Why non-human identities are a security priority
Non-human identities (NHIs) -- such as service accounts, tokens, API keys, and workloads -- are exploding in volume, now outnumbering humans 50 to one, but they remain under-observed, under-protected, and dangerously over-privileged.
New data from identity security platform Silverfort shows 40 percent of cloud NHIs do not have an owner. These accounts are often excluded from proper lifecycle management, leaving them unobserved, unprotected, and open to abuse.
Big tech's privacy paradox: Why regulatory alignment is now a technical imperative
The integration of Meta AI into WhatsApp represents a fascinating case study in how technical capabilities can undermine strategic positioning.
WhatsApp’s success was built on a simple technical promise -- end-to-end encryption that creates a secure communication channel. Yet, the introduction of an AI chatbot that explicitly warns users against sharing sensitive information exposes a fundamental architectural contradiction that has broader implications for the tech industry.
New tool helps organizations ignore CVEs
Ignoring vulnerabilities and exposures may not seem like a good idea, but conventional strategies rely heavily on vulnerability severity (CVSS) and exploitability indicators (EPSS), which ignore whether vulnerabilities are exploitable or already mitigated by existing defenses in a specific organization.
More than 40,000 new CVEs were disclosed in 2024, of which 61 percent were labeled as high or critical, but they won't all be a risk to every business. A new tool from Picus Security allows security teams to verify the exploitability of vulnerabilities and determine which pose real-world risks based on their unique environments.
DDoS and IP transit: Why integration is the smart choice for modern connectivity
As Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks grow in both frequency and sophistication, organizations are being forced to re-evaluate their defensive strategies. Gone are the days when a standalone DDoS mitigation service tacked onto your infrastructure was enough for peace of mind.
The current threat landscape demands faster response times, simplified operations, and coordinated protection. A rising trend is the integration of DDoS mitigation directly with IP transit from a single provider.
How data sovereignty is becoming mission critical to enterprises
New research shows that 30 percent of large enterprises have already made the strategic commitment to a sovereign AI and data platform, and 95 percent say it will be mission critical for them within the next three years.
The research by EDB interviewed more than 2,000 senior executives across 13 countries about how they are planning for the agentic AI world. The initial findings show that 30 enterprises a day are making strategic commitments to becoming sovereign AI and data platforms.
Signal declares war on Microsoft Recall with screenshot blocking on Windows 11
Signal has officially had enough, folks. You see, the privacy-first messaging app is going on the offensive, declaring war on Microsoft’s invasive Recall feature by enabling a new “Screen security” setting by default on Windows 11. This move is designed to block Microsoft’s AI-powered screenshot tool from capturing your private chats.
If you aren’t aware, Recall was first unveiled a year ago as part of Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC push. The feature quietly took screenshots of everything happening on your computer, every few seconds, storing them in a searchable timeline. Microsoft claimed it would help users “remember” what they’ve done. Critics called it creepy. Security experts called it dangerous. The backlash was so fierce that Microsoft pulled the feature before launch.
Hulu + Live TV loses another channel
Hulu + Live TV subscribers are about to lose yet another channel, and this time, it’s not just another licensing shuffle. The Vevo Features Channel is going away, but not because Hulu chose to drop it. Instead, Vevo itself is shutting the whole thing down.
The change takes effect on June 26, 2025. Hulu initially emailed subscribers to say the channel would no longer be available, but didn’t offer much context. That changed after a tweet from Hulu confirmed the real reason: “Sorry for any disappointment! Is this regarding Vevo Features? If so, we’re no longer able to offer the channel as it’s being shut down by Vevo.”
OpenAI spends billions to buy Jony Ive's io as Sam Altman bets big on design-led future
OpenAI is officially buying Jony Ive’s hardware startup, io, for more than $6 billion. Yes, you read that right. The folks behind ChatGPT are now writing checks to bring legendary design talent and a brand-new product lab into their orbit.
Sam Altman and Jony Ive have apparently been quietly plotting this partnership for years, according to their announcement. What started as casual brainstorming and a bit of creative daydreaming apparently turned into “tangible designs” that both parties think could change the way we interact with computers.
Logitech G522 LIGHTSPEED headset launches with RGB and long battery life
Logitech G has introduced its latest gaming headset. The “G522 LIGHTSPEED,” as it is called, is a new entry in the company’s G5 Series. This headset can be used both wired and wireless.
The G522 features 40mm PRO-G audio drivers built from biocellulose, delivering synchronized 48kHz/24-bit audio. These specs aim to offer detailed sound reproduction with low distortion, intended to help players pick up on in-game audio cues such as footsteps and reloading sounds. On the communication front, the headset includes a detachable omnidirectional microphone rated at 48kHz/16-bit.
New AI platform knows when you're lying, tired, or overwhelmed
Neurologyca has launched a new multi-modal AI platform called Kopernica that introduces emotional context to machine intelligence.
Described by the company as a “first-of-its-kind,” Kopernica uses real-time data from facial expressions, vocal tones, and behavioral signals to detect and interpret human emotions, cognitive states, and potential health risks, such as strokes. The platform is being positioned as a foundational layer for emotionally aware AI systems.
Critical vulnerabilities found across all cloud providers
A new report from CyCognito highlights critical security vulnerabilities across cloud-hosted material, revealing that one in three easily exploitable vulnerabilities or misconfigurations are found on cloud assets.
Though uncommon, critical vulnerabilities (CVSS 9.0 or higher) have been detected on assets hosted by all cloud providers, with assets hosted by Azure showing a slightly higher percentage (0.07 percent) compared to assets hosted by AWS and Google Cloud (0.04 percent).
Windows 7 Reloaded solves Windows 11's biggest problem -- download it now
One of the first things people notice about Windows 11 is its redesigned interface, most obviously, the taskbar and Start menu, which are now centered. It’s a major departure from the classic layout of Windows 10 and earlier, and for long-time users, the change can take some getting used to.
If you’re someone who prefers the familiar feel of earlier versions, particularly Windows 7, there’s now a stylish way to bring that experience back.
Free open-source Woodpecker aims to make red-teaming more accessible
Runtime AI defense platform Operant AI is launching Woodpecker, an open-source, automated red teaming engine, that isn't for the birds but aims to make advanced security testing accessible to organizations of all sizes.
As organizations increasingly adopt complex cloud-native applications and AI technologies, security vulnerabilities have become more sophisticated and challenging to detect. Woodpecker is designed to help organizations proactively detect and address security vulnerabilities across AI systems, Kubernetes environments, and APIs.
AI adoption accelerates security risks in hybrid cloud
Hybrid cloud infrastructure is under mounting strain from the growing influence of artificial intelligence, according to a new report.
The study, from observability specialist Gigamon, of over 1,000 global security and IT leaders, shows breach rates have surged to 55 percent during the past year, representing a 17 percent year-on-year rise, with AI-generated attacks emerging as a key driver of this growth.
How failure to identify AI risks can lead to unexpected legal liability [Q&A]
Use of generative AI is becoming more common, but this comes with a multitude of inherent risks, security and data privacy being the most immediate. Managing these risks may seem daunting, however, there is a path to navigate through them, but first you have to identify what they are.
We talked to Robert W. Taylor, Of Counsel with Carstens, Allen & Gourley, LLP to discuss how a failure to identify all the relevant risks can leave businesses open to to unexpected legal liabilities.
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