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Information security
fromArs Technica
1 hour ago

UK gov's Mythos AI tests help separate cybersecurity threat from hype

Mythos outperformed previous models in TLO tests, showing capability in attacking vulnerable systems but still facing limitations in complex scenarios.
#digital-sovereignty
fromTNW | Eu
3 days ago
Software development

France orders all government ministries to ditch Windows for Linux in digital sovereignty push

fromZDNET
2 months ago
France politics

Why France just dumped Teams and Zoom for homegrown videoconferencing

Europe politics
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Digital sovereignty isn't just a buzzword - it's the future

European governments and companies are prioritizing digital sovereignty due to concerns over US control and dependency.
Software development
fromTNW | Eu
3 days ago

France orders all government ministries to ditch Windows for Linux in digital sovereignty push

France is migrating government workstations from Windows to Linux to enhance digital sovereignty and reduce dependencies on non-European technologies.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
France politics

Why France just dumped Teams and Zoom for homegrown videoconferencing

#quantum-computing
fromTNW | Eu
8 hours ago
European startups

France bets 500 million that quantum computing is the tech race Europe can finally win

OMG science
fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win?

Alice & Bob is a French quantum computer company developing reliable quantum computers and expanding its facilities near Paris.
European startups
fromTNW | Eu
8 hours ago

France bets 500 million that quantum computing is the tech race Europe can finally win

France is emerging as a strong competitor in quantum computing, led by startups like Alice & Bob with innovative error-correcting technologies.
fromComputerworld
23 hours ago

The French government eyes alternatives to Windows

DINUM will coordinate a cross-ministerial plan to reduce dependence on suppliers outside Europe. Each ministry will be required to develop its own plan by this fall, covering the following areas: workstations, collaboration tools, antivirus software, artificial intelligence, databases, virtualization, and network equipment.
EU data protection
#france
France news
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

France to ditch Windows for Linux to reduce reliance on US tech | TechCrunch

France plans to transition government computers from Microsoft Windows to Linux to reduce reliance on U.S. technology.
France news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

France Advances Law Mandating Self Custody Funds' Disclosure

The French National Assembly passed a bill requiring disclosure of self-custody wallets holding over 5,000 euros.
France news
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

France to ditch Windows for Linux to reduce reliance on US tech | TechCrunch

France plans to transition government computers from Microsoft Windows to Linux to reduce reliance on U.S. technology.
France news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

France Advances Law Mandating Self Custody Funds' Disclosure

The French National Assembly passed a bill requiring disclosure of self-custody wallets holding over 5,000 euros.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 hour ago

Privacy advocates want Google to stop handing consumer data over to ICE

Google is being investigated for allegedly failing to notify users before disclosing their data to law enforcement.
fromNature
20 hours ago

Researchers: here's how to audit your fragmented digital identity

A search for 'Guo Wei' in ORCID returned 616 profiles, none affiliated with the Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, highlighting the difficulty in verifying academic identities.
Higher education
Europe news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 hour ago

Trump Flips On Former Key European Ally: It's Her Who's Unacceptable'

Trump criticized Meloni after her defense of the Pope, claiming she has changed and is now unacceptable.
#ukraine
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 hours ago

Germany's aid to Ukraine faces challenges

Germany has significantly increased its support for Ukraine amid concerns over US aid reductions and the ongoing war with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 hours ago

Ukraine strikes drone production, military support deal with Germany

Germany and Ukraine have formed a strategic defense partnership focusing on drone expertise and air defense support amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
12 hours ago

Germany, Ukraine discuss drone deal as Merz hosts Zelenskyy

Germany supports Ukraine's EU membership and emphasizes the need for peace and security in ongoing discussions.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 hours ago

Germany's aid to Ukraine faces challenges

Germany has significantly increased its support for Ukraine amid concerns over US aid reductions and the ongoing war with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 hours ago

Ukraine strikes drone production, military support deal with Germany

Germany and Ukraine have formed a strategic defense partnership focusing on drone expertise and air defense support amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
12 hours ago

Germany, Ukraine discuss drone deal as Merz hosts Zelenskyy

Germany supports Ukraine's EU membership and emphasizes the need for peace and security in ongoing discussions.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
12 hours ago

