OpenAI’s $40 billion funding deal led by SoftBank could make it one of the most valuable private firms in the world. But there is a catch. It must fully transition to a for profit model by the end of 2025 or risk losing billions, marking a major shift for the AI company.
Elon Musk’s xAI has bought social media platform X for $33 billion, calling it a major step in combining AI with real-time public conversation. Critics are concerned about data privacy and the true value of X, while others see it as a bold move to challenge AI leader OpenAI.
From quiet meetups to packed arenas, AI conferences are lighting up cities worldwide in 2025. With tech leaders, investors and innovators joining forces, these events mark a turning point as the global push toward Industry 5.0 gains speed, creativity and serious attention.
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Australian corporates are leading the charge with innovative cybersecurity measures, deploying Microsoft's Copilot for Security to bolster their defences against an ever-evolving landscape of digital threats.
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A threat actor claimed unauthorized access to API keys for AWS, Azure, MongoDB, and GitHub, triggering immediate investigations. Experts warn of severe risks, including large-scale breaches, as AI increasingly powers more sophisticated cyberattacks.
MediSecure and Iress suffered major cyberattacks, compromising sensitive data in healthcare and finance. As cyber threats rise, Australia is investing $9.9 billion over 10 years to bolster its cyber defenses.
Biden signed a law forcing ByteDance to sell TikTok, citing espionage concerns. This sparked legal battles and buyer interest. Despite the ban, Biden's campaign plans to use TikTok, revealing policy contradictions.
In early 2024, cyber threats have escalated, exposing critical vulnerabilities in Saflok locks, AWS, and Ivanti products. Immediate updates and international collaboration are essential to combat these sophisticated attacks. Swift action is crucial to protect global digital infrastructure.
Australia faces growing cyber threats to national infrastructure. ASIO and Minister Clare O'Neil stress the need for stronger cybersecurity, international cooperation, and strategic investments to protect economic stability and geopolitical influence in the Indo-Pacific.
ENISA released a study on 'Best Practices for Cyber Crisis Management,' aligned with the NIS2 Directive. This initiative strengthens EU cybersecurity and enhances cooperation, reinforcing the EU's role in global cyber resilience.
Lt. General Michelle McGuinness, a 30-year military intelligence veteran, is appointed as Australia’s national cyber security coordinator. She aims to strengthen business-government collaboration against rising cyber threats.
Hackers at Pwn2Own Automotive 2024 won $200,000 for finding vulnerabilities in Tesla’s systems. The event awarded over $1 million to improve automotive cybersecurity. As electric vehicles grow, addressing these risks becomes even more critical.
Whilst many gamer’s play to relax, many others like to play for competitive reasons, therefore in-game cheating is a serious problem amongst professional players. That’s where anti-cheat software like Riot’s Vanguard comes in.
In 2023, the global cyber landscape has been marked by a significant escalation in cyber threats, posing critical challenges not only in the volume of incidents but also in their complexity and coordinated nature.
