Artificial Intelligence, Cyber threats and Government

How threat actors can use generative artificial intelligence?

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) is rapidly revolutionizing various industries, including cybersecurity, allowing the creation of realistic and personalized content. The capabilities that make Generative Artificial Intelligence a powerful tool for progress also make it a significant threat in the cyber domain.

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U.S. Lawmakers Push to Ban DeepSeek from Government Devices

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The United States is taking a firm stance against potential cybersecurity threats from artificial intelligence (AI) applications with direct ties to foreign adversaries. Under no circumstances can we allow a CCP company to obtain sensitive government or personal data." On February 6, 2025, U.S. For the U.S. What's next?

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Google's AI Trends Report: Key Insights and Cybersecurity Implications

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, and its impact on cybersecurity is no exception. From automating cybersecurity defenses to combatting adversarial AI threats, the report underscores both the power and pitfalls of AI-driven security.

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News alert: CyTwist launches threat detection engine tuned to identify AI-driven malware in minutes

The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 7, 2025

Ramat Gan, Israel, January 7th, 2025, CyberNewswire — CyTwist , a leader in advanced next-generation threat detection solutions, has launched its patented detection engine to combat the insidious rise of AI-generated malware. Prioritized Rapid Detection and Response: Speed is critical when responding to AI-driven threats.

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EU Pumps €1.3 Billion into Cybersecurity, AI, and Digital Skills to Fortify Europe’s Tech Future

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 3, 2025

billion) bet on Europes digital future, with a strong focus on shoring up cybersecurity defenses, boosting artificial intelligence, and closing the digital skills gap. Another significant effort is developing a Cyber Resilience Act single reporting platform. The European Commission is making a massive 1.3 billion ($1.4

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AI-Powered GRC: Revolutionizing Risk Management and Compliance

SecureWorld News

JANUARY 14, 2025

In the rapidly evolving landscape of corporate governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC), artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changing force. Implementing robust AI governance frameworks is crucial to address these challenges and maximize the benefits of AI in GRC.

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Top 10 Cybersecurity Trends to Expect in 2025

Hacker's King

DECEMBER 24, 2024

As the digital landscape evolves, cybersecurity remains a critical concern for businesses, governments, and individuals alike. With the advent of new technologies and rising cyber threats , 2025 promises significant shifts in the cybersecurity domain.

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AI Appreciation Day Recognizes Positive Contributions

SecureWorld News

JULY 16, 2025

July 16th marks Artificial Intelligence Appreciation Day, a relatively new observance established in May 2021 by A.I. For cybersecurity professionals, this year's observance carries more weight than ever as AI becomes increasingly intertwined with both threats and defenses.

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Are Cybersecurity Jobs in High Demand?

Hacker's King

OCTOBER 19, 2024

In today’s increasingly digital world, businesses, governments, and individuals face an ever-growing threat from cyberattacks. As cyber threats escalate, the demand for skilled professionals in cybersecurity is skyrocketing. In response, cybersecurity jobs in government and defense sectors have increased dramatically.

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AI Cybersecurity Firm Raises $100 Million to Strengthen National Security

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Dream, an AI cybersecurity startup, has raised $100 million in a Series B funding round led by Bain Capital Ventures to bolster its mission of defending nations and critical infrastructure from cyber threats. Dreams Cyber Language Model (CLM) is the backbone of its approach.

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Why SMS two-factor authentication codes aren't safe and what to use instead

Zero Day

JUNE 17, 2025

"The company and its founder have worked with government spy agencies and surveillance industry contractors to surveil mobile phones and track user location," Bloomberg reported. In this instance, the messages passed through a controversial Swiss outfit named Fink Telecom Services. Your MacBook is getting a big upgrade.

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MasterCard Buys Recorded Future for $2.6B: What It Means for AI Cybersecurity

SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

In total, they work with 45 national governments and 1500+ clients in 75 countries , making them the world's largest threat intelligence company. The need to anticipate, rather than react to, cyber threats is now paramount. Of course, questions about cutting down on their workforce arise.

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From Compliance to Confidence: How AI Is Reshaping Third-Party Risk

SecureWorld News

MAY 13, 2025

As geopolitical instability, supply chain disruption, and cyber threats continue to escalate, third-party risk management (TPRM) is evolving from a compliance function to a strategic business imperative. Technology is only as effective as the governance around it," the report states.

