Agentic security is the billion-dollar challenge for some clever startup to solve
Several security-related stories are being reported, including a Microsoft initiative to port Copilot runtime to Rust, a surge in fake cop scams, a zero-day attack on vulnerable SharePoint, and a broader trend of cybersecurity companies being acquired. The Register highlights various developments across the industry, from ransomware trends to efforts to promote open-source alternatives to Microsoft products.
Several security-related stories are being reported. Microsoft is moving Copilot runtime to Rust, a move that has not perturbed the Rust compiler.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin issued an executive order aimed at curbing the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and increasing environmental protections for data centers.
Compsci graduates are facing a challenging job market, with many now seeking alternative employment beyond traditional tech roles.
The FBI reported that fake cop and government impersonation scams cost victims $1.6 billion. These scams involve perpetrators using fake uniforms and mock offices to deceive victims.
Microsoft has released a patch to address a zero-day vulnerability in on-prem SharePoint.
Acronis, a Swiss cybersecurity firm, was acquired by EQT, a valuation of over $3.5 billion.
Ten years after the first corporate ransomware attack, ransomware remains a significant threat, but the infosec industry offers a stable career path.
KDE is exploring an AI-native desktop proposal, aiming to assemble a personal model of each user's workflow.
Shopify acquired Tailwind, providing a stable home for the open-source CSS framework.
Switzerland is pushing back against Microsoft 365 by promoting FOSS alternatives.
Audacity, the popular audio-editing app, received a visual overhaul and new features.