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How Check Point Developed Its AI Security Platform Through Mergers and Acquisitions

Agentic AI, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development CEO Nadav Zafrir Addresses Recent Acquisitions and Shifts in AI Strategy Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • January 20, 2026 Nadav Zafrir, CEO, Check Point Software (Image: Check Point Software) As organizations increasingly integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their operational…

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Privacy Commissioner Launches Inquiry into Manage My Health Cybersecurity Breach

Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster. Photo: VNP / Phil Smith The Privacy Commissioner of New Zealand, Michael Webster, has initiated an inquiry into the recent cybersecurity breach affecting Manage My Health, a platform widely used for managing personal health information. This breach appears to have compromised sensitive data from approximately 120,000…

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SamSam Ransomware Attacks Thwarted Nearly $6 Million in Extortion Payments

Since its emergence in December 2015, SamSam ransomware has evolved into a lucrative venture for cybercriminals, extracting nearly $6 million from its victims. Recent findings from Sophos reveal that the operators of SamSam have garnered over $5.9 million, drawn from 233 targeted victims, with an escalating profit trend averaging approximately…

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Casino Files Lawsuit Against Cybersecurity Firm for Inability to Prevent Hackers

A cybersecurity firm, Trustwave, is facing legal action from Affinity Gaming, a casino operator based in Las Vegas. The lawsuit alleges that Trustwave conducted an investigation deemed “woefully inadequate” in response to a network breach that exposed the casino’s systems. The action highlights growing concerns regarding the effectiveness of cybersecurity…

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Ivanti Alerts on Ongoing Attacks Targeting Another Endpoint Manager Mobile Vulnerability

Ivanti has announced a significant security vulnerability affecting its Endpoint Manager Mobile (EPMM), previously known as MobileIron Core. This flaw, referred to as CVE-2023-35081 and rated with a CVSS score of 7.8, has reportedly been leveraged in real-world exploit chains by threat actors. The vulnerability affects several supported versions of…

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HHS Calls on Healthcare Sector to Strengthen Security Measures for PHI and Devices

Healthcare, HIPAA/HITECH, Industry Specific Federal Agencies Urge HIPAA Entities to Strengthen Security Risk Management Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • January 19, 2026 HHS is calling on HIPAA-regulated entities, such as hospitals and their third-party associates, to enhance the security of their IT systems, software, and medical devices. (Image: Getty Images)…

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TSMC Halts Production Following Computer Virus Attack Affecting iPhone Chip Supply

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Faces Disruption Due to Virus Attack Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), a critical player in the semiconductor industry and the exclusive supplier of system-on-chip (SoC) components for Apple’s iPhones and iPads, experienced a significant operational setback following a computer virus outbreak. The incident, which occurred late…

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