Bytes Technology warns on increased cyber risk as profit jump

Bytes Technology has recently raised alarms about the increasing risk of cyber threats, coinciding with a substantial profit surge. The company, headquartered in Leatherhead, reported a 21 per cent jump in pre-tax profits, signalling a strong demand for cybersecurity solutions amidst escalating cyber threats worldwide. Source: City AM Key Points Bytes Technology has heightened its […]

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Defense Contractors To Pay $8.4 Million To Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Surrounding Non-Compliance With Cybersecurity Requirements

Summary The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a settlement where several defence contractors will pay $8.4 million for violating the False Claims Act. The allegations include failure to comply with federal cybersecurity requirements and submitting false claims for government contracts. The companies reportedly failed to implement necessary security controls as mandated by federal regulations, […]

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Darktrace backs Trump mandate directing agencies to use commercial tech solutions, as AI use for cybersecurity evolves

Darktrace, a leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, is taking a keen interest in the recent executive order that encourages federal agencies to adopt commercial technology solutions. This move reflects a shift towards modernising how the government identifies and mitigates vulnerabilities in its cybersecurity framework. According to Marcus Fowler, the company’s federal business leader, the initial discussions […]

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Atlantic Council sees role for DHS office to serve as cyber statistics hub focused on incident impacts

The Atlantic Council has presented findings suggesting that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) should broaden the scope of its centralized statistics office. This expansion aims to gather and focus on cyber incident data from various federal and state agencies across the United States. The report highlights a significant gap in U.S. cybersecurity policy, specifically […]

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Fort Bend County withholds $2.6M library cyberattack contracts from public

Summary Fort Bend County is under scrutiny for withholding contracts related to a $2.6 million cybersecurity breach of its library system. The county attorney has defended this decision, citing ongoing investigations as the reason for keeping the information under wraps, despite Texas laws typically requiring these contracts to be public. This decision has sparked debates […]

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How Intelligent Cloud Technology Is Transforming Modern Business

Cloud technology is no longer just about storage; it’s now at the forefront of revolutionising business operations. Intelligent cloud solutions streamline decision-making, automate workflows, and provide insights that can dramatically enhance efficiency across various sectors. Source: Forbes Key Points Faster incident responses through AI-powered cloud security features. Real-time insights support quicker, smarter decision-making. Optimisation of […]

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