Kochi to Host Cybersecurity Hackathon in October: Keralam Police Chief | #cybercrime | #infosec
Thiruvananthapuram: Keralam Police chief Ravada A Chandrasekhar on Tuesday said the 19th edition of c0c0n 2026, one of India’s longest running cyber security and hacking conferences, will be held in Kochi from October 6 to 13. He said that the eight-day conference will bring together cyber security experts, law enforcement agencies, industry leaders, researchers, technology […]
Meta to directly report child safety cases to Indian cybercrime authorities amid Centre’s increased scrutiny | #cybercrime | #infosec
Meta has agreed to directly report child safety-related cases to Indian cybercrime authorities, marking a significant change in its cooperation with Indian law enforcement agencies amid heightened government scrutiny of social media platforms over child sexual abuse material (CSEAM) and other harmful online content. The company will now report such cases to the cybercrime portal […]
‘Why was I called?’ Rizwan questions Pakistan cybercrime agency over summons, alleged violation; phone not returned | #cybercrime | #infosec
Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has sought answers over his summons by Pakistan’s National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in connection with alleged dressing-room leaks. Rizwan was removed from the Pakistan squad mid-way through the Test series in England and sent home. Pakistan’s Mohammad Rizwan watches his shot go to the boundary on day two of […]
Meta reworks child safety reporting in India, moves cases directly to I4C | #cybercrime | #infosec
Meta will begin reporting child safety matters on its platforms directly to India’s Cybercrime Reporting Portal managed by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), changing the mechanism through which cases involving child sexual abuse material are flagged to Indian authorities. The company confirmed the development on Tuesday after multiple media reports, citing government sources, […]
Why cybersecurity starts with your people | #hacking | #cybersecurity | #infosec | #comptia | #pentest | #ransomware
How AI is changing the cybersecurity landscape AI is giving cyberattackers a wider range of targets and the opportunity to scale up. Hackers can manipulate AI tools such as chatbots by feeding them malicious information or asking them to reveal sensitive company data. Attackers also increasingly target employees directly, with sophisticated deepfake technology enabling highly […]
What to Do in the First Hour of a Ransomware Attack on Your Firm | #ransomware | #cybercrime
Navigating the bustling streets of Queens or the chaotic grid of Manhattan is a daily reality for millions. With thousands of car crashes in Queens alone each year, the chances of being in a collision are higher than anyone would like to admit. When it happens, the immediate aftermath is confusing. You know you have […]
Are the Meta Settlement Terms a Win for Kids or a Digital Rights Risk? | #childpredator | #kidsaftey | #childsaftey
Dean Jackson is a contributing editor at Tech Policy Press. Olivia Konar holds a banner with names of young people who advocates say died as a result of social media outside the Ronald V. Dellums Federal Building and US Courthouse on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, in Oakland, Calif. Her sister Coco Konar died in 2022 […]
Meta Agrees to Report Child Safety Cases to Authorities: Govt Sources | #childsafety | #kids | #chldern | #parents | #schoolsafey
New Delhi: Meta has agreed to report child safety-related matters to appropriate law enforcement agencies, government sources said on Tuesday, asserting that online safety of children is a “fundamental principle” for any social media platform operating in India and absolutely “non-negotiable”. The government will take action against platforms that fail to take proactive steps to […]
32 Ransomware Attacks Every Day as Global Threat Hits Record High | #ransomware | #cybercrime
Global ransomware activity reached a record 997 attacks in August 2026, averaging about 32 attacks a day and surpassing the previous monthly record of 988 recorded in February 2025. Businesses accounted for most of the incidents, while healthcare, utilities, finance, technology and manufacturing were among the sectors facing increased attacks. How Many Ransomware Attacks Were […]
CrowdStrike (CRWD) CEO Warns AI Development Poses Security Risks #AI
On September 14, 2026, CrowdStrike Holdings Inc CRWD experienced a significant surge in its stock price, closing at $235.38, a record high that reflects growing investor confidence in cybersecurity solutions. This rally was spurred by comments from CEO George Kurtz regarding the ongoing risks associated with advanced AI models, which he believes necessitate robust cybersecurity […]