply Chain Problem

The U.S. defense technology ecosystem is shifting towards a model prioritizing rapid adaptation and drone technology in response to modern warfare challenges.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

How Defense Tech Investors Are Using SHLD to Capture 21st Century Warfare Spending

Operation Absolute Resolve showcased advanced military technology, with all platforms linked to companies in the Global X Defense Tech ETF.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
5 hours ago

America's Drone Strategy Has a Supply Chain Problem

The U.S. defense technology ecosystem is shifting towards a model prioritizing rapid adaptation and drone technology in response to modern warfare challenges.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

How Defense Tech Investors Are Using SHLD to Capture 21st Century Warfare Spending

Operation Absolute Resolve showcased advanced military technology, with all platforms linked to companies in the Global X Defense Tech ETF.
#ai
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago
Information security

Anthropic says its latest AI model can expose weaknesses in software security

Claude Mythos exposes thousands of software vulnerabilities, prompting Anthropic to limit its release and collaborate with cybersecurity specialists.
fromAxios
1 day ago
Information security

Anthropic's newest AI model could wreak havoc. Most in power aren't ready

Mythos represents a significant advancement in AI, capable of exploiting security weaknesses autonomously and posing serious threats to cybersecurity.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
18 hours ago

Anthropic's Glasswing initiative raises questions for US cyber operations

Anthropic is prioritizing cybersecurity by withholding a powerful AI model and launching Project Glasswing to enhance defenses against AI-driven attacks.
Information security
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Anthropic says its latest AI model can expose weaknesses in software security

Claude Mythos exposes thousands of software vulnerabilities, prompting Anthropic to limit its release and collaborate with cybersecurity specialists.
Information security
fromAxios
1 day ago

Anthropic's newest AI model could wreak havoc. Most in power aren't ready

Mythos represents a significant advancement in AI, capable of exploiting security weaknesses autonomously and posing serious threats to cybersecurity.
fromThe Cipher Brief
5 hours ago

Drones Are Changing Warfare And America Isn't Ready

The U.S. has discovered that air superiority and missile defense systems designed to counter tens/hundreds of aircraft and missiles is insufficient against asymmetric attacks of thousands of drones.
Russo-Ukrainian War
DevOps
fromFortune
5 hours ago

The digital sovereignty dilemma is a false choice - here's how enterprises can have both | Fortune

Organizations must ensure digital sovereignty by balancing local control with global technology access to remain resilient and competitive.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
6 hours ago

Democrats Are Badly Failing to Hold Trump Accountable Over Iran

Trump's threats against Iran and the inadequate response from Democrats highlight a critical political and humanitarian crisis.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
21 hours ago

Buy This ETF Before the Military Budget Balloons More

The White House proposed a $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027, significantly increasing Pentagon spending.
Science
fromTheregister
23 hours ago

DARPA launches program to improve agent-to-agent AI collabs

DARPA's MATHBAC program aims to enhance AI communication for better scientific discoveries through foundational mathematics and systems theory.
US news
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

As aircraft losses mount, Pentagon wants a software fix to see through the fog of war

U.S. planes in the Middle East lack a common operating picture, leading to communication errors and aircraft losses.
#iran
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
15 hours ago

Pentagon Officials Question What Trump Accomplished in Iran: Won't Actually Change Anything'

Trump's declaration of victory in Iran is questioned by Pentagon officials amid contradictory information about a ceasefire agreement.
World news
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Iran threatens 'Stargate' AI data centers | TechCrunch

Iran threatens retaliation against U.S. data centers in response to ongoing military actions and threats from the United States.
World news
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Iran threatens OpenAI's Stargate data center in Abu Dhabi

Iran's IRGC threatens OpenAI's Abu Dhabi datacenter in response to US threats against Iran's power plants.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Former Trump NatSec Advisor Says President Probably in Panic Mode' After Two U.S. Jets Shot Down

Trump's credibility is undermined after Iran shot down U.S. military planes, contradicting his claims of air supremacy.
Information security
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Iran-Linked Hackers Are Sabotaging US Energy and Water Infrastructure

Iran has launched a hacking campaign targeting US industrial control systems, causing disruptions in critical infrastructure.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
15 hours ago

Pentagon Officials Question What Trump Accomplished in Iran: Won't Actually Change Anything'

Trump's declaration of victory in Iran is questioned by Pentagon officials amid contradictory information about a ceasefire agreement.
World news
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Iran threatens 'Stargate' AI data centers | TechCrunch

Iran threatens retaliation against U.S. data centers in response to ongoing military actions and threats from the United States.
World news
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Iran threatens OpenAI's Stargate data center in Abu Dhabi

Iran's IRGC threatens OpenAI's Abu Dhabi datacenter in response to US threats against Iran's power plants.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Former Trump NatSec Advisor Says President Probably in Panic Mode' After Two U.S. Jets Shot Down

Trump's credibility is undermined after Iran shot down U.S. military planes, contradicting his claims of air supremacy.
Information security
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Iran-Linked Hackers Are Sabotaging US Energy and Water Infrastructure

