Cybersecurity

In response to mounting criticism over its handling of cyberattacks, Satya Nadella-led Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) has announced the appointment of new security chiefs to its product groups. What Happened: The tech giant has named Ann Johnson as the deputy chief information security officer or...

International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE: IBM) is scheduled to report first-quarter 2024 results on Apr 24, after the closing bell. In the to-be-reported quarter, the company is likely to have recorded higher revenues from the Software segment backed by growing demand for its advanced AI-...

Chinese state-sponsored hackers are orchestrating advanced attacks that could “wreak havoc” on critical U.S. infrastructure, Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) director Christopher Wray said. “Everything from water-treatment facilities and energy grids to transportation and...

Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) has identified a resurgence of Russian online influence operations aimed at the upcoming U.S. presidential election. The tech giant noted that these activities have been ongoing for the past 45 days, albeit at a slower pace than in previous elections. What Happened:...

The increasing use of Apple Inc.’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) Macs in corporate environments is drawing the attention of hackers, who are developing more sophisticated cross-platform tactics to exploit the Mac’s security vulnerabilities. What Happened: The Mac’s reputation for robust security...

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has revealed that Russian government-linked hackers have stolen emails between several U.S. federal agencies and Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT). What Happened: The stolen correspondence was part of a prolonged hack that occurred earlier this...

Chinese actors have reportedly used artificial intelligence (AI) to manipulate videos and disseminate disinformation during Taiwan’s national elections, potentially posing a risk for the upcoming U.S. 2024 elections. What Happened: Taiwanese groups disclosed on Monday that Chinese actors had...

As the United Kingdom (UK) gears up for its 2024 elections, cybersecurity experts are warning of an impending wave of state-sponsored cyberattacks and AI-generated disinformation. What Happened: The UK is expected to face a significant increase in cyber threats in the run-up to the 2024 elections,...

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has implemented a new rule to combat the growing threat of impersonation scams, which cost victims an estimated $1.1 billion last year, “more than three times what consumers reported in 2020.” What Happened: The FTC’s new rule, which came into...

A company launching Monday combines two well-known and growing sectors. Lockchain.ai is developing a risk management platform for the blockchain by utilizing the power of artificial intelligence. What Happened: Launched as the first artificial intelligence-powered blockchain risk management...

AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) has acknowledged a significant data breach that has impacted millions of its customers, saying their passcodes have been compromised. What Happened: During the weekend, the telecommunications company confirmed that “a number of AT&T passcodes have been...

China has been identified as the leading nation in government-backed exploitation of zero-day vulnerabilities, according to a report released by Alphabet Inc.’s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google. What Happened: The Google report, published on Wednesday, revealed that China’s...

In a strategic move to enhance its cybersecurity capabilities, CrowdStrike Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:CRWD) has joined forces with NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA). The collaboration will leverage Nvidia’s advanced AI technology to fortify CrowdStrike’s cybersecurity solutions. What Happened:...

In defiance of U.S. sanctions, North Korean hackers have reportedly laundered $13 million worth of ether (CRYPTO: ETH) through a sanctioned cryptocurrency mixer, Tornado Cash. What Happened: The Lazarus Group, a North Korean cybercrime organization, used Tornado Cash to launder...

As the digital landscape expands, the need for robust cybersecurity solutions has become paramount. Two prominent players, CrowdStrike Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:CRWD) and Palo Alto Networks Inc (NASDAQ:PANW), have emerged as industry leaders in the cybersecurity space. In this stock face-off, we’...