The White House ordered Anthropic to restrict exports of its AI models Fable and Mythos due to national security concerns, marking the first major test of US export controls on advanced AI. The decision follows concerns over a South Korean telecom's access and a reported "jailbreak" of Fable 5, highlighting challenges in controlling powerful AI technologies.
Das israelische Cybersicherheits-Startup Dream hat eine neue Finanzierungsrunde über 260 Millionen Dollar abgeschlossen, was seine Bewertung auf 3 Milliarden Dollar erhöht. Das Unternehmen plant, nach Deutschland zu expandieren und ein Büro in München zu eröffnen. Mitgründer Sebastian Kurz hält knapp 15 Prozent des Unternehmens.
Sebastian Kurz's Cybersecurity-Firma Dream schließt eine Finanzierungsrunde über 260 Mio. Dollar ab. Die Bewertung des KI-Unternehmens steigt auf 3 Mrd. Dollar. Kurz betont die Bedeutung staatlicher KI-Kontrolle.
France's ANSSI will stop certifying security products without quantum-resistant encryption in 2027, aligning with US NSA timelines and pushing vendors to adopt post-quantum cryptography for government contracts.
France's cybersecurity agency ANSSI will stop certifying security products without quantum-resistant encryption from 2027, urging companies to adopt quantum-safe solutions by 2030. This move addresses concerns over future quantum computers cracking current encryption.
The UK's National Cyber Security Centre reported over 200 cyber-incidents hitting critical national infrastructure in the past year, with state-linked actors, including Russia, China, and Iran, responsible for three-quarters of attacks. Advances in AI are expected to accelerate threats by 2028.
Russia's Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov stated that the current geopolitical situation has allowed Russia to create the world's most technologically advanced and secure cybersecurity system. He also highlighted the growth of e-commerce and Russian businesses' readiness to enter ASEAN markets.
SpaceX's historic $85.7bn IPO made Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire. The US government ordered Anthropic to restrict foreign access to its advanced AI models due to cybersecurity concerns. Meanwhile, a project in Latin America aims to develop region-specific AI models.
Cybersecurity experts and tech CEOs are protesting the Trump administration's restrictions on Anthropic's advanced AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5. They argue the move disarms defenders against malicious hackers and hinders efforts to protect digital infrastructure, while not uniquely addressing AI risks.
The US Commerce Department issued an export control directive to Anthropic, citing unspecified national security concerns, forcing the AI company to shut down its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models. Experts criticize the move as heavy-handed and dangerous, potentially weakening US cybersecurity capabilities.
Le tensioni nello Stretto di Hormuz evidenziano la vulnerabilità energetica e delle supply chain europee. Questo scenario, tuttavia, sta creando significative opportunità di investimento in settori come energia, produzione industriale e difesa, con aziende italiane in prima linea.
Rosoboronexport will exhibit Russian advancements in drones, special forces equipment, and cybersecurity systems at an upcoming exhibition in Belarus. The display will highlight unmanned technologies, gear for special forces, and cybersecurity solutions, with discussions planned on new projects to enhance bilateral security.
Dozens of cybersecurity experts have signed an open letter to the U.S. government, requesting the lifting of export controls on Anthropic's Fable and Mythos AI models, citing national security concerns and the need for defenders to access these tools.
Cybersecurity startup NewCore has secured $66 million in funding to address the challenge of managing AI agents as they become integrated into the workforce. The company aims to provide a unified platform for authenticating, governing, and controlling both human and AI identities at scale.
US export controls have restricted Indian access to Anthropic's advanced AI models, Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5, just after the company hailed India as its second-largest market. Experts warn this could hinder defensive security efforts and fuel calls for sovereign AI.
Meta removed face recognition code from its smart glasses app, while xAI's Grok continues to host deepfakes. Anthropic released a safer AI model, and the US issued new AI threat directives. Europe seeks to distance itself from US Big Tech, and new projects aim to enhance privacy. The FCC proposed rules that could end burner phones, hackers exploited Oracle software, and Microsoft released a massive patch update. Google sued a scam group using its AI, and Trump replaced his intelligence chief pick.
Anthropic has suspended its new AI model, Claude Fable 5, after US authorities raised security concerns. The company stated it was ordered to suspend foreign nationals from using the model, which it described as "too powerful." The suspension comes amid a separate lawsuit between Anthropic and the Trump administration over AI tool usage.
France's cybersecurity agency Viginum has accused Israeli tech company BlackCore of orchestrating a digital interference campaign targeting Scottish First Minister John Swinney and the Scottish government during recent elections. The firm allegedly used proxy social media accounts to spread disinformation, with similar operations noted in France, New York, Togo, and Angola. The sponsor behind BlackCore's actions remains unidentified.
China's State Administration for Market Regulation, Cyberspace Administration, and National Railway Administration have jointly summoned seven online travel platforms, including Ctrip and Qunar, to address irregular operations such as misleading ticket sales and improper collection of user data. The platforms are urged to comply with relevant laws and regulations to maintain market order and protect consumer rights.
Russia has lifted its ban on the gaming platform Roblox following widespread complaints from children and parents. The platform was banned in December for allegedly distributing extremist materials and promoting "LGBT propaganda."
CISA issued a new directive requiring federal agencies to patch software vulnerabilities within three days for critical cases, driven by AI's potential to accelerate exploitation. The rule supersedes previous mandates and aims to improve prioritization amidst funding challenges.
Anthropic's new Fable AI model, a public version of its cybersecurity tool Mythos, is facing criticism from researchers for overly strict guardrails that block even benign requests related to cybersecurity or biology.
China's cybersecurity watchdog warns against third-party AI 'skills' packages that bypass safety guardrails or offer crypto-mining functions, citing risks of data leaks and money laundering. Users are advised to use official channels and limit permissions.
Adaptive Security has partnered with comedian Conan O'Brien for a 15-part educational video series aimed at training clients and employees on cybersecurity threats like phishing and deepfakes, addressing the common issue of boring corporate training.