Iran has launched a hacking campaign targeting US industrial control systems, causing disruptions in critical infrastructure.
European startups
fromTechRepublic
1 day ago

Trump Eyes Sweeping Expansion of China Tech Ban Across Critical Infrastructure

The White House is considering expanding the ban on Chinese equipment for critical infrastructure, impacting telecom networks and data centers.
Software development
fromInfoWorld
1 day ago

Microsoft's new Agent Governance Toolkit targets top OWASP risks for AI agents

Microsoft introduced the Agent Governance Toolkit to enhance AI agent security and mitigate OWASP's top 10 agentic AI threats.
Non-profit organizations
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

The war against fraud should be a war for tech modernization

A new task force aims to combat fraud in public benefits programs by ensuring adequate anti-fraud controls and addressing data sharing challenges.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
4 hours ago

The Hidden ROI of Visibility: Better Decisions, Better Behavior, Better Security

Visibility through security measures can deter undesirable behavior and enhance safety in challenging situations.
#cisa
SF politics
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

White House Seeks to Slash CISA Funding by $707 Million

The Trump administration proposes a $707 million budget cut for CISA to refocus on core missions and eliminate inefficiencies.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Trump proposes cutting CISA election security program in FY27 budget

The Trump administration plans to cut $700 million from CISA, significantly impacting election security and infrastructure protection programs.
SF politics
fromTNW | Insights
1 day ago

Trump's FY27 budget would cut $700M from CISA and kill election security

The Trump administration's FY2027 budget proposes significant cuts to CISA, eliminating its election security program and reducing its workforce by approximately 860 positions.
SF politics
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Trump administration plans to cut cybersecurity agency's budget by $700 million | TechCrunch

The Trump administration plans to cut CISA's budget by at least $707 million for 2027, claiming it will refocus the agency's core mission.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
1 day ago

Trump's Proposed CISA Cuts Spark Alarm Among Cybersecurity Experts

Proposed budget cuts to CISA raise concerns about U.S. cybersecurity readiness against increasing digital threats.
SF politics
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

White House Seeks to Slash CISA Funding by $707 Million

The Trump administration proposes a $707 million budget cut for CISA to refocus on core missions and eliminate inefficiencies.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Trump proposes cutting CISA election security program in FY27 budget

The Trump administration plans to cut $700 million from CISA, significantly impacting election security and infrastructure protection programs.
SF politics
fromTNW | Insights
1 day ago

Trump's FY27 budget would cut $700M from CISA and kill election security

The Trump administration's FY2027 budget proposes significant cuts to CISA, eliminating its election security program and reducing its workforce by approximately 860 positions.
SF politics
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Trump administration plans to cut cybersecurity agency's budget by $700 million | TechCrunch

The Trump administration plans to cut CISA's budget by at least $707 million for 2027, claiming it will refocus the agency's core mission.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
1 day ago

Trump's Proposed CISA Cuts Spark Alarm Among Cybersecurity Experts

Proposed budget cuts to CISA raise concerns about U.S. cybersecurity readiness against increasing digital threats.
#national-security
Science
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

A Wartime Budget Without an Innovation Strategy

Collaboration between the NSF and defense sectors is essential for national security and innovation, despite proposed budget cuts to NSF funding.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 weeks ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
Science
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

A Wartime Budget Without an Innovation Strategy

Collaboration between the NSF and defense sectors is essential for national security and innovation, despite proposed budget cuts to NSF funding.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 weeks ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Wedbush's Ives: Palantir, Oracle, Microsoft to dominate defense AI integration

Defense AI spending is set to grow significantly, with Palantir leading the integration of AI technology in military applications.
Intellectual property law
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Tech bills of the week: Limiting adversaries' access to US tech; and boosting cyber apprenticeships

New legislation aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on sensitive technologies to prevent adversaries from exploiting them for economic gain.
#government-shutdown
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

US Homeland Security shutdown to stretch on, despite Senate passing funding

The House has not voted on the Senate bill, prolonging the partial government shutdown affecting DHS funding and federal workers.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

What Did the Partial D.H.S. Shutdown Accomplish?

Democrats faced challenges in funding negotiations, leading to multiple government shutdowns and unresolved immigration enforcement issues.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

US Homeland Security shutdown to stretch on, despite Senate passing funding

The House has not voted on the Senate bill, prolonging the partial government shutdown affecting DHS funding and federal workers.
#dhs
US politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

President's budget proposes folding beleaguered DHS intelligence office into headquarters

The Department of Homeland Security's intelligence office faces consolidation and potential workforce reductions under Trump's proposed budget for 2027.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

President's budget proposes folding beleaguered DHS intelligence office into headquarters

The Department of Homeland Security's intelligence office faces consolidation and potential workforce reductions under Trump's proposed budget for 2027.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Former national security officials urge Congress to renew Section 702 before expiration

Former national security officials urge Congress to renew Section 702 of the FISA before it expires, emphasizing its importance for national security.
SF politics
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

