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DroneShield expands Ukraine presence, advances AI counter-drone tech

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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DroneShield boosts its Ukraine operations via a new partnership, enhancing AI counter-drone tech shaped by battlefield experience for use in 40+ countries.
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AI drives data centre surge to $387 billion by end of 2025

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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AI and sovereign data laws drive global data centre market to an estimated $387 billion by 2025, reshaping infrastructure and energy use worldwide.
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Jen Easterly joins Huntress Strategic Advisory Board for AI focus

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Jen Easterly, ex-CISA Director, joins Huntress' Strategic Advisory Board to enhance AI-led cybersecurity as the firm advances its USD $1.5 billion growth.
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Rimini Street joins GSA Schedule, saving US agencies up to 50%

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Rimini Street has joined the US GSA Schedule, enabling government agencies to save up to 50% on Oracle, SAP and VMware support services.
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Cloudflare report reveals surge in internet shutdowns & outages

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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Cloudflare's Q2 2025 report reveals a sharp rise in global internet shutdowns from government actions, outages, cable damage and cyberattacks, hitting multiple countries.
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Siren 14.7 boosts police investigations with AI-driven insights

Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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Siren's 14.7 investigative platform uses AI to help police tackle complex threats, enabling real-time analysis of vast data for faster, clearer insights.
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Japan enacts Active Cyber Defense Law to neutralise threats

Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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Japan has passed the Active Cyber Defense Law, allowing pre-emptive action against cyber threats while safeguarding privacy and civil liberties.
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Spectra launches cyber resilience certification for MSPs

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Spectra launches a cyber resilience certification for MSPs, backed by a specialist advisory board to improve cybersecurity and insurance outcomes.
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High-performance tech framework attracts global police sector

Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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New Zealand's Vantaset, based on elite athlete research, is gaining interest from UK, US and North American police and defence sectors to boost workforce performance.
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Oracle launches defence ecosystem to boost security tech ties

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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Oracle has launched the Oracle Defense Ecosystem to enhance security tech collaboration and access to cloud and AI for US and allied defence sectors.
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Alex van Someren joins Paladin to boost cybersecurity advisory

Sat, 14th Jun 2025
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Cybersecurity expert Alex van Someren has joined Paladin Capital Group as Strategic Advisor to enhance guidance on global cyber and AI threats.
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CISA budget cut sparks security fears among experts

Thu, 5th Jun 2025
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President Trump's 2026 budget plan cuts CISA funding by USD $495 million, risking cybersecurity readiness amid rising threats and concerns over election security.
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OpenAI forum explores how reasoning AI will shape global economics

Wed, 14th May 2025
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OpenAI's forum revealed how reasoning AI, like the new O-series models, is set to transform global economics, work, and international security strategies.
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Former CIA Chief George Tenet joins Illumio board to boost AI cybersecurity

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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George J. Tenet, ex-CIA Director, joins Illumio's board to boost focus on AI-driven breach containment in hybrid and multi-cloud cybersecurity.
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CVE system secures 11-month extension worth USD $44 million

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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CISA extends its contract with MITRE for another 11 months at USD $44 million, securing the critical CVE vulnerability programme amid funding concerns.
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Future of CVE repository in doubt as MITRE contract ends

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Concerns rise as MITRE's contract to manage the CVE vulnerability database nears expiry, risking disruption to global cybersecurity infrastructure.
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Trend Micro explores Russian cyber underground's influence

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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Trend Micro's latest report unveils the evolution of the Russian-speaking cyber underground, revealing its impact on global cybercrime amid shifting geopolitical landscapes.
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Logically partners with Databricks to enhance threat detection

Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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Logically has teamed up with Databricks to bolster organisations' defences against online threats, combining AI technology with data intelligence.
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Kiteworks achieves FedRAMP High Ready status for Gov Cloud

Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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Kiteworks has achieved FedRAMP High Ready Status for its Secure Gov Cloud, reinforcing its dedication to meet government agencies' stringent security requirements.
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Rising ICS/OT cyber threats due to budgetary imbalances

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.