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Healthcare Cybersecurity Market Soars: Key Trends and Insights

SecureWorld News

MAY 2, 2025

The healthcare sector faces an unprecedented wave of cyber threats, which in turn is fueling record growth in cybersecurity spending. This regulatory environment essentially requires continuous investment in cybersecurity tools, training, and governance. The market's expected ris e to $82.9

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Marco Rubio Impersonation Reveals Growing Threat of AI-Powered Attacks

SecureWorld News

JULY 9, 2025

State Department employees and reported by The Washington Post , the impersonator used a Signal account with the display name "Marco.Rubio@state.gov," reaching out to diplomats and high-ranking government officials. The evolving landscape of cyber threats This incident reflects a broader shift in the cybersecurity threat landscape.

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The Implications of Microsoft's New European Security Program

SecureWorld News

JULY 21, 2025

Against this backdrop, Microsoft recently launched its European Security Program (ESP) , a comprehensive cybersecurity initiative aimed at supporting European governments against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, particularly those powered by artificial intelligence. government and many European states.

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Why It’s Time to Replace Your Legacy SIEM and What to Consider as a Replacement?

IT Security Guru

DECEMBER 16, 2024

They collect and analyze security alerts, protecting against threats. Modern cyber threats outpace legacy SIEM systems. Fixed rules govern conventional security systems, limiting their accuracy. At times, real threats may slip through undetected. This exposes a critical weakness in your digital defenses.

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The Relevance of Privacy-Preserving Techniques and Generative AI to DORA Legislation

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 28, 2024

To address these challenges, the European Union introduced the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) in 2022, designed to ensure that financial entities can withstand and recover from cyber threats while maintaining operational continuity. Underpin technologies with a unified centralized key management regime where appropriate.

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AI and the Future of Work: What It Means for Cybersecurity and Beyond

SecureWorld News

MAY 7, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer an emerging trendit's a present-day disruptor. From automated threat detection to generative content creation, AI is transforming industries, workflows, and, yes, entire careers. Demand for AI governance, model validation, and security for AI systems is increasing.

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Cybersecurity Challenges in Cross-Border Data Transfers and Regulatory Compliance Strategies

Security Affairs

MARCH 11, 2025

The digital revolution has enabled organizations to operate seamlessly across national boundaries, relying on cross-border data transfers to support e-commerce, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and financial transactions.

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Security Affairs newsletter Round 514 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION

Security Affairs

MARCH 8, 2025

CISA adds Multiple Cisco Small Business RV Series Routers, Hitachi Vantara Pentaho BA Server, Microsoft Windows Win32k, and Progress WhatsUp Gold flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog U.S.

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Cybersecurity Snapshot: Tenable Highlights Risks of AI Use in the Cloud, as UK’s NCSC Offers Tips for Post-Quantum Cryptography Adoption

Security Boulevard

MARCH 21, 2025

For more information about how cybercriminals are leveraging AI: How AI is making phishing attacks more dangerous (TechTarget) How AI agents help hackers steal your confidential data - and what to do about it (ZDNet) How cyber criminals are using artificial intelligence (AI) for online threats (Government of Canada) The near-term impact of AI (..)

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16 billion passwords leaked across Apple, Google, more: What to know and how to protect yourself

Zero Day

JUNE 22, 2025

In this world, data is cheap and unnecessarily collected in bulk by companies that don't protect it effectively or govern themselves in data collection practices well. Also: Apple, Google, and Microsoft offer free password managers - but should you use them? Your MacBook is getting a big upgrade.

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Facebook's new passkey support could let you ditch your password once and for all

Zero Day

JUNE 19, 2025

5 best features I can't wait to use in MacOS 26 Yet another European government is ditching Microsoft for Linux - here's why The best AI for coding in 2025 (including a new winner - and what not to use) Is ChatGPT Plus really worth $20 when the free version offers so many premium features? Your MacBook is getting a big upgrade.

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Cybersecurity Snapshot: SANS Recommends Six Controls To Secure AI Systems, While NCSC Warns About Outdated API Security Methods

Security Boulevard

APRIL 4, 2025

1 - SANS: Six critical controls for securing AI systems How do you protect the growing number of artificial intelligence (AI) systems your organization is gleefully deploying to improve business operations? Automated Indicator Sharing and Australias Cyber Threat Intelligence Sharing Platform.

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Who is Hero?

Security Boulevard

JUNE 26, 2025

Meet Swimlane Hero AI Hero AI is a collection of generative and agentic artificial intelligence (AI) innovations available in Swimlane Turbine. AWS Raises Expertise Bar for MSSP Partners Heightened Cyber Threat from Iran Sparks Urgent Calls for Vigilance and Mitigation Will AI Replace You — or Promote You?

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Microsoft fixes two SharePoint zero-days under attack, but one is still unresolved - how to patch

Zero Day

JULY 23, 2025

One US state official said the attackers had "hijacked" a collection of documents designed to help people understand how their government works, the Post added. Active since 2012, Linen Typhoon specializes in stealing intellectual property, mainly targeting government, defense, strategic planning, and human rights organizations.

