Germany has charged Russia with orchestrating a cyber attack and launching a disinformation campaign targeting the 2024 elections, raising alarm over election security and foreign meddling, BBC reports
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China has accused the U.S. of involvement in the 2020 cyber heist that saw $13 billion in Bitcoin stolen, ramping up tensions over cybersecurity and digital currencies, reports Fortune. The investigation is ongoing
Russia’s Sandworm hackers have launched powerful wiper attacks targeting Ukraine’s grain industry, aiming to disrupt agricultural operations and strike at the heart of the nation’s vital food supply, Recorded Future reports
Espionage siphoned an astonishing $12.5 billion from Australia’s economy in 2023-24, disclosed ASIO chief Mike Burgess. This dramatic increase underscores growing concerns about national security and foreign interference
France has raised alarms about a notorious hacking group with ties to Russia, which is reportedly trying to breach the Paris Olympics and several key French agencies. With the prestigious event on the horizon, authorities are ramping up their defenses, underscoring the urgent need to safeguard critical infrastructure.
The UK government has proposed a new cyber bill that threatens fines of £100,000 a day for companies failing to protect sensitive data. Aimed at bolstering cybersecurity measures, the legislation underscores a growing commitment to safeguarding digital infrastructure.
Recent analyses indicate that various China-backed cyber groups, beyond the notorious Salt Typhoon, are displaying increasingly sophisticated offensive capabilities. These specialized skills underscore a growing strategic focus in cyber warfare, raising concerns for global cybersecurity.