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Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
22 hours ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

Sanctions ramping up in cases involving AI hallucinations

Monetary sanctions against attorneys for AI-generated hallucinations in case documents are increasing as courts take these issues more seriously.
#f-15e
#trump
US Elections
fromAxios
6 hours ago

"We're fighting wars": Trump bets his presidency on the Pentagon

Trump's budget prioritizes military spending, significantly cutting non-defense programs amid declining approval ratings and rising gas prices.
fromFortune
3 days ago
World politics

'Go get your own oil': Trump's message to allies who haven't backed war in Iran | Fortune

Trump criticized allies for not supporting U.S. efforts in the Iran conflict, urging them to secure their own oil supplies.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago
World news

War on Iran: US's history of making other nations pay for conflicts

Trump may request Arab nations to finance the US-Israel war on Iran, similar to Gulf War funding mechanisms.
US Elections
fromAxios
6 hours ago

"We're fighting wars": Trump bets his presidency on the Pentagon

Trump's budget prioritizes military spending, significantly cutting non-defense programs amid declining approval ratings and rising gas prices.
World politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

'Go get your own oil': Trump's message to allies who haven't backed war in Iran | Fortune

Trump criticized allies for not supporting U.S. efforts in the Iran conflict, urging them to secure their own oil supplies.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

War on Iran: US's history of making other nations pay for conflicts

Trump may request Arab nations to finance the US-Israel war on Iran, similar to Gulf War funding mechanisms.
#cybersecurity
fromTNW | Eu
1 hour ago
Information security

European Commission breached after hackers poisoned open-source security tool Trivy

fromTechCrunch
23 hours ago
EU data protection

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

fromFortune
5 days ago
Information security

'There are a lot more attacks happening that aren't being reported': Iran's cyber response creeps across the globe | Fortune

Information security
fromTNW | Eu
1 hour ago

European Commission breached after hackers poisoned open-source security tool Trivy

A major data breach at the European Commission was caused by TeamPCP exploiting a supply chain attack on the Trivy security tool.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
23 hours ago

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

A cybercriminal group known as TeamPCP hacked the EU's executive body, stealing 92 gigabytes of data, including personal information.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
21 hours ago

China-Linked TA416 Targets European Governments with PlugX and OAuth-Based Phishing

TA416 has intensified cyberattacks on European government and diplomatic organizations since mid-2025, utilizing advanced malware delivery techniques.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Stakeholder Confidence in the Age of Digital Threats: PR as a Security Asset

Cybersecurity involves both technical measures and effective communication to maintain stakeholder trust during incidents.
Information security
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Iran's hackers are on the offensive against the US and Israel

Iran has launched coordinated cyber attacks against Israel, but has not targeted critical infrastructure decisively during the current conflict.
Information security
fromFortune
5 days ago

'There are a lot more attacks happening that aren't being reported': Iran's cyber response creeps across the globe | Fortune

Iran is using sophisticated cyber tactics to exploit vulnerabilities during missile strikes against Israel.
Intellectual property law
fromNextgov.com
18 hours ago

Tech bills of the week: Limiting adversaries' access to US tech; and boosting cyber apprenticeships

New legislation aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on sensitive technologies to prevent adversaries from exploiting them for economic gain.
#nato
Europe politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Inside NATO's 'Sentry' missions and the urgent drive to ready for new threats

NATO has launched new 'Sentry' missions to enhance defenses in eastern and northern Europe in response to modern threats and Russian aggression.
Europe politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Inside NATO's 'Sentry' missions and the urgent drive to ready for new threats

NATO has launched new 'Sentry' missions to enhance defenses in eastern and northern Europe in response to modern threats and Russian aggression.
#ice
US politics
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

ICE is using commercial spyware domestically, raising constitutional concerns about warrantless surveillance and lack of oversight.
US politics
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

ICE says it bought Paragon's spyware to use in drug trafficking cases | TechCrunch

ICE has utilized spyware from Paragon Solutions to combat drug trafficking and foreign terrorist organizations' use of encrypted communications.
US politics
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

ICE is using commercial spyware domestically, raising constitutional concerns about warrantless surveillance and lack of oversight.
US politics
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

ICE says it bought Paragon's spyware to use in drug trafficking cases | TechCrunch

ICE has utilized spyware from Paragon Solutions to combat drug trafficking and foreign terrorist organizations' use of encrypted communications.
#iran
fromWIRED
1 day ago
Podcast

'Uncanny Valley': Iran's Threats on US Tech, Trump's Plans for Midterms, and Polymarket's Pop-up Flop

fromAxios
3 days ago
Privacy professionals

Cyber warfare starts to get personal in war between U.S., Israel and Iran

Podcast
fromWIRED
1 day ago

'Uncanny Valley': Iran's Threats on US Tech, Trump's Plans for Midterms, and Polymarket's Pop-up Flop

