The Weekly Closeout: Nike appoints innovation chief and retailers face cyberattacks

Summary Nike has appointed Tony Bignell as its new chief innovation officer, stepping up as the company continues to enhance its product and brand offerings. This transition comes in light of recent cybersecurity breaches affecting various retailers, including Victoria’s Secret, Adidas, and The North Face, raising concerns over the security of consumer data and IT […]

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Procter & Gamble to Cut 7,000 Jobs: What the Layoffs Reveal About Automation and Restructuring

Summary Procter & Gamble (P&G) has announced a plan to eliminate around 7,000 global white-collar jobs over the next two years as part of a significant automation-driven restructuring. This move aims to streamline operations and enhance productivity while reducing bureaucratic hurdles. The CFO stated that the goal is to shift towards a leaner, more digital-focused […]

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Garbarino questions DHS on impact of MAV program shutdown on FCEB agencies

Summary Andrew Garbarino, a member of the U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security, has reached out to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding the imminent shutdown of the Mobile App Vetting (MAV) program. Garbarino, who serves as chairman of the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection, is seeking details on how this termination may […]

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NIST releases draft 800-18r2 for system security, privacy, supply chain planning; calls for public comment

The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released Special Publication 800-18r2, focusing on developing system plans that cover security, privacy, and Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management Plans (CSCRM). This draft is open for public comments until July 30, 2025, as NIST seeks feedback on its technical accuracy and usability. Source: Article URL […]

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EU Cyber Blueprint unifies crisis management, sets joint response framework, enhances cross-border coordination

Telecom ministers from the EU have giving the green light to the EU Cyber Blueprint, a new framework aimed at boosting the bloc’s collective response to cyber threats. This initiative streamlines cooperation and lays the groundwork for a coordinated approach to combat cyber incidents, focusing on critical infrastructure and services. The blueprint is vital for […]

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Convergint Day of Service For School Safety

Convergint, a major player in electronic security and safety, recently rallied over 11,000 volunteers for their 24th annual Social Responsibility Day. This massive initiative saw Convergint employees dedicating around 60,000 hours to community service across 37 countries, benefitting more than 174 organisations and schools. The company collaborated with numerous partners, contributing over $639,000 in goods […]

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Forescout, Coalfire partner to deliver FedRAMP-authorized cybersecurity solutions for US public sector agencies

Forescout Technologies has teamed up with Coalfire to streamline the FedRAMP Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes for its Cloud Services. This partnership aims to help US public sector agencies modernise their cybersecurity, aligning with Federal Zero Trust Strategy and DoD device requirements. Source: Industrial Cyber Key Points The partnership accelerates the FedRAMP ATO process for […]

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Claroty debuts impact-centric approach to CPS risk reduction with device purpose, risk benchmarking capabilities

Claroty, a leader in cyber-physical systems (CPS) protection, has introduced innovative capabilities in its Claroty xDome platform to improve risk reduction strategies for businesses. The newly added features, Device Purpose and Risk Benchmarking, enable a deeper understanding of how devices contribute to overall risks in their environments, ensuring prioritisation of risk reduction efforts. Source: Article […]

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Blackpoint Cyber and UKON Partner to Redefine Cyber Risk Protection

Blackpoint Cyber and UKON are shaking things up in the cyber risk protection scene! This exciting partnership merges Blackpoint’s 24/7 Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service with UKON’s innovative cyber insurance marketplace to offer managed service providers (MSPs) real-time protection and smarter insurance coverage. Source: CIO Dive Key Points Partnership aims to enhance how MSPs […]

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Goodbye Passwords: Unibeam Secures $6M to End the Need for OTPs

In today’s digital landscape, the urgency to address the vulnerabilities of traditional authentication methods, such as passwords and SMS-based one-time passwords (OTPs), is becoming increasingly apparent. Cybercriminals exploit these weaknesses, resulting in a sharp rise in identity theft, account takeovers, and financial fraud. Enter Unibeam, an Israeli startup that has raised $6 million in seed […]

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