In response to the escalating threat posed by low-cost weaponized drones targeting American forces overseas, the U.S. military is intensifying its efforts to safeguard troops from aerial attacks. Amid this urgent situation—which includes the exploration of costly weaponry, advanced directed energy systems, and an expanded fleet of drones—the Pentagon is…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Geo Focus: The United Kingdom, Geo-Specific UK Regulator Highlights Privacy Risks from ML and NLP Tools Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • November 8, 2024 The U.K. Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has raised alarms regarding artificial intelligence (AI) tools employed for job applicant screening, indicating significant privacy…
Securing supply chains against complex cyberattacks has never been more crucial as they serve as essential conduits for industries ranging from healthcare to manufacturing, while also being appealing targets for cybercriminals. The connected nature of contemporary business ecosystems has made third-party vendors key players in maintaining sensitive systems. However, many…
Leadership & Executive Communication, Training & Security Leadership, Video CIO Alex Gallo Discusses Managing Digital Transformation, Security, and Lifelong Learning Anna Delaney (annamadeline) • November 1, 2024 Alex Gahlo, CIO and CyberEdBoard member In a landscape increasingly defined by rapid digital transformation, Alex Gallo, a member of CyberEdBoard and Chief…
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in India has formed a high-level committee tasked with investigating a troubling rise in digital arrest scams and cyber fraud incidents. This initiative underscores the central government’s ongoing commitment to combat cybercrime, particularly in light of the increasing prevalence of cybercriminals orchestrating “digital arrests”…
Cybersecurity experts have identified a significant vulnerability in Replicate, an artificial intelligence (AI)-as-a-service provider, potentially allowing malicious actors to access proprietary AI models and sensitive user data. The disclosure was made by the cloud security firm Wiz, which reported that the flaw could have resulted in unauthorized access to AI…
As businesses worldwide continue to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI), a pivotal shift is occurring in the way organizations comprehend risk and compliance. These elements are evolving from mere bureaucratic requirements into vital aspects for successfully embedding AI within corporate frameworks. In the past, efforts related to risk and compliance were…
Hugging Face Reports Unauthorized Access to Spaces Platform Hugging Face, a prominent player in the artificial intelligence sector, announced on Friday that it identified an unauthorized access incident involving its Spaces platform earlier this week. The company expressed concern that sensitive information associated with certain Spaces may have been compromised…
U.S. Treasury Implements New Regulations on Foreign Tech InvestmentsThe U.S. Department of Treasury has enacted new regulations aimed at curbing investments from American entities into critical technologies developed by foreign adversaries. This announcement, made on Monday, underscores the government’s commitment to safeguarding national security interests while still promoting open investment…
