Enterprise software giant ServiceNow is making a huge move into cybersecurity, agreeing to acquire startup Armis for nearly $8 billion. The deal aims to create a comprehensive security platform for the age of AI and connected devices.
A tech journalist reports their PlayStation Network account was compromised twice, even with a passkey and 2FA enabled. The hacker allegedly used a flaw in Sony’s internal tools, requiring only the account’s email address.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology has released a draft profile mapping its Cybersecurity Framework to AI-specific risks. It aims to help organizations secure AI systems, use AI for defense, and thwart AI-powered attacks. Public comments are due by January 30.
According to Forbes, the Trump administration is drafting a concise, five-page national cybersecurity strategy for release in January 2026. It’s structured around six pillars and may be followed by an executive order. The plan reportedly emphasizes cyber deterrence and regulatory alignment.
A new Europol report imagines a 2035 where robots are both crime-fighting tools and criminal weapons. It warns of hijacked care bots, terrorist drone swarms, and public unrest over automation. But some robotics experts think the agency is missing a bigger accountability issue.
The UK government has confirmed a cyberattack on its Foreign Office systems, first detected in October. While a tabloid reported Chinese state hackers stole visa application data, officials call that speculation and say the risk to individuals is low.
Amazon’s Chief Security Officer revealed the company blocked over 1,800 suspected North Korean job applicants since April 2024. These scammers use fake identities to funnel wages to the regime and steal data. The problem is growing across all industries.
A new remote access Trojan called Cellik is being sold as a service to cybercriminals. Its standout feature is an automated tool that pulls apps from the Google Play Store to use as malicious wrappers.
A U.S. federal judge has halted a new Arkansas law that aimed to penalize social media platforms for designs that could harm minors. The judge ruled the law is “likely unconstitutional” and too vague. This is a major win for the tech industry’s pushback against state-level regulations.
Power management giant Eaton is expanding its U.S. manufacturing footprint to capitalize on the AI-driven data center boom. The company will open a new 350,000-square-foot campus in Virginia, creating 200 jobs and focusing on critical power distribution gear. This move is a direct response to unprec
