Month: May 2025

The U.S. Senate has introduced a noteworthy bipartisan bill aiming to enhance cybersecurity practices among federal contractors. This legislation, known as the ‘Federal Contractor Cybersecurity Vulnerability Reduction Act of 2025’, seeks to ensure that contractors comply with updated guidelines from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), mandating the implementation of vulnerability disclosure policies […]

Summary The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), along with the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre and various international partners, have released a set of resources to help organisations implement Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) technologies. These resources aim to enhance threat detection and […]

Microsoft has unveiled insights into a new Russian cyber threat actor named Void Blizzard (also known as LAUNDRY BEAR). This group has been involved in cyberespionage targeting various critical sectors across the globe, particularly focusing on NATO member states and Ukraine. Their strategies involve the use of stolen credentials, targeted spear phishing, and cloud service […]

SpaceX’s recent Starship test flight 9, launched on May 27 from its Starbase site in Texas, ended in failure due to a fuel leak that caused disintegration over the Indian Ocean. This incident follows two previous test failures this year, leaving significant challenges ahead for the ambitious project. The company’s aim to transport payloads and […]

Nissan is taking some serious steps as it offers buyouts to its US workforce and pauses global pay increases, according to recently leaked internal emails. The move seems aimed at streamlining operations amid challenging market conditions. Source: The Business Times Key Points Nissan is offering buyout packages to employees at its US plants as part […]

Summary Miguel Almeida, the General Director of Cisco Portugal, shares insights on the importance of relationships within the business and the key challenges of recruiting and training people. He emphasises the need for collaboration to foster innovation and contribute to Portugal’s economic growth. Reflecting on his 20-year journey with Cisco, he highlights resilience and a […]

An employment tribunal has ruled that an IT director was unfairly dismissed for insisting on working from home during an important mediation meeting. The case highlights the increasing acceptance of remote working arrangements, especially in critical situations. Source: Personnel Today Key Points The tribunal found Ben Wicken’s request to attend a meeting via Microsoft Teams […]

Summary A recent study from Simon Fraser University reveals that workplaces fostering a supportive culture experience lower absenteeism and anxiety, alongside enhanced productivity, performance, and retention. It challenges the notion that organisations cannot significantly encourage employees to disclose mental health concerns. The research highlights that individuals are 55% more likely to report mental health issues […]

New research from SD Worx shows that 42% of UK businesses have jumped on the AI bandwagon for payroll, outpacing the European average by 12%. This shift isn’t just about keeping up; it signals a radical transformation in how companies manage employee queries and payroll processes. Source: theHRD Key Points 42% of UK companies use […]