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The AI complexity paradox: More productivity, more responsibilities

Zero Day

JULY 7, 2025

PT peepo/Getty Images Does artificial intelligence (AI) make working life easier or complicated? The impact of AI depends on where and how it is applied. The impact of AI depends on where and how it is applied. Written by Joe McKendrick, Contributing Writer Contributing Writer July 7, 2025 at 1:04 a.m.

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Forget Ray-Bans: The $499 Meta Oakley smart glasses are better in almost every way

Zero Day

JUNE 20, 2025

5 best features I can't wait to use in MacOS 26 Yet another European government is ditching Microsoft for Linux - here's why The best AI for coding in 2025 (including a new winner - and what not to use) Is ChatGPT Plus really worth $20 when the free version offers so many premium features? Your MacBook is getting a big upgrade.

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2025 Cybersecurity Predictions: Not Getting Easier; But There is Hope

SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Greater Collaboration Between Governments and the Private Sector: Initiatives to share threat intelligence will strengthen, fostering a collective defense strategy against increasingly sophisticated cyber adversaries. AI Governance Across Supply Chains: U.S.-based Major AI-Driven Cyberattack in the U.S.:

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Heard about the 16 billion passwords leak? Here are the facts and how to protect yourself

Zero Day

JUNE 20, 2025

In this world, data is cheap and unnecessarily collected in bulk by companies that don't protect it effectively or govern themselves in data collection practices well. Also: Apple, Google, and Microsoft offer free password managers - but should you use them? Your MacBook is getting a big upgrade.

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Wyze wants to keep prying eyes away from your cameras with this new feature

Zero Day

JUNE 20, 2025

5 best features I can't wait to use in MacOS 26 Yet another European government is ditching Microsoft for Linux - here's why The best AI for coding in 2025 (including a new winner - and what not to use) Is ChatGPT Plus really worth $20 when the free version offers so many premium features? Your MacBook is getting a big upgrade.

Password Management

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I upgraded my Pixel 9 Pro to Android 16 - here's what I love (and what's still missing)

Zero Day

JUNE 20, 2025

5 best features I can't wait to use in MacOS 26 Yet another European government is ditching Microsoft for Linux - here's why The best AI for coding in 2025 (including a new winner - and what not to use) Is ChatGPT Plus really worth $20 when the free version offers so many premium features? Your MacBook is getting a big upgrade.

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Cybersecurity Month Checklist: Fortify Your Digital Defenses

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 23, 2024

It also reminds us that with increasing cyber threats, organizations in every industry must prioritize robust security measures. AI Fairness Begins at Home As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes mainstream in businesses and is increasingly used for decision-making, the data used in these models must be governed properly.

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How passkeys work: Going passwordless with public key cryptography

Zero Day

JULY 11, 2025

As standards go, the W3C WebAuthn standard is technically independent of the passkey standard, which itself is governed by the FIDO Alliance. WebAuthn is the official name of the World Wide Web Consortium's (W3C) standard for passwordless authentication on the web.

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IVPN review: This VPN takes privacy to the next level

Zero Day

JUNE 27, 2025

The company publishes annual security and transparency audit reports, including government requests it has received. The provider also has an open-door policy whereby anyone can report any security exploits they've identified for immediate action.

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DOGE Initiative Raises Cybersecurity Concerns Over AI Use in Government

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team led by Elon Musk is leveraging artificial intelligence to analyze government spending at the Department of Education (DOE). A recent Washington Post report has revealed that the U.S.

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Trump Signs Executive Order Overhauling US Cybersecurity Policies

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 9, 2025

The order shifts focus toward foreign cyber threats while limiting sanctions against domestic actors, including those related to potential election hacking. President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday revamping US cybersecurity policies by scrapping several initiatives from the Biden and Obama administrations.

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AI leaders must take a tight grip on regulatory, geopolitical, and interpersonal concerns

Zero Day

JUNE 11, 2025

In a milestone 400th episode of DisrupTV, Ray and I had the privilege of hosting three exceptional thought leaders to discuss the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and essential leadership strategies for today's digital landscape.

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AI's not the only hot tech trend - check out the year's other 11, according to McKinsey

Zero Day

JULY 23, 2025

Also: How AI agents can generate $450 billion by 2028 - and what stands in the way In the firm's latest report , published Tuesday, artificial intelligence ranked at the top of the list (for a number of reasons, which we'll get into below).

