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    CISA’s 7 biggest challenges in 2026

    From infrastructure protection to improving morale, the cybersecurity agency has a lot on its plate — and it still lacks a leader.

    By • Jan. 9, 2026
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    Moody’s forecasts growing AI threats, regulatory friction for 2026

    The U.S. and the EU continue to pursue starkly different regulatory agendas, the research firm noted.

    By • Jan. 8, 2026
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    How CIOs can brace for AI-fueled cyberthreats

    Executives are carefully tracking the rise in AI use for cyberthreats, bolstering basic preparedness tactics and increasing cyber spend in response.

    By Jen A. Miller • Jan. 8, 2026
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    NIST asks public for help securing AI agents

    The agency is interested in case studies showing how best to protect agents from hackers.

    By • Jan. 7, 2026
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    Jaguar Land Rover reports fiscal Q3 sales slump following cyberattack

    The hack forced the automaker to halt production for weeks and caused disruptions across the supply chain.

    By • Jan. 6, 2026
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    Risky shadow AI use remains widespread

    A new report offers fresh evidence for why enterprises should prioritize AI governance policies.

    By • Jan. 6, 2026
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    FCC IoT labeling program loses lead company after China probe

    It’s unclear if the FCC will seek to continue the program, which originated during the previous administration.

    By • Updated Jan. 6, 2026
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    From tech sprawl to clarity with XDR

    For organizations struggling with tech sprawl or alert fatigue, Cortex XDR offers a way to automate detection and response and adopt a more consolidated approach to endpoint security — without the wholesale replacement of your tech stack.

    Jan. 5, 2026
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    NIST and MITRE partner to test AI defense technology for critical infrastructure

    Experts said the new partnership should focus on making AI-based systems more reliable.

    By • Dec. 23, 2025
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    ServiceNow to buy Armis for $7.75B

    The combination yields a major player in cyber-physical security and exposure management. 

    By • Dec. 23, 2025
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    CISA loses key employee behind early ransomware warnings

    The future of a program that has helped prevent an estimated $9 billion in economic damages is now unclear.

    By • Dec. 23, 2025
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    AI security is fundamentally a cloud infrastructure problem, Palo Alto Networks says

    Companies should prioritize identity security and integrate cloud monitoring into the SOC, according to the security firm.

    By • Dec. 22, 2025
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    Top lawmaker asks White House to address open-source software risks

    The Senate Intelligence Committee’s chairman voiced concern about foreign adversaries tampering with code.

    By • Dec. 19, 2025
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    NIST adds to AI security guidance with Cybersecurity Framework profile

    Organizations have a new resource to map AI considerations onto NIST’s most famous security blueprint.

    By • Dec. 17, 2025
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    Cybersecurity concerns are paramount among executives in almost all roles, regions and industries

    A new survey finds widespread agreement that security is one of the biggest challenges facing companies today.

    By • Dec. 15, 2025
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    CISOs view hybrid environments as best way to manage risk, compliance

    Security leaders are also focused on the convergence of IT and operational technology as business continuity becomes a major concern.

    By • Updated Dec. 15, 2025
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    Fighting AI with AI: How midmarket teams can turn the tables on smarter threats

    AI has significantly lowered the barrier to entry for cybercrime.

    Dec. 15, 2025
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    The new frontline: How AI and automation are securing the supply chain

    In today’s digital economy, trust isn’t a given, it’s engineered across the entire supply chain.

    By Nima Baiati, Executive Director and General Manager, Commercial Software & Security Solutions, Lenovo • Dec. 15, 2025
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    CISA updates cybersecurity benchmarks for critical infrastructure organizations

    The agency streamlines and supplements goals it first issued in 2022.

    By • Dec. 12, 2025
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    Cyberattacks force small firms to raise prices: ITRC

    The price hikes create a hidden “cyber tax” that is helping to fuel inflation, according to the report. 

    By Alexei Alexis • Dec. 11, 2025
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    Grid-scale battery energy storage systems face heightened risk of cyberattack

    Experts warn that state-linked threat groups are actively searching for ways to disrupt the industry amid growing power demand in the U.S.

    By • Dec. 11, 2025
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    Majority of global firms plan to boost cyber spending in 2026

    A report by Marsh shows companies are also focused on third-party risk mitigation.

    By • Dec. 9, 2025
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    Initial access brokers involved in more attacks, including on critical infrastructure

    A research firm also finds nation-states aligning their cyberattacks more closely with geostrategic goals.

    By • Dec. 8, 2025
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    US, allies urge critical infrastructure operators to carefully plan and oversee AI use

    New guidance attempts to temper companies’ enthusiasm for the latest exciting technology.

    By • Dec. 4, 2025
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    Lawmakers question White House on strategy for countering AI-fueled hacks

    The Trump administration has said little about how it will prevent hackers from abusing AI.

    By • Dec. 4, 2025