U.S. prosecutors have charged three cybersecurity professionals for their alleged role in BlackCat ransomware attacks. The accused, formerly of Sygnia and DigitalMint, allegedly exploited insider access to extort clients, exposing a serious insider threat and need for stronger industry oversight.
The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) has issued a critical alert regarding the BADCANDY malware, which is actively exploiting a Cisco vulnerability to compromise hundreds of devices across Australia. The non-persistent web shell allows attackers to reinfect unpatched systems repeatedly.
Deeto has raised $12.5M to scale its AI-powered platform that turns customer stories into targeted proof across sales and marketing channels. As traditional tactics lose impact, Deeto helps teams earn trust earlier, influence decisions, and speed up the sales cycle.
Government decisions and global political agendas.
A U.S. Senate bill pushing TikTok's divestiture cites national security but is seen as favoring U.S. tech giants. TikTok challenges it as a free speech violation, raising concerns about digital rights and deepening U.S.-China tensions.
With a new U.S. law compelling ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban, tech giants like Meta, Google, and Oracle are potential buyers. The legislative push complicates the sale, raising antitrust concerns, especially for Meta and Google, while Oracle's existing stake could give it an edge.
Breaking News: Senate Passes Bill to Sever ByteDance's Ties with TikTok
Implications of US Legislation on TikTok's Operations
Microsoft invests $1.5B in G42 to boost AI and expand globally. G42 shifts away from China, solidifying the UAE as an AI hub. Brad Smith joins G42's board, with a $1B developer fund and AI safety pact.
ByteDance denies a reported 60% profit surge as U.S. lawmakers push to force TikTok's divestiture. Taylor Swift re-engages with TikTok ahead of her album release. ByteDance shifts focus to AI and app expansion amid growing scrutiny.
Air Force General Timothy D. Haugh emphasized the importance of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act in safeguarding national security against cyber threats. Recent critiques of Microsoft’s security lapses highlight the need for stronger corporate cybersecurity and transparency.
Microsoft is investing $2.9 billion to expand its cloud and AI infrastructure in Japan, marking its largest investment in the country. This initiative includes establishing a new Microsoft Research Asia lab in Tokyo, focusing on AI and robotics, and training three million individuals in AI skills.
Over 200 musicians, including Billie Eilish and Stevie Wonder, signed a letter urging tech companies to avoid using AI unethically in music, highlighting concerns over privacy, identity, and fair compensation.
At the China Development Forum 2024, Apple emphasized AI development and East-West tech collaboration amid Sino-US tensions, while also facing growing regulatory scrutiny and antitrust challenges in Europe.
Apple CEO Tim Cook stressed China's importance at the 2024 China Development Forum, focusing on AI growth and easing US-China tensions. He unveiled Apple's largest store in Asia, reinforcing commitment to the region amidst challenges in the smartphone market.
TikTok faces a critical juncture in the U.S. as Congress pushes a bill that could force its parent company, ByteDance, to divest within 180 days or face a ban. With bipartisan support and growing security concerns, TikTok's future in the U.S. hangs in the balance.
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