Category: Cybersecurity and Tech Innovation

During a recent budget hearing, House Homeland Security Chair Mark Green took the opportunity to voice his worries surrounding CISA’s so-called “censorship industrial complex.” He stressed the pressing need to tackle cyber threats, especially from China, amidst discussions on President Trump’s fiscal 2026 budget request. Green’s statements highlight the critical nature of maintaining robust cybersecurity […]

The U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security recently held a hearing on the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) proposed budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026. The main focus of discussion was the rising threats posed by Chinese cyber attacks, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in the nation’s infrastructure. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem testified, emphasizing the urgent […]

Xona Systems has teamed up with Solution Synergy to boost secure access for critical infrastructure sectors. This collaboration aims to modernise operations with enhanced identity-based access management while ensuring safety and reliability. Key Points Xona’s platform integrates with Solution Synergy’s cybersecurity expertise, targeting critical infrastructure industries. The partnership focuses on secure, streamlined access to operational […]

As the online outage nears the month-long mark, is M&S ready to take orders via its website yet? Summary Marks & Spencer (M&S) is still grappling with a significant online disruption caused by a cyberattack that occurred over Easter weekend, which has halted UK online orders since April 25. This breach affected customer data, although […]

In a rapidly changing digital landscape, FinTech firms are finding themselves increasingly vulnerable to a wave of data privacy litigation. The article discusses a significant rise in data breach lawsuits, highlighting the gaps in compliance and communication within firms that can lead to costly legal repercussions. Key Points Data breaches lawsuits surged from 400 in […]

Summary Google has warned that hackers who previously targeted UK retailers, including Marks & Spencer, are now shifting their focus to the US. The hacking group known as “Scattered Spider” is noted for its aggressive tactics and is said to have disrupted the operations of several retailers. John Hultquist from Google emphasised the need for […]