Upcoming Layoffs at NIST Raise Concerns Among Staff and Stakeholders In a significant development for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a series of layoffs may soon be enacted, potentially impacting hundreds of employees. NIST, a non-regulatory agency under the Department of Commerce, plays a crucial role in…
Information-Stealing Malware Exploits Defense Sector Organizations In recent developments, significant breaches have been reported involving information-stealing malware targeting various organizations within the defense sector, including military agencies. This malicious software has reportedly infected numerous employees across high-profile firms such as Honeywell, Boeing, Leidos, and Lockheed Martin, affecting hundreds of personnel,…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development The Leaderboard Landscape: More Advertising Than Authenticity Rashmi Ramesh (@rashmiramesh_) • February 17, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The publication of benchmark scores by artificial intelligence (AI) model developers is common practice, yet experts suggest that the competitive leaderboard may serve more…
In an era where artificial intelligence is making tremendous strides, concerns over cybersecurity are mounting, as recent incidents involving major players like OpenAI and DeepSeek AI underscore the vulnerabilities that accompany such advancements. Both organizations have faced serious breaches, eliciting alarm over the safety of user data and the potential…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Data Privacy, Data Security U.S. Vice President Urges Europe to Embrace AI with Optimism at Paris Summit Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • February 11, 2025 U.S. Vice President JD Vance (Image: Shutterstock) During the AI Action Summit held in Paris, U.S. Vice President JD Vance emphasized…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Summit to Address Open-Source, AI Governance, and Development Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • February 7, 2025 Élysée Palace, the venue for the upcoming AI Action Summit in Paris (Image: Shutterstock) The prestigious Élysée Palace in Central Paris is set to welcome…
AI Adoption in Cybersecurity: Navigating Risks with Open-Source Solutions In a rapidly evolving landscape, the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining momentum within security operations. However, as highlighted by Forrester’s principal analyst, Allie Mellen, organizations must remain vigilant about the security, privacy, and geopolitical risks associated with new AI…
Microsoft Establishes Advanced Planning Unit to Anticipate AI Impacts In a strategic move to better understand the implications of artificial intelligence on society and the economy, Microsoft has launched a new research unit within its AI division. This "Advanced Planning Unit" (APU) is tasked with analyzing the potential effects of…
DeepSeek-R1 Model Emerges as a Cost-Effective Contender in AI, Disrupting the Status Quo In a notable development within the artificial intelligence sector, China’s DeepSeek has unveiled its R1 model, presenting a formidable challenge to established AI giants such as OpenAI. This innovative model has been touted for its exceptional performance…
