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Trump’s Homeland Security Budget Slashes CISA Workforce and Crucial Initiatives

Cybersecurity Spending, Government, Industry Specific DHS Budget Proposal Targets CISA’s Operational Capacity Amid Escalating Global Cyber Threats Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • June 2, 2025 The U.S. cyber defense agency braces for significant staffing and budget reductions under the proposed fiscal year 2026 budget. (Image: U.S. Department of Homeland Security) The…

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Iranian Robbinhood Ransomware Operator Admits Guilt in U.S. City Attacks

A 37-year-old Iranian national has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a significant international ransomware scheme that resulted in tens of millions of dollars worth of damages and disrupted essential public services throughout the United States. Sina Gholinejad entered a guilty plea on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, for his participation…

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Innovative Tools and Initiatives for Data Breach Monitoring and Healthcare AI

Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) has unveiled version 2.0, which includes a comprehensive front-end redesign aimed at enhancing data breach visibility. According to security expert Troy Hunt, the update prioritizes user demands for a platform that is both accessible and intuitive. The revamped dashboard now offers consolidated insights into monitored…

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Seven Essential Foundations for a Robust AI Strategy

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Governance & Risk Management, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Transitioning from Disparate Solutions to Comprehensive AI Security Frameworks Rajiv Bahl • May 23, 2025 In conversations with multiple Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) at various artificial intelligence (AI) conferences, a frequent sentiment expressed is a…

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Cybersecurity Experts Demand Greater Accountability Following Ongoing Data Breaches

In March 2023, Latitude Financial, a non-bank lender, fell victim to a significant cyber-attack that compromised approximately 7.9 million driver license numbers along with other personal information. This incident raises serious concerns regarding the security measures in place at financial institutions and highlights the potential vulnerabilities within non-bank lending operations.…

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Tackling the Challenge of Deepfake Videos: Finding Solutions to an Urgent Issue

Topics: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Fraud Risk Management Google’s Veo 3 Garners Praise, But Harbors Significant Risks Suparna Goswami (gsuparna) • May 27, 2025 A glimpse into how Google’s AI tool Veo 3 generates realistic deepfake videos. Responses from fraud prevention experts regarding Google’s Veo…

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Cloud Misconfigurations: The Overlooked Danger to Data Security

Alarmingly, recent studies indicate that a staggering 98.6% of organizations are grappling with significant misconfigurations in their cloud environments. This oversight poses serious threats to both data security and infrastructure integrity. As enterprises rapidly transition to cloud platforms, these small yet critical configuration errors have become the predominant cause of…

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