Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Healthcare, HIPAA/HITECH As Time Runs Short, Biden Administration Releases Updated AI Strategic Framework for HHS Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • January 10, 2025 The Biden administration has released a new AI strategic roadmap for HHS (Image: HHS) In its final days in office, the Biden…
In a significant cybersecurity breach, sensitive data belonging to children has been compromised due to a hack involving PowerSchool, an educational technology company used by numerous school districts across the United States. This incident raises severe concerns about the security measures in place to protect the personal information of young…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Nvidia and Semiconductor Group Challenge Proposed Export Restrictions on AI Chips Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 10, 2025 Nvidia and the Semiconductor Industry Association have openly criticized proposed last-minute export restrictions on AI chip technology. (Image: Shutterstock) The Biden administration’s…
A recent lawsuit has been filed against T-Mobile, alleging that the telecommunications giant has failed to rectify ongoing cybersecurity vulnerabilities that contributed to a substantial data breach affecting millions of Americans. The action, initiated by the Office of the Attorney General in Washington State, claims that T-Mobile violated the state’s…
In recent legislative developments, a new law has emerged that categorizes the distribution, maintenance, and updating of certain applications, including their source code, as “unlawful.” This law aims to restrict entities from enabling the continued operation of applications like TikTok within the United States. Specific provisions include barring app stores,…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Also: Cybersecurity Tech Leader Amit Yoran’s Life, Leadership, and Legacy Anna Delaney (annamadeline) • January 10, 2025 Clockwise, from top left: Anna Delaney, Tom Field, Michael Novinson, and Chris Riotta In a recent panel discussion, editors from the Information…
Rhode Island is taking significant steps to notify individuals affected by a recent ransomware attack that targeted its social services database, known as RIBridges. During a press conference on Friday, Governor Dan McKee announced the mailing of notification letters to individuals impacted by the cyber incident that occurred in December.…
Microsoft and several other technology companies have taken significant measures to prohibit the use of their generative AI systems for the creation of harmful content. This prohibition encompasses a range of materials, including those that involve or promote sexual exploitation and abuse, erotic or pornographic content, and any forms of…
Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Cyberespionage Campaign Targets Treasury Office Responsible for Foreign Investment Review David Perera (@daveperera), Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 10, 2025 Image: Shutterstock A cyberespionage campaign attributed to Chinese hackers has reportedly compromised a U.S. government office critical to the evaluation of foreign…
