China has ramped up its accusations against Taiwan, alleging that certain individuals within the Taiwanese military are engaging in cyber attacks. In a bid to crack down on these alleged hackers, they are offering bounties for the arrest of 20 individuals, claiming they are connected to military operations aimed at key sectors within China. Source: […]
CrowdStrike’s CEO has addressed the ongoing inquiry by the Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding the company’s accounting practices. In his statement, he expressed confidence in the accuracy of their transaction reporting and reiterated the company’s commitment to transparency. Source: Original Article Key Points The DOJ is currently investigating CrowdStrike’s accounting practices. CEO emphasises their commitment […]
Fashion giant H&M is facing a significant IT outage that has left customers unable to make payments in its UK stores. While the cause of the disruption is still under investigation, speculation is swirling regarding a possible cyberattack, especially in light of recent similar incidents affecting major retailers in the UK. Customers encountered prolonged issues […]
Summary In recent developments, China has firmly rejected accusations from the Dutch Defence Minister stating that China’s technological advancements are a result of espionage. Simultaneously, concerns have arisen in the U.S. regarding significant personnel losses at CISA, which could compromise cyber defence amid escalating foreign threats. Moreover, a pressing dialogue on AI governance is required, […]
Australia is taking a bold step in the fight against ransomware, becoming the first nation to mandate the disclosure of payments made to cybercriminals. The new law, aimed at enhancing transparency around ransomware incidents, will require specific companies to report any payments made after a data breach. Overview The Australian government has introduced this new […]
The North Face has recently alerted customers about potential compromises to their accounts, marking the fourth occurrence of such warnings in the company’s history. This time, the issue stems from a credential stuffing attack reported on April 23, 2025. Known for its outdoor clothing and gear, The North Face boasts over $3 billion in annual […]
Cartier and The North Face are the latest victims in a string of cyber attacks affecting top retailers, confirming that customer data has been compromised. Key Points Both luxury watchmaker Cartier and outdoor retailer The North Face suffered cyber attacks, leading to customer data breaches. Cartier reported limited client information was accessed, including names and […]
MUSE Electronics, a cybersecurity company based in Vienna, has successfully raised a seven-figure investment, thanks to Sparring Capital Partners. The funding will help bolster operations in Europe’s defence and infrastructure sectors. Key Points The investment aims to enhance MUSE Electronics’ secure communication devices designed for use in critical environments. MUSE Electronics develops the BACKBONE device, […]
Japan has introduced a historic new law aimed at strengthening its cybersecurity capabilities amid rising digital threats. The Active Cyberdefence Law (ACD) marks a significant shift in the country’s national security strategy, granting the government new powers to monitor and respond to cyber attacks more proactively. The ACD significantly expands Japan’s ability to counter cyber […]
The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), the government agency responsible for funding scientific research through an annual investment of £8 billion, has experienced a dramatic surge in cyber attacks in 2025. Data suggests that the agency has been subjected to over 5.4 million cyber incidents, marking a sixfold increase compared to the previous year. Most […]
