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How CISOs can secure agentic commerce and prevent abuse
November 3, 2026, 2:30 amIn the realm of agentic commerce, organizations are allowing AI agents to engage dynamically in purchasing journeys. Cybersecurity leaders need to grasp these developments to combat fraud and safeguard data....
AI Agents Are the New Insider Threat: Is Your SaaS Stack Ready?
November 2, 2026, 2:30 amAs AI agents become embedded in enterprise software, organizations face significant risks associated with identity-related breaches. Many companies have not adapted their governance models to address these non-human identities effectively....
How runtime controls shield sensitive data from potential unauthorized threats
October 31, 2026, 2:34 amAI agents are becoming essential for booking services, but security remains a pressing concern. Sensitive data, like passport numbers, should not be held by these agents during tasks. Instead, stand-in...
AU Small Finance Bank hit by a likely breach of 'limited' data
October 31, 2026, 2:32 amAU Small Finance Bank has reported a potential breach involving customer data from a third-party software platform. The data breach is believed to involve limited data from vehicle-loan customers and...
Cybersecurity skills shortages cited as a leading cause of breaches
October 30, 2026, 2:44 amA significant skills gap in cybersecurity contributes to rising incidents of security breaches, with financial costs increasing. Many organisations struggle to fill senior-level cybersecurity roles, despite recognizing the pressing need....
Recent Stories
Palo Alto Networks CEO warns of rapid increase in cyberattacks due to AI advancements
November 3, 2026, 2:49 amNikesh Arora, the CEO of Palo Alto Networks, has voiced significant concerns regarding the escalation of cyberattacks. He points out that these attacks are not only becoming more frequent but...
Nvidia Brev platform faced cyberattack, potential data exposure reported to users
November 3, 2026, 2:40 amNvidia confirmed a security breach affecting its Brev cloud development platform between October 4 and October 20, 2026. The company launched an internal investigation after detecting unauthorized activity on its...
How CISOs can secure agentic commerce and prevent abuse
November 3, 2026, 2:30 amIn the realm of agentic commerce, organizations are allowing AI agents to engage dynamically in purchasing journeys. Cybersecurity leaders need to grasp these developments to combat fraud and safeguard data....
Navigating the agentic era: Inside Chrome Connect Goa
November 2, 2026, 12:24 pmAboard the opulent superyacht RA11, India's top security leaders met for Chrome Connect Goa, a pivotal event focusing on the nation's contributions to the flourishing field of AI. Key discussions...
The agentic shift: Why securing India's AI future begins in the browser
November 2, 2026, 11:07 amIndia has positioned itself as a leader in enterprise AI, emphasizing collaboration with autonomous agents. Security and productivity are paramount as organizations must manage employee use of unapproved tools. The...
CISO Movement
Mrinmoy Dey joins Incred Finance as CISO
July 30, 2026, 8:12 amThe cybersecurity leader comes with more than 21 years of of rich experience
My prediction for 2026: The shift to “Machine-Speed Defense”
January 5, 2026, 3:51 amIn 2026, the ‘Human-in-the-Loop’ security model will finally break. As offensive AI agents begin to exploit vulnerabilities in milliseconds, human defenders simply won’t be fast enough to react. We will...
Navigating DPDP: Policy debate or execution challenge?
January 1, 2026, 3:57 amAs CISOs and enterprises adapt to a new set of standards, the bigger question is not about compliance but about how to achieve more.
Nantha Ramalingam to lead cybersecurity at Albertsons (India)
November 14, 2025, 5:16 amNantha Ramalingam joins the US-based retailer from Dyson and will lead cybersecurity and security engineering strategy for the company’s India operations.
Sridhar Govardhan joins Angel One as Group CISO
October 4, 2025, 3:34 amAngel One Limited has appointed Sridhar Govardhan as Group Chief Information Security Officer, leveraging his 25 years of cybersecurity expertise from CoinDCX, Flipkart, and Wipro. He will enhance Angel One’s...
Corporate
BoB ups cyber defences after attack, sees tech spend topping normal thresholds
November 2, 2026, 2:31 amFollowing a 2026 cybersecurity breach involving an employee's compromised email, Bank of Baroda is enhancing its cybersecurity measures. The bank plans to allocate over ten percent of its operating profit...
Cybersecurity skills shortages cited as a leading cause of breaches
October 30, 2026, 2:44 amA significant skills gap in cybersecurity contributes to rising incidents of security breaches, with financial costs increasing. Many organisations struggle to fill senior-level cybersecurity roles, despite recognizing the pressing need....
Protectt.ai picks up majority stake in AIShield
October 29, 2026, 2:32 amProtectt.ai Labs Pvt Ltd has announced a strategic investment in AIShield, which is now independent. This investment will allow AIShield to enhance its capabilities in AI security and mobile application...
Regional rural banks to set up cybersecurity centres, develop threat intel
October 28, 2026, 3:03 amRegional rural banks are set to improve their cyber security through the establishment of cyber security operations centres. They will also develop capabilities for vulnerability assessments and incident response as...
