threat-intel Assaf Keren Appointed New CISO of Meta Assaf Keren is taking over as Meta's CISO, replacing Guy Rosen after 13 years at the company. He brings a wealth of experience from PayPal and Qualtrics, focusing on building trust and security at scale for Meta’s massiv… SecurityWeek · Jul 23, 2026 Info cisocybersecurityleadership
policy French Parliament greenlights social media ban for under-15s France has become the first European nation to enact a ban on social media access for children under 15, a move driven by concerns about child welfare and prompted by similar legislation in other countries. The law will… The Record · Jul 22, 2026 Info FRAUTRsocial mediachild safetyregulation
threat-intel Palo Alto Networks to Acquire Observability Platform Provider Embrace Palo Alto Networks is acquiring Embrace, a user-focused observability platform, to bolster its Observability platform with Real User Monitoring (RUM) and proactively validate application performance globally. This acquis… SecurityWeek · Jul 22, 2026 Info observabilityrumdigital experience
threat-intel Endpoint Security Firm Glow Launches With $180M in Funding at $1.2B Valuation Glow, a new AI-powered endpoint security startup, secured $180 million in Series A funding, valuing the company at $1.2 billion. Founded by former Meta and Snowflake executives, Glow focuses on mitigating security risks… SecurityWeek · Jul 22, 2026 Info aiendpoint securitycybersecurity
threat-intel DNI nominee Clayton wins Senate panel’s approval The Senate Intelligence Committee has approved Jay Clayton as the next Director of National Intelligence. This approval paves the way for a full Senate vote, potentially enabling the renewal of Section 702 of the FISA Ac… The Record · Jul 21, 2026 Info fisasurveillancenational security
threat-intel Taiwan to slow mobile data during national resilience drills Taiwan is conducting a national resilience drill to simulate communication disruptions, primarily targeting mobile data services, to prepare its citizens for potential network outages during emergencies, especially in th… The Record · Jul 21, 2026 Info TWresiliencecommunicationsdisruption
threat-intel Empirical Security Raises $25 Million in Series A Funding Cybersecurity startup Empirical secured $25 million in Series A funding to bolster its AI-powered threat prediction and risk management solutions. The company, founded by former Kenna Security executives, aims to address… SecurityWeek · Jul 21, 2026 Info aivulnerabilityrisk management
threat-intel SecurityWeek Launches Critical Impact Awards to Recognize Excellence in Industrial Cybersecurity SecurityWeek is launching a new award program, the Critical Impact Awards, designed to recognize genuine achievements and contributions in industrial cybersecurity, moving away from traditional, commercially influenced a… SecurityWeek · Jul 21, 2026 Info industrial cybersecurityawardsrecognition
threat-intel Friday Squid Blogging: Squid Washing Up on Cape Cod Beach This article is a commentary piece from Schneier on Security, referencing a beach discovery of squid and using it as a springboard to discuss security news stories he hasn't yet addressed. It’s a meta-commentary on the s… Schneier on Security · Jul 17, 2026 Info securitycommentarymeta
threat-intel Zelensky appoints Ukraine's acting security service chief as acting defense minister Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Yevhenii Khmara, a former head of Ukraine's SBU and a veteran of long-range strike operations, as Ukraine's acting defense minister following a government reshuffle and widespread protest… The Record · Jul 17, 2026 Info UAukrainedefenseintelligence
threat-intel Beacon Security Raises $13 Million for Security Data Platform Beacon Security, a cybersecurity startup founded by IDF veterans, has secured $13 million in seed funding to bolster its security data platform. The platform aims to provide context and visibility for AI-powered security… SecurityWeek · Jul 17, 2026 Info aisecuritydata
threat-intel Details of Alan Turing’s Voice Encryption System A recently discovered collection of Alan Turing's wartime notes details his ‘Delilah’ voice encryption system, a project he developed during World War II. This project represents a significant historical find in the fiel… Schneier on Security · Jul 17, 2026 Info cryptographyhistoryvoice encryption
supply-chain Risk Ledger Raises $32 Million in Series B Funding Risk Ledger, a UK-based supply chain security firm, secured $32.3 million in Series B funding to expand its network and enhance its AI-powered risk intelligence platform. This investment will allow them to grow their use… SecurityWeek · Jul 17, 2026 Info GBsupply chaincybersecurityrisk management
threat-intel Protecting Privacy in an AI Era Daniel Solove argues that focusing on individual data control is insufficient for addressing privacy concerns in the age of AI. He proposes a shift towards holding companies accountable for their data practices and algor… Schneier on Security · Jul 16, 2026 Info privacyairegulation
threat-intel Oak Emerges From Stealth Mode With $60 Million in Funding Israeli cybersecurity startup Oak has secured $60 million in seed funding to develop an AI-powered Identity Operating System, aiming to consolidate fragmented identity governance tools and address the growing challenges… SecurityWeek · Jul 16, 2026 Info ISUSidentity managementaicybersecurity
threat-intel Virtual Event Today: Cloud & Data Security Summit This article announces a virtual cybersecurity summit focused on cloud and data security strategies, tools, and best practices for July 15th. The event will feature interactive sessions and demonstrations to help attende… SecurityWeek · Jul 15, 2026 Info cloud securitycybersecurityvirtual event
threat-intel Establishing a Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure Program to Work With Security Researchers The CISA, NSA, and international partners have jointly released guidance to help software companies and online services establish effective Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure (CVD) programs. This program focuses on col… CISA Advisories · Jul 15, 2026 Info vulnerabilitycvdsecurity
threat-intel A Video Screen That Is Also a Camera Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a novel ‘Fourier pixel’ that can both capture and emit light, mimicking a telescreen from Orwell’s *1984*. This technology has significant implications for surveillance and data c… Schneier on Security · Jul 15, 2026 Info surveillancedisplaylight field
policy Pentagon Suspends CMMC Phase 2 as It Rethinks Contractor Cybersecurity Rules The Pentagon is delaying the second phase of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, intended to streamline contractor cybersecurity rules and address a shortage of qualified third-party assessors.… SecurityWeek · Jul 14, 2026 Info cmmccybersecuritycontractor
policy EU leaders eye social media ban for children under age 13 European leaders, led by Ursula von der Leyen, are pushing for a EU-wide ban on social media for children under 13, arguing that it's a necessary step to protect children's mental health and safety. Current age restricti… The Record · Jul 13, 2026 Info social mediachildrenregulation
