Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development, Threat Detection Agents Enhance Digital Risk Protection and Open-Source Intelligence in Regulated Environments Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • January 29, 2026 Alex Dhillon, founder and CEO of Outtake (Image: Outtake) A startup founded by a former Palantir engineer has secured $40…
Data Breach at Canada Computers & Electronics Exposes Customer Information Canada Computers & Electronics has reported a data breach affecting some of its customers, generating significant concern among those impacted due to the lack of detailed information provided by the retailer. Affected individuals and cybersecurity professionals alike have expressed dissatisfaction…
United Airlines Targeted in Data Breach Linked to China-Backed Hackers In a significant cybersecurity incident, United Airlines has fallen victim to a sophisticated cyberattack attributed to a group of hackers believed to have ties to the Chinese government. This group is notably responsible for several high-profile breaches, including the notorious…
HIPAA/HITECH, Litigation, Standards, Regulations & Compliance Comstar Settles HIPAA Allegations with $75K Payment Related to 2022 Breach Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • January 29, 2026 Ambulance billing firm Comstar will pay a total of $515,000 to Massachusetts and Connecticut to settle allegations of HIPAA and state data privacy infringements stemming…
Under Armour Data Breach Claims Trigger Alerts for Millions of Users A significant data breach at Under Armour has raised alarms, potentially affecting millions of users who rely on the company’s health and fitness applications. The breach, which has reportedly involved unauthorized access to sensitive user data, serves as a…
In a troubling development for the cybersecurity industry, the globally recognized antivirus provider BitDefender has suffered a data breach that has compromised a segment of its customer data. This incident raises significant concerns about the security protocols in place to protect sensitive user information across the digital landscape. The breach,…
Data Breach Notification, Data Security, HIPAA/HITECH HCIactive Health Data Breach Affects Nearly 3.1 Million Individuals Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • January 28, 2026 Healthcare Interactive (HCIactive) reported that a cyber incident from 2025 has impacted approximately 3.1 million individuals. (Image: HCIactive) In a significant cybersecurity incident reported by Healthcare Interactive,…
Record High Data Compromises Documented in 2025 Annual Report by the Identity Theft Resource Center According to the Identity Theft Resource Center® (ITRC), a total of 3,322 data compromises were reported in 2025, marking a notable increase of five percentage points compared to the previous year, which recorded 3,152 breaches.…
A significant cybersecurity breach has unfolded, targeting Ashley Madison, a platform known for facilitating extramarital encounters. The hackers, referring to themselves as “The Impact Team,” have reportedly leaked approximately 10GB of sensitive user data, affecting nearly 36 million accounts. The breach comes with the alarming tagline that “cheaters are in…