Germany news: Merz hosts Zelenskyy in Berlin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Berlin for government consultations, prompting extraordinary security measures.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
7 hours ago

Dangerous Apps In the Web of Data Brokers

Smartphone apps collect detailed location data, often shared with data brokers, posing security risks to users, including soldiers and government officials.
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
4 hours ago

DOJ: Man Who Attacked Sam Altman's House Threatened to Kill Other Tech CEOs | KQED

A Texas man faces charges for attempted murder of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman after violent attacks at his home and company headquarters.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
11 hours ago

More than a quarter of people in Germany have an immigration background

Germany's immigrant population reached 22 million in 2025, comprising 26.3% of the total population, with growth slowing compared to previous years.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago

EFF HOPE: Join Us This August!

Conferences like HOPE are where that community comes together to learn, connect, and push these ideals forward. EFF is proud to be at HOPE 26.
Privacy technologies
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago

Hot Off the Press: EFF's Updated Guide to Tech at the US-Mexico Border

"The Battalion Search and Rescue always carries the Electronic Frontier Foundation's zine in our desert rig. We're finding new surveillance all the time, and without a resource like that, we wouldn't know what the hell we're looking at."
Roam Research
Law
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Computer engineer claims he was penalised for flagging Israeli links of firm given 'bananas' server access at top Irish cybersecurity company

A cyber-security firm reprimanded an engineer for discriminatory comments regarding an Israeli company's access to its servers amid concerns about Palestinian genocide.
#openai
Information security
fromAxios
15 minutes ago

OpenAI expands access to cyber AI as hacking risks grow

OpenAI is shifting to a model that emphasizes identity verification for access to sensitive cybersecurity tools while expanding availability.
Information security
fromAxios
15 minutes ago

OpenAI expands access to cyber AI as hacking risks grow

OpenAI is shifting to a model that emphasizes identity verification for access to sensitive cybersecurity tools while expanding availability.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Iran tries to cosy up to Europe to increase pressure on US

Iran is leveraging European relations to pressure the US for compromises regarding its uranium stockpile and the Strait of Hormuz.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

PM embraces Brexit divisions as he seeks closer ties with Europe

Sir Keir Starmer aims for closer EU relations, negotiating alignment on standards and rules, provoking significant political debate on sovereignty and governance.
#cybersecurity
Privacy technologies
fromYahoo Tech
4 days ago

Hackers Are Using Your Home Router to Spy on Microsoft 365 Users

Russian spies exploited consumer routers to steal Microsoft 365 credentials from thousands of users, turning home devices into espionage tools.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

Weekly Recap: Fiber Optic Spying, Windows Rootkit, AI Vulnerability Hunting and More

A critical zero-day vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader is actively exploited, alongside state-sponsored cyber threats targeting U.S. infrastructure.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

US push to counter hackers draws industry deeper into offensive cyber debate

The U.S. government seeks private sector involvement in cyber defense, but clarity on offensive roles remains uncertain.
Information security
fromZDNET
4 days ago

Your router may be vulnerable to Russian hackers, FBI warns: 5 steps to take now

FBI and NSA warn of Russian hackers targeting vulnerable routers, urging users to update firmware and strengthen passwords.
Privacy technologies
fromYahoo Tech
4 days ago

Hackers Are Using Your Home Router to Spy on Microsoft 365 Users

Russian spies exploited consumer routers to steal Microsoft 365 credentials from thousands of users, turning home devices into espionage tools.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

Weekly Recap: Fiber Optic Spying, Windows Rootkit, AI Vulnerability Hunting and More

A critical zero-day vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader is actively exploited, alongside state-sponsored cyber threats targeting U.S. infrastructure.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

US push to counter hackers draws industry deeper into offensive cyber debate

The U.S. government seeks private sector involvement in cyber defense, but clarity on offensive roles remains uncertain.
Information security
fromZDNET
4 days ago

Your router may be vulnerable to Russian hackers, FBI warns: 5 steps to take now

FBI and NSA warn of Russian hackers targeting vulnerable routers, urging users to update firmware and strengthen passwords.
#ai
fromFortune
1 day ago
Information security

Anthropic caused panic that Mythos will expose cybersecurity weak spots, but one industry veteran says real problem is fixing, not finding, them | Fortune

Information security
fromFortune
4 days ago

Anthropic's Mythos is a wake up call, but experts say the era of AI-driven hacking is already here | Fortune

Anthropic's Mythos AI model is too dangerous to release widely due to its ability to exploit software vulnerabilities.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

What Are Security Experts Saying About Claude Mythos and Project Glasswing?