New Trump Administration Budget Cuts $707M from CISA Funding

The 2027 budget includes significant funding shifts for DHS, with cuts to CISA aimed at refocusing its mission on critical infrastructure defense.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
21 hours ago

Why Operationalizing AI Security Is the Next Great Enterprise Hurdle

Security operations lag behind rapid tech advancements, leading to inefficiencies and risks in managing numerous security tools.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Ransomware Response: How Businesses Regain Control Under Pressure

Ransomware attacks create urgent pressure, forcing quick decisions and impacting operations, legal obligations, and overall enterprise strategy.
#fbi
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

Breach of FBI Surveillance System Considered a "Major Incident," Security Experts Weigh In

FBI confirms major breach of surveillance system, exposing sensitive data and potentially revealing criminal probes and surveillance targets.
Privacy professionals
fromTechRepublic
6 days ago

FBI Declares Surveillance System Breach a 'Major Incident'

A China-linked breach of an FBI surveillance system has been classified as a major incident, posing significant risks to US national security.
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

Breach of FBI Surveillance System Considered a "Major Incident," Security Experts Weigh In

FBI confirms major breach of surveillance system, exposing sensitive data and potentially revealing criminal probes and surveillance targets.
Privacy professionals
fromTechRepublic
6 days ago

FBI Declares Surveillance System Breach a 'Major Incident'

A China-linked breach of an FBI surveillance system has been classified as a major incident, posing significant risks to US national security.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Only Trump decides when cyberwar turns into real war

The president should have a lot of leeway in which he determines whether or not the nation's going to respond kinetically. This flexibility is crucial in the evolving landscape of cyber warfare.
World politics
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 hours ago

ThreatsDay Bulletin: Hybrid P2P Botnet, 13-Year-Old Apache RCE and 18 More Stories

A new variant of the Phorpiex botnet combines traditional and peer-to-peer communication, facilitating sophisticated malware operations and high-volume spam.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

The New Rules of Engagement: Matching Agentic Attack Speed

AI-enabled cyberattacks are currently occurring, with significant impacts on organizations and a widening gap between attackers and defenders.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Trump's new cyber strategy details more offensive response to cyber threats

The White House released a national cybersecurity strategy prioritizing direct adversarial response, critical infrastructure protection, and offensive cyber capabilities alongside defensive measures.
Venture
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

What the Latest Policy and Tech Shifts Mean for National Security

Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems require integrated, multi-layered defense architectures combining non-kinetic and kinetic responses rather than isolated legacy technologies, as modern autonomous drones render traditional electronic warfare ineffective.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

National Security Begins Behind the Toaster

Dear Secretary Pete Hegseth, I realize that this is a big ask, but would you please invade and take possession of my son and daughter-in-law's apartment? Or maybe you'd like to make them an offer first? Either way, as a concerned mother and patriot who believes that national security begins at home, I feel it's my duty to let you know that Otis and Luna, the co-dictators of Unit 4-C, at 439 Bergen Street, in Park Slope, Brooklyn, must be overthrown.
Humor
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

Shrinking the IAM Attack Surface through Identity Visibility and Intelligence Platforms (IVIP)

Enterprise IAM faces fragmentation, leading to Identity Dark Matter and a significant gap in visibility and security oversight.
#cybercrime
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

FBI: Cybercrime Losses Neared $21 Billion in 2025

Cyber-enabled crime losses increased by 26% in 2025, nearing $21 billion, with investment fraud being the most significant contributor.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

The Hidden Cost of Recurring Credential Incidents

Credential incidents cause significant operational costs and disruptions, impacting IT teams and overall business productivity beyond just breach prevention.
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

When militaries share data centers with banks: how Gulf strikes exposed a structural flaw in global cloud infrastructure - Silicon Canals

When civilian banks, logistics platforms, and payment processors share physical data center infrastructure with military AI systems, those facilities become legitimate military targets under international humanitarian law - and the civilian services housed inside lose their legal protection.
Information security
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

Multi-OS Cyberattacks: How SOCs Close a Critical Risk in 3 Steps

Multi-OS attacks complicate SOC operations, leading to delays, fragmented evidence, and increased escalation volume, ultimately allowing attackers more time to operate.
fromSecuritymagazine
6 days ago

World Cloud Security Day: Breaking Down the State of the Cloud Cybersecurity and Physical Security

"World Cloud Security Day is a useful reminder to recognize how much cloud risk now comes down to everyday access decisions and overlooked misconfigurations," says James Maude, Field CTO at BeyondTrust.
Information security
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

Mobile Attack Surface Expands as Enterprises Lose Control

Mobile device security is inadequate, with many organizations using critically outdated operating systems and exposing sensitive data to potential attacks.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
fromTechzine Global
2 months ago

America puts an end to international cyber cooperation

On the instructions of President Donald Trump, the United States is withdrawing from international organizations that focus on cybersecurity and hybrid threats. There are concerns within the cybersecurity sector that this decision could undermine global resilience to digital threats. As reported by Computing, the US government claims that these partnerships are not sufficiently effective and are not in line with national interests.
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