Iran threatens US tech firms amid ongoing tensions and preparations for midterm elections are underway.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

How the US and Israel are waging war on Iran's medicines, vaccines

The Pasteur Institute of Iran has been targeted in attacks by the US and Israel, prompting calls for international health organizations to respond.
Privacy professionals
fromAxios
3 days ago

Cyber warfare starts to get personal in war between U.S., Israel and Iran

Iran-linked hackers are using data leaks and intimidation tactics against individuals to influence public perception during the current conflict.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

Former Trump NatSec Advisor Says President Probably in Panic Mode' After Two U.S. Jets Shot Down

Trump's credibility is undermined after Iran shot down U.S. military planes, contradicting his claims of air supremacy.
Media industry
fromAxios
1 day ago

Hegseth's wartime firing of top generals stuns officials: "It's insane"

George's dismissal was due to personality clashes, not strategic disagreements, during a critical time for the Army.
Retirement
fromAxios
1 day ago

Hegseth removes Army's top general during Iran war

George was nominated by President Biden in 2023 but was asked to retire immediately by Hegseth.
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Old-school spycraft could make a comeback as AI undermines trust

AI may enhance intelligence gathering but also revive traditional espionage methods due to reliability issues with digital communications.
Artificial intelligence
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Old-school spycraft could make a comeback as AI undermines trust

AI may enhance intelligence gathering but also revive traditional espionage methods due to reliability issues with digital communications.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Trump's war could see fuel rationing and global recession within months, experts warn

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the need for accessible reporting.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Overwhelmed' Prevent at risk of missing threats as referrals rise, UK counter-terror chief says

Prevent scheme faces overwhelming referrals, risking identification of genuine threats due to increased volume and lack of triage system.
fromThe Local France
2 days 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
#data-integrity
fromComputerworld
4 days ago
Data science

IT lesson from the Iran war: AI makes your data problems so much worse

AI can exacerbate existing data issues in enterprises, as demonstrated by the US military's bombing due to outdated intelligence.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

The Next Cybersecurity Crisis Isn't Breaches-It's Data You Can't Trust

Data integrity now encompasses data trust, emphasizing the importance of reliable data in AI-driven decision-making.
Data science
fromComputerworld
4 days ago

IT lesson from the Iran war: AI makes your data problems so much worse

AI can exacerbate existing data issues in enterprises, as demonstrated by the US military's bombing due to outdated intelligence.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

The Next Cybersecurity Crisis Isn't Breaches-It's Data You Can't Trust

Data integrity now encompasses data trust, emphasizing the importance of reliable data in AI-driven decision-making.
#cia
fromThe Walrus
4 days ago

The Man Who Put AI at the Centre of America's War Machine | The Walrus

"War is terrible, war is terrible, war is terrible," he intones, holding my gaze and giving voice to a universal chorus.
DC food
Roam Research
fromThe Cipher Brief
4 days ago

The Chalk Mark Still Matters: Russian Espionage Handling in the Modern Era

Russian intelligence tradecraft has evolved in agent handling, incorporating advanced communication techniques and urban geography for signaling.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Trump's War With Iran Almost Torpedoed The EA Saudi Arabia Deal

EA's CEO assures investors that AI will enhance the company's growth amidst market uncertainties.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Urgent action needed to prevent surge in digital violence in Africa, experts say

Urgent action is needed to combat the surge of digital violence against women and girls in Africa due to increased internet access.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
6 hours ago

Chinese firms market Iran war intelligence 'exposing' U.S. forces

Chinese firms are leveraging AI and open-source data to track U.S. military movements, posing potential security risks amid the Iran conflict.
fromThe New Yorker
21 hours ago

How Donald Trump's War on Iran Helps Vladimir Putin's War on Ukraine

In 2021, when Olga Rudenko and other journalists launched the Kyiv Independent, they were committed to making a publication that wouldn't face political pressure from an owner. A few months later, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and the Independent began reporting breaking news from the front lines.
Russo-Ukrainian War
World politics
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

The Folly of Netanyahu's War Against Iran

Netanyahu's policies against Iran may be seen as unwise and counterproductive, echoing themes from Tuchman's The March of Folly.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
22 hours ago

Trump's Priority Is Now Militarism, at Home and Abroad

Trump and Republicans are pre-funding ICE and Border Patrol without new regulations, limiting Democratic influence on immigration enforcement.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
23 hours ago

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.
Science
fromWIRED
1 week ago

When Satellite Data Becomes a Weapon

Satellite infrastructure in the Gulf is increasingly contested, affecting the reliability of information during conflicts.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

'Going To Continue for Some Time': Brett McGurk Gives Grim Response To Trump's Iran Speech

McGurk stated, 'I thought the necessity, laying out the bill of particulars on Iran, was fairly effective,' but he felt the plan for the future was lacking.
Right-wing politics
fromComputerworld
20 hours ago

A core infrastructure engineer pleads guilty to federal charges in insider attack

Rhyne's attack involved unauthorized remote desktop sessions, deletion of network administrator accounts, and changing of passwords, showcasing significant security vulnerabilities.
Information security
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Iran war: UNSC to vote on Gulf-led resolution to open Hormuz

The UN Security Council will vote on a Bahrain-sponsored resolution for defensive measures to secure ship transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
#ukraine
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

Investigations of Russian spy rings and assassination groups grow from UK to Europe - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ukraine uncovered a Russian intelligence network planning contract killings of military commanders and public figures in Kyiv.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Is the US committing war crimes by targeting Iran's civilian infrastructure?

Attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure by US officials may constitute serious war crimes under international law.
#middle-east-conflict
World politics
fromRealagriculture
1 day ago

Frontlines: Escalation in Iran conflict could trigger pandemic-level disruption to global economy

Escalating Middle East conflict threatens global energy flows, economic stability, and Canadian agriculture and trade.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

War crimes are no longer shameful. That should terrify you

Warring sides in the Middle East show contempt for civilian life, flouting international laws protecting civilians amid escalating conflict.
World politics
fromRealagriculture
1 day ago

Frontlines: Escalation in Iran conflict could trigger pandemic-level disruption to global economy

Escalating Middle East conflict threatens global energy flows, economic stability, and Canadian agriculture and trade.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
#strait-of-hormuz
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Trump vows to strike civilian infrastructure as Iran strikes at Gulf tech sites

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

UK-led coalition of 40 countries vows action on Hormuz Strait gridlock

British PM Keir Starmer emphasizes diplomatic solutions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions from Iran's actions against commercial shipping.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Trump vows to strike civilian infrastructure as Iran strikes at Gulf tech sites

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

UK-led coalition of 40 countries vows action on Hormuz Strait gridlock

British PM Keir Starmer emphasizes diplomatic solutions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions from Iran's actions against commercial shipping.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago

New North Korean AI Hiring Scheme Targets US Companies

A North Korean operative attempted to infiltrate a cybersecurity firm using a stolen identity and AI-generated resume, highlighting vulnerabilities in hiring processes.
#us-foreign-policy
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The US operation on January 3rd aimed to counteract adversarial influence in Latin America, particularly against Venezuela and Cuba.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The US operation on January 3rd aimed to counteract adversarial influence in Latin America, particularly against Venezuela and Cuba.
#pakistan
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Is Pakistan setting up a buffer zone in Afghanistan?

Pakistan is engaged in military operations against the Afghan Taliban while attempting to mediate in the US-Israel-Iran conflict.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Is Pakistan setting up a buffer zone in Afghanistan?

Pakistan is engaged in military operations against the Afghan Taliban while attempting to mediate in the US-Israel-Iran conflict.
Venture
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

What the Latest Policy and Tech Shifts Mean for National Security

Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems require integrated, multi-layered defense architectures combining non-kinetic and kinetic responses rather than isolated legacy technologies, as modern autonomous drones render traditional electronic warfare ineffective.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Middle East crisis live: Iran says it shot down US fighter jet, warns against UN vote on defensive force' in strait of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure, urging swift action from its leadership.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

GCC chief urges UN to halt Iranian attacks, protect Gulf waterways

Jassim al-Budaiwi urges the UN Security Council to ensure uninterrupted navigation through strategic waterways and halt Iranian attacks in the region.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Spending even more on defence won't buy us peace | Letters

MoD procurement failures, waste, and lack of accountability must be fixed before substantially increasing defence spending.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Most Important Decision of Trump's Presidency

U.S. military plans include potential ground assaults in Iran targeting Kharg Island and enriched uranium sites, pending President Trump's approval.
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Only Trump decides when cyberwar turns into real war

The president should have a lot of leeway in which he determines whether or not the nation's going to respond kinetically. This flexibility is crucial in the evolving landscape of cyber warfare.
World politics
World news
fromThe Cipher Brief
4 days ago

How Close the Iran War Came to a Nuclear Disaster

Escalating military actions between Iran and Israel pose significant nuclear safety risks to the Middle East and beyond.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 weeks ago

Iran-Linked Hackers Take Aim at US and Other Targets, Raising Risk of Cyberattacks During War

Pro-Iranian hackers are expanding cyberattacks from the Middle East into the United States, targeting defense contractors, medical device companies, and critical infrastructure like power stations and water plants.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

National Security Begins Behind the Toaster

Dear Secretary Pete Hegseth, I realize that this is a big ask, but would you please invade and take possession of my son and daughter-in-law's apartment? Or maybe you'd like to make them an offer first? Either way, as a concerned mother and patriot who believes that national security begins at home, I feel it's my duty to let you know that Otis and Luna, the co-dictators of Unit 4-C, at 439 Bergen Street, in Park Slope, Brooklyn, must be overthrown.
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