Claude Mythos Preview enhances vulnerability detection but poses risks if misused by cybercriminals, prompting Anthropic to limit its public release.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Is Mythos a blessing or a curse for cybersecurity? It depends on whom you ask

Claude Mythos AI model may enhance cybersecurity defenses but also poses risks for hackers due to its ability to identify vulnerabilities and create exploits.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

Runtime security becomes critical as AI accelerates threats

Artificial intelligence accelerates innovation and cyber threats, necessitating a focus on runtime security for effective enterprise protection.
Information security
fromFortune
1 day ago

Anthropic caused panic that Mythos will expose cybersecurity weak spots, but one industry veteran says real problem is fixing, not finding, them | Fortune

Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview AI model identifies cybersecurity vulnerabilities, but experts question its impact on fixing existing issues.
Information security
fromFortune
4 days ago

Anthropic's Mythos is a wake up call, but experts say the era of AI-driven hacking is already here | Fortune

Anthropic's Mythos AI model is too dangerous to release widely due to its ability to exploit software vulnerabilities.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

What Are Security Experts Saying About Claude Mythos and Project Glasswing?

Claude Mythos Preview enhances vulnerability detection but poses risks if misused by cybercriminals, prompting Anthropic to limit its public release.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
21 hours ago

UK reliance on US big tech companies is 'national security risk', claims report | Computer Weekly

The UK is at risk due to over-reliance on US tech companies for critical infrastructure, impacting national security.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Europe mulls the prospect of a NATO without the US

NATO is experiencing its worst crisis due to tensions between the US and European allies over the Iran war.
Privacy professionals
fromRoute Fifty
1 day ago

Getting privacy policy right in a competitive digital economy

State and local leaders aim to balance privacy protection with economic competitiveness, as inconsistent privacy laws can hinder business operations and consumer trust.
#bureaucracy
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
10 hours ago

Analysis of 216M Security Findings Shows a 4x Increase In Critical Risk (2026 Report)

Critical risk findings surged by nearly 400% amid a 52% increase in raw alert volume, driven by AI-assisted development.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
23 hours ago

Huge Group of Experts Warns Meta That Its Pervert Glasses Will Enable Terrible Crimes

Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses face backlash for privacy violations and plans for facial recognition technology, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
#data-breach
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
7 hours ago

Europe's Largest Gym Chain Says Data Breach Impacts 1 Million Members

Basic-Fit experienced a data breach affecting personal information of approximately 1 million members across several European countries.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Data-Security
1 day ago

Basic-Fit hit by hack affecting members across multiple countries, including 200,000 in the Netherlands

Basic-Fit experienced a data breach affecting 200,000 members, exposing personal and bank details but not passwords or identity documents.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

European Commission admits breach of public web systems

The European Commission confirmed a data breach affecting its public web infrastructure, with details on the extent and nature of the data taken remaining unclear.
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
7 hours ago

Europe's Largest Gym Chain Says Data Breach Impacts 1 Million Members

Basic-Fit experienced a data breach affecting personal information of approximately 1 million members across several European countries.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Data-Security
1 day ago

Basic-Fit hit by hack affecting members across multiple countries, including 200,000 in the Netherlands

Basic-Fit experienced a data breach affecting 200,000 members, exposing personal and bank details but not passwords or identity documents.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

European Commission admits breach of public web systems

The European Commission confirmed a data breach affecting its public web infrastructure, with details on the extent and nature of the data taken remaining unclear.
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

France charges four over failed attack on US bank

The man in his early twenties from a Paris suburb had been charged with 'terrorist criminal conspiracy' and remanded in custody. French counter-terrorism prosecutors suspect he asked teenagers to place an explosive device outside the US financial institution near the famed Champs-Elysees avenue.
France news
Europe politics
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