Cybersecurity awareness in the age of AI: Why human oversight still matters
October 27, 2026, 2:30 amAI is shaping the landscape of cybersecurity and changing how Security Operations Centers operate effectively. Organizations face challenges from increased cyber threats powered by AI, which necessitate human oversight in...
Data Breaches
Nvidia Brev platform faced cyberattack, potential data exposure reported to users
November 3, 2026, 2:40 amNvidia confirmed a security breach affecting its Brev cloud development platform between October 4 and October 20, 2026. The company launched an internal investigation after detecting unauthorized activity on its...
AU Small Finance Bank hit by a likely breach of 'limited' data
October 31, 2026, 2:32 amAU Small Finance Bank has reported a potential breach involving customer data from a third-party software platform. The data breach is believed to involve limited data from vehicle-loan customers and...
Leak website releases data on tens of thousands of DHS employees
October 30, 2026, 2:31 amThe nonprofit group Distributed Denial of Secrets released data concerning more than 40,000 DHS employees. The leaked information includes names, phone numbers, and job details from various DHS agencies. This...
Three South Korean financial firms including Bithumb report data breaches
October 28, 2026, 3:00 amIn a concerning development, three notable financial institutions in South Korea, including Bithumb and Daishin Securities, have confirmed recent breaches of their data security systems. Bithumb acknowledged that its mobile...
Sony data breach: 2.58 million users affected as bank details and passwords exposed
October 28, 2026, 2:59 amSony has officially disclosed a significant data breach affecting over 2.58 million customer accounts in Japan, which occurred on October 19, 2026. The leak primarily impacted services including So-net and...
Vulnerabilities & Exploits
Palo Alto Networks CEO warns of rapid increase in cyberattacks due to AI advancements
November 3, 2026, 2:49 amNikesh Arora, the CEO of Palo Alto Networks, has voiced significant concerns regarding the escalation of cyberattacks. He points out that these attacks are not only becoming more frequent but...
RBI urges banks to enhance cybersecurity amid rising attacks on financial institutions
October 31, 2026, 2:33 amThe Reserve Bank of India has mandated banks to bolster their cybersecurity measures amid rising cyber threats. Recent incidents highlight vulnerabilities, as noted by concerns over a data leak at...
AI model GLM-5.3 succeeds in cyberattacks but raises safety concerns
October 31, 2026, 2:31 amThe advancements of the Chinese AI model GLM-5.3 have raised alarm bells following its successful simulations for cyberattacks, where it showcased its advanced offensive capabilities. During tests, it breached security...
NetamLoader malware is aiming at government-specific Windows 10 setups across Asia
October 29, 2026, 2:43 amKaspersky researchers have identified a malware attack exploiting a customized version of Windows 10 for government use. The attackers utilized legitimate software components to deploy the previously unknown NetamLoader malware...
Google launches Gemini 4 Carbon AI model, improving software vulnerability detection and security
October 29, 2026, 2:38 amGoogle has introduced Gemini 4 Carbon, a new AI model that specializes in cybersecurity tasks and vulnerability detection. The model will be initially available to a select group of cybersecurity...
NextGen Tech
Why is RBI worried about Anthropic’s Mythos, and what does it mean for banks?
April 24, 2026, 2:59 amAs Anthropic’s Mythos raises the prospect of faster, AI-driven cyberattacks, the Reserve Bank of India and global regulators are stepping up scrutiny of risks to the banking system.
30% of organisations face AI security incidents despite rising risk awareness: Sprinto report
April 24, 2026, 2:56 amA Sprinto CISO Pulse Check finds that 30% of organisations reported major AI-related security incidents in the past year, despite rising awareness and regulatory tracking. The report highlights gaps in...
FM Sitharaman, IT minister Vaishnaw meet bankers over looming Claude Mythos
April 24, 2026, 2:54 amThe finance minister noted that the nature of the emerging threats from the latest AI models is unprecedented and requires a very high degree of vigilance, preparedness and better coordination...
OpenAI, Microsoft expand cybersecurity partnership amid rising AI threats
April 24, 2026, 2:53 amOpenAI and Microsoft are joining forces to combat cyber threats. They will deploy advanced artificial intelligence tools to enhance security. OpenAI's powerful AI models will be accessible to Microsoft. Microsoft...
Will put AI risks 'on the table' with Mythos: Anthropic
April 21, 2026, 10:56 amAI developer Anthropic is cautiously releasing its powerful new cybersecurity model, Mythos, to select US tech and financial firms. The model can reportedly uncover long-standing security vulnerabilities, raising concerns for...
CISO Strategies
10 Cybersecurity lessons for CISOs
August 15, 2026, 4:58 amAs India enters its 80th Independence year, digital independence is becoming as much about securing data, identity, infrastructure and AI as protecting borders. For CISOs, the next chapter demands resilience