Summary Thames Water has decided to pause its bonuses for executives associated with a £3 billion loan rescue deal, amidst mounting criticism over their performance regarding water leaks and sewage discharges. This decision follows accusations that the company’s leaders were “rewarding themselves for failure.” Analysts highlight the need for a revised approach to executive pay […]
Summary Pedro Brito, Associate Dean and CEO at Nova SBE Executive Education, discusses the evolution of leadership in Portugal, particularly in light of the upcoming Unplugged Leadership event. This initiative aims to foster deeper connections, sharing insights on the integration of technology in coaching and leadership development. Brito highlights the urgent need for continuous leader […]
Vantage Circle, a behavioural-science-powered global employee recognition and rewards SaaS platform, has made waves at the SHRM TECH 2.0 Conference & Expo held in Mumbai. At this event, Partha Neog, CEO and co-founder of Vantage Circle, was featured in a compelling panel titled “Workplace 2.0: Decoding Culture for Gen AI Success”. The discussion focused on […]
Enterprises are increasingly teaming up with HR outsourcing service providers to harness AI and analytics, significantly enhancing employee experience and overall workforce performance. This transformation is paving the way for HR to transition from a support system to a strategic asset, as indicated by the latest ISG Provider Lens™ research reports. Source: Article URL Key […]
Microsoft has successfully tackled a significant malware threat that affected 394,000 Windows computers over a two-month period. This news comes after their Digital Crimes Unit collaborated with law enforcement to combat Lumma Stealer, a malware notorious for stealing sensitive information such as passwords and credit card details. Source: Article URL Key Points Microsoft’s Digital Crimes […]
On 21 May 2025, the state of Rhode Island revealed the findings of an investigation into a significant cyberattack on its RIBridges system, conducted by CrowdStrike. The analysis highlighted a breach that affected around 644,401 individuals, offering a detailed timeline of events and methods used by the cyberthreat actor. Source: ct.moreover.com Key Points The RIBridges […]
Summary In the wake of a crippling cyberattack, UK retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) announced plans to fast-track its digital transformation from a two-year project to just six months. The attack, which occurred on April 19, is expected to cost the company £300 million ($400 million) in profits, but M&S aims to use this incident […]
Summary Cybereason has issued a Threat Alert regarding a phishing campaign targeting Central and Eastern Europe that uses copyright infringement lures to deliver a variant of the Rhadamanthys stealer. The campaign exploits the DLL side-loading technique of a legitimate PDF reader for stealthy code execution, showcasing a complex infection chain through phishing emails that impersonate […]
In recent cyber and tech news, tensions are escalating globally with China threatening legal repercussions for those aiding US semiconductor restrictions, while a massive malware operation from LummaC2 has been disrupted, affecting millions. Additionally, Russian hackers are under scrutiny for breaching organisations to monitor aid efforts to Ukraine. Key Points China possible legal actions against […]
Summary Microsoft, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), has taken significant steps to dismantle the Lumma Stealer malware network, a major cybercrime tool responsible for vast data breaches. This international effort involved partners like Europol and various cybersecurity firms. The Lumma Stealer malware infected over 394,000 Windows machines and has been pivotal […]