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Your Android phone just got a big upgrade for free - these Pixel models included

Zero Day

JUNE 17, 2025

5 best features I can't wait to use in MacOS 26 Yet another European government is ditching Microsoft for Linux - here's why The best AI for coding in 2025 (including a new winner - and what not to use) Is ChatGPT Plus really worth $20 when the free version offers so many premium features? Your MacBook is getting a big upgrade.

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AI will handle half of all business decisions by 2027 - Gartner report

Zero Day

JUNE 18, 2025

While the report doesn't get into details about what such automated top-down decision-making could look like in practice, it recommends that board members get ahead of this trend by starting to draft policies around the use and governance of AI.

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Yet another European government is ditching Microsoft for Linux - here's why

Zero Day

JUNE 16, 2025

" declared Digitalisation Minister Dirk Schrödter, speaking via an open-source video platform, in his announcement that the German state of Schleswig-Holstein will phase out all Microsoft software from government workplaces. Written by Steven Vaughan-Nichols, Senior Contributing Editor June 16, 2025 at 1:49 a.m.

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Yes, your internet provider can throttle your speed. Here's an easy solution that may help

Zero Day

JUNE 23, 2025

While China has only three ISPs, for example, all three are state-owned, and its government takes nonenforcement to the extreme. Generally speaking, in countries that lack net neutrality regulations, ISPs have the freedom to manipulate internet speeds in any way they wish. Your MacBook is getting a big upgrade.

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How threat actors can use generative artificial intelligence?

U.S. Lawmakers Push to Ban DeepSeek from Government Devices

Trending Sources

Google's AI Trends Report: Key Insights and Cybersecurity Implications

News alert: CyTwist launches threat detection engine tuned to identify AI-driven malware in minutes

EU Pumps €1.3 Billion into Cybersecurity, AI, and Digital Skills to Fortify Europe’s Tech Future

AI-Powered GRC: Revolutionizing Risk Management and Compliance

Top 10 Cybersecurity Trends to Expect in 2025

AI Appreciation Day Recognizes Positive Contributions

Are Cybersecurity Jobs in High Demand?

AI Cybersecurity Firm Raises $100 Million to Strengthen National Security

Why SMS two-factor authentication codes aren't safe and what to use instead

MasterCard Buys Recorded Future for $2.6B: What It Means for AI Cybersecurity

From Compliance to Confidence: How AI Is Reshaping Third-Party Risk

Healthcare Cybersecurity Market Soars: Key Trends and Insights

Marco Rubio Impersonation Reveals Growing Threat of AI-Powered Attacks

The Implications of Microsoft's New European Security Program

Why It’s Time to Replace Your Legacy SIEM and What to Consider as a Replacement?

The Relevance of Privacy-Preserving Techniques and Generative AI to DORA Legislation

AI and the Future of Work: What It Means for Cybersecurity and Beyond

Cybersecurity Challenges in Cross-Border Data Transfers and Regulatory Compliance Strategies

Security Affairs newsletter Round 514 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION

Cybersecurity Snapshot: Tenable Highlights Risks of AI Use in the Cloud, as UK’s NCSC Offers Tips for Post-Quantum Cryptography Adoption

16 billion passwords leaked across Apple, Google, more: What to know and how to protect yourself

Facebook's new passkey support could let you ditch your password once and for all

Cybersecurity Snapshot: SANS Recommends Six Controls To Secure AI Systems, While NCSC Warns About Outdated API Security Methods

Who is Hero?

Microsoft fixes two SharePoint zero-days under attack, but one is still unresolved - how to patch

The AI complexity paradox: More productivity, more responsibilities

Forget Ray-Bans: The $499 Meta Oakley smart glasses are better in almost every way

2025 Cybersecurity Predictions: Not Getting Easier; But There is Hope

Heard about the 16 billion passwords leak? Here are the facts and how to protect yourself

Wyze wants to keep prying eyes away from your cameras with this new feature

I upgraded my Pixel 9 Pro to Android 16 - here's what I love (and what's still missing)

Cybersecurity Month Checklist: Fortify Your Digital Defenses

How passkeys work: Going passwordless with public key cryptography

IVPN review: This VPN takes privacy to the next level

DOGE Initiative Raises Cybersecurity Concerns Over AI Use in Government

Trump Signs Executive Order Overhauling US Cybersecurity Policies

AI leaders must take a tight grip on regulatory, geopolitical, and interpersonal concerns

AI's not the only hot tech trend - check out the year's other 11, according to McKinsey

Your Android phone just got a big upgrade for free - these Pixel models included

AI will handle half of all business decisions by 2027 - Gartner report

Yet another European government is ditching Microsoft for Linux - here's why

Yes, your internet provider can throttle your speed. Here's an easy solution that may help

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