All articles by Swagath Bandhakavi
Swagath Bandhakavi
Nearly a third of UK public sector IT professionals anxious about AI security risks
A report by SolarWinds, based on a survey of 100 UK public sector IT decision-makers, highlights security threats, AI adoption and observability challenges as key concerns.
Palo Alto Networks warns of active exploitation of PAN-OS firewall vulnerabilities
Three security flaws, including CVE-2025-0108, CVE-2024-9474, and CVE-2025-0111, are being exploited together to enable unauthorised access to affected systems.
Microsoft unveils Majorana 1 quantum chip with Topological Core architecture
The chip utilises a topoconductor, a material designed to observe and control Majorana particles, enabling the creation of qubits with enhanced reliability and scalability.
AI data security risks escalate amid enterprise push for GenAI adoption
A Fortanix survey found that 87% of security leaders the cybersecurity firm polled reported breaches in the past year.
GenAI adoption in marketing uneven as 27% of CMOs report limited use
Gartner’s survey found that high-performing marketing organisations are 1.3 times more likely to exceed annual profit growth and achieve key objectives in customer acquisition, retention, and revenue expansion.
Cross-border GenAI misuse to drive 40% of AI data breaches by 2027
Gartner warned that as enterprises depend on centralised computing power for AI-driven operations, the risks linked to cross-border data transfers have continued to rise.
Cybersecurity gaps exposed as 96% of S&P 500 firms hit by data breaches
New research has revealed deficiencies in encryption, software patching, and system hosting across multiple industries.
Google Chrome introduces AI-powered update to Safe Browsing feature
Google Chrome’s AI-powered update aims to enhance security by scanning downloads and browser extensions for suspicious activity, thereby improving detection capabilities against online threats.
AI-driven disinformation could trigger UK bank runs, study warns
New research has revealed how AI-powered disinformation campaigns fabricating narratives around bank instability could pose a threat to the banking system.
77% of CFOs plan to increase tech spending in 2025 as cost pressures reshape budgets
The findings reflect an ongoing shift towards digital transformation, with organisations investing in automation, AI-driven insights, and cloud infrastructure to improve efficiency and support long-term growth.