State official to EU: Work with us on tech policy or fall behind a generation

The EU's regulatory regime hinders innovation and collaboration with the U.S., threatening economic competitiveness and technological advancement.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

BrowserGate: Claims of LinkedIn 'Spying' Clash With Security Research Findings

LinkedIn allegedly scans users' computers to collect data on browser extensions, raising concerns about corporate espionage.
#eu-directive
#cybercrime
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
9 hours ago

Triad Nexus Evades Sanctions to Fuel Cybercrime

Triad Nexus is a cybercrime network responsible for over $200 million in losses through scams and money laundering, using various techniques to evade sanctions.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

European officials highlight private sector help in major cybercrime takedowns

Private sector partners play a crucial role in cybercrime takedowns, aiding law enforcement in disrupting criminal activities and infrastructure.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
9 hours ago

Triad Nexus Evades Sanctions to Fuel Cybercrime

Triad Nexus is a cybercrime network responsible for over $200 million in losses through scams and money laundering, using various techniques to evade sanctions.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

European officials highlight private sector help in major cybercrime takedowns

Private sector partners play a crucial role in cybercrime takedowns, aiding law enforcement in disrupting criminal activities and infrastructure.
#eu
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

Full rollout of new EU border checks hit by delays and disruption

The EU's Entry/Exit System is not fully operational, causing significant delays and disruptions at airports and ports despite claims of full implementation.
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

Full rollout of new EU border checks hit by delays and disruption

The EU's Entry/Exit System is not fully operational, causing significant delays and disruptions at airports and ports despite claims of full implementation.
#cyberattack
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
2 weeks ago

European Commission Reports Cyber Intrusion and Data Theft

The European Commission confirmed a cyberattack that compromised its cloud infrastructure, resulting in the theft of hundreds of gigabytes of data.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

European Commission confirms cyberattack after hackers claim data breach | TechCrunch

A cyberattack on the European Commission's cloud infrastructure resulted in the theft of significant data, but internal systems remain unaffected.
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
2 weeks ago

European Commission Reports Cyber Intrusion and Data Theft

The European Commission confirmed a cyberattack that compromised its cloud infrastructure, resulting in the theft of hundreds of gigabytes of data.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

European Commission confirms cyberattack after hackers claim data breach | TechCrunch

A cyberattack on the European Commission's cloud infrastructure resulted in the theft of significant data, but internal systems remain unaffected.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

German public sector tries to reduce reliance on US tech

German authorities' data is at risk due to US access through the CLOUD Act, prompting calls for digital sovereignty alternatives.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

European tech leaders advise caution on tech sovereignty drive

Europe can secure data, operational, and regulatory sovereignty but must compromise on technological sovereignty while building parts of its own tech stack.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Amid Trump attacks and weaponized sanctions, Europeans look to rely less on US tech | TechCrunch

Prost, whose name now shares the same list as some of the world's most dangerous people, from terrorists to North Korean hackers and Iranian spies, described the effect of sanctions on her life as "paralyzing" in an interview by The Irish Times. This high-profile case provides a glimpse into the disruption that being cut off from the U.S. can have on a person's everyday life; lawmakers and government leaders across Europe are growing more aware of the looming threat facing them at home, and their over-reliance on U.S. technology.
Miscellaneous
Europe politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Europe is making progress in designing its own new security architecture

Major European countries are initiating new defense cooperation frameworks, including talks on extending France's nuclear umbrella and deepening EU–UK security cooperation.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany news: Berlin vows aggressive cybersecurity stance

Equipping police with Tasers can provide a non-lethal alternative and is associated with reduced use of service firearms in some German states.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
1 month ago

EU law advisor wants cybercrime protections fast-tracked

EU legal advisor urges banks to reimburse cybercrime victims immediately rather than delaying payments pending fraud investigations, regardless of gross negligence claims.
EU data protection
fromInfoQ
2 months ago

European Initiative for Data Sovereignty Released a Trust Framework

Gaia-X Danube trust framework automates compliance and enables interoperable, scalable federated data ecosystems ensuring trusted cross-sector and cross-border data transactions.
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