How digital DNA can identify developers from their code [Q&A]
Recent high-profile attacks have placed increased emphasis on the software supply chain and the need to understand where code has originated.
A developer's coding style is as unique as their fingerprint and, thanks to artificial intelligence, it’s possible to identify an author based on a short code segment. Felix Mächtle, a researcher at the University of Lübeck and member of the AI Grid research network, has developed a tool that does just that. We spoke to him to learn more.
Microsoft enables JScript9Legacy scripting engine to improve Windows 11 security
Microsoft has announced that it is moving away from Jscript in Windows 11 24H2 to make scripting more secure, and boost Windows 11 security overall.
The change sees the company enabling JScript9Legacy by default in the latest version of Windows 11. Despite stressing the important security implications of the change, Microsoft is not changing from Jscript to JScript9Legacy in operating system edition prior to Windows 11 24H2.
Apple may use iPhone Presto method to wirelessly update Macs before sale
It is a frustrating position to find yourself in – bringing home or taking delivery of a newly purchased computer only to find that you can’t use it before installing a massive update. This is something Apple is looking to alleviate with macOS Tahoe.
For a little while, Apple has used a wireless system called Presto which allows the company to update iPhones to the very latest version of iOS without the need to open the box. Now it seems that the same system could be used to ensure that newly purchased Macs have all of the latest updates installed from day one.
Half of Americans think AI is a threat, the other half don't. Who's right?
As artificial intelligence moves from tech circles into daily life, Americans are sharply divided over what it means for the future.
A new Gallup survey finds that 49 percent of U.S. adults see AI as “just the latest in a long line of technological advancements that humans will learn to use to improve their lives and society.”
Earth intelligence is becoming a $20B industry -- what is it, and why should you care?
By 2030, companies will be spending more on Earth intelligence than governments and military bodies combined, according to new research from Gartner. The firm predicts that more than half of all Earth intelligence spending will come from the private sector by the end of the decade, up from less than 15 percent in 2024.
But what on Earth, excuse the pun, even is Earth intelligence? As defined by Gartner, it is “the application of AI to Earth observation data to deliver solutions specific to industries and business functions.” This involves collecting satellite and sensor data, transforming it, and applying AI tools to generate insights for business use.
Ransomware is evolving faster than it's being stopped
The number of active ransomware groups has jumped 45 percent in the past year, according to a new report from GuidePoint Security’s GRIT team.
Covering Q2 2025, the report outlines how cybercriminals are regrouping, rebranding and using recycled tools to launch fresh attacks across industries.
European manufacturers face critical vulnerabilities
The manufacturing industry is the most targeted industry for cyberattacks and this has has now been the case for four consecutive years.
A new study from KnowBe4 shows that this combined with the manufacturing sector’s expanding digital footprint is putting operations, intellectual property, and economic resilience at risk from critical vulnerabilities.
Persistent security gaps found in hybrid identity systems
Organizations are continuing to struggle to identify and address security vulnerabilities in hybrid identity systems such as Active Directory, Entra ID, and Okta.
This is among the findings of a new report, from AI-powered identity security and cyber resilience company Semperis, which is based on results from Purple Knight a free Active Directory security assessment tool by Semperis that has been downloaded by 45,000+ organizations.
OT security becomes a board priority for enterprises
Operational technology (OT) can often be a cybersecurity weak spot for enterprises, relying as it does on older hardware and operating systems that are hard to update.
It’s no surprise then that a new report from Fortinet shows there has been a significant increase in the global trend towards corporations planning to integrate cybersecurity under the CISO or other executives.
New Red Hat Enterprise Linux for Business Developers is available for free
Linux stalwart Red Hat has announced the general availability of Red Hat Enterprise Linux for Business Developers. Designed for enterprise development use, the new platform is free of charge as Red Hat seeks to make things easier and more accessible for business development teams.
The new self-service offering is made available through the Red Hat Developer Program with the aim of simplifying an increasingly complex IT landscape. Red Hat is looking to assist development teams in building, testing and iterating on applications more quickly and on the same platform that underpins production systems across the hybrid cloud at no cost.
Elon Musk shunned by Linda Yaccarin as she steps down as CEO of X
Linda Yaccarin has made the surprise announcement that she is stepping down from her position as CEO of X.
Having been the head of Elon Musk’s social media platform for two years, Yaccarin has not given any reason for her decision to leave. However, her announcement comes after xAI’s Grok chatbot spewed out a series of antisemitic content.
YouTube is fighting AI slop with new monetization guidelines
YouTube has become overrun with mass-produced content generated by artificial intelligence. Known as AI slop, such content has spread cancerously across the video platform as pseudo creators seek to make a quick buck.
Now Google has had enough. Seeking to de-incentivize the creation of such content, it is updating YouTube policies so that it will be much more difficult to make money from AI slop.
Microsoft admits Windows Server Update Services sync is failing
Following complaints from users about problems with Windows Server Update Services, Microsoft has spoken out. The company has confirmed that WSUS has suffered issues preventing synchronization and deployment of updates.
This is a serious headache for businesses and organizations that rely on WSUS to manage Windows updates across networks. Reports of errors have been popping up for a couple of days, with scheduled synchronization actions showing to have failed in event logs.
Nvidia becomes world’s most valuable public company at $4 trillion
Nvidia has become the world’s first public company to hit a $4 trillion market valuation, marking a major milestone in the tech and finance industries.
Reuters reports the tech giant’s shares climbed to a record high of $164 on Wednesday, driven by continued investor enthusiasm around AI and its dominant role in powering that growth.
Back to the office means back to basics on security
The shift to remote work was hastened by the Covid-19 pandemic, pushing companies to quickly adapt to employees working from home. Years later, remote and hybrid work remain common, offering a high degree of flexibility that many workers now take for granted.
Businesses have increasingly begun encouraging employees to return to the office, if only part-time. Leaders point to benefits like easier collaboration, improved team dynamics, and a clearer boundary between work and home life.
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