All articles by Swagath Bandhakavi
Swagath Bandhakavi
Leaked FortiGate data exposes 15,000 devices to cyber risks
A 1.6 GB dataset containing sensitive FortiGate device data was leaked on the dark web by the newly emerged Belsen Group in what is its first major operation.
UK government unveils £7m AI trial fund to boost SME productivity
The 120 projects funded under the newly launched AI Opportunities Action Plan will explore how AI can address practical challenges faced by businesses while promoting nationwide adoption.
Nearly half of executives say generative AI is increasing their company’s emissions, study finds
For the minority of companies that use generative AI and track their total emissions, the carbon footprint of the former is set to double within two years.
US implements new controls to strengthen AI chip export regulations
The new rule simplifies export processes for trusted nations, bolsters security standards, and closes loopholes to prevent smuggling and misuse of advanced technology.
Microsoft takes legal action against cybercriminals exploiting Azure AI
Redmond has sued 10 defendants accused of using stolen credentials and custom tools to bypass Azure OpenAI Service safeguards and generate harmful content.
Consumer demand for Gen AI in retail hits 71%, survey finds
The study by Capgemini Research Institute, conducted in late 2024 across 12 countries in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, gathered insights from 12,000 consumers aged 18 and above.
Dutch government engages Nvidia and AMD in talks for AI facility
The planned facility, featuring a supercomputer, aims to advance AI research and innovation while supporting Europe’s broader digital infrastructure goals.
Microsoft implements performance-based redundancies across multiple divisions
The layoffs span multiple departments, reflecting Microsoft’s strategy to refine its talent pool and boost workforce efficiency.
Ivanti reports zero-day exploitation of Connect Secure vulnerability
Mandiant, which is collaborating with Ivanti on the investigation, revealed that attackers exploited CVE-2025-0282 to deploy malware ecosystems.
Semiconductor supply shortages worry over half of chip-dependent firms, survey shows
The findings come from a global survey by the Capgemini Research Institute, involving 250 semiconductor executives and 800 downstream industry leaders across 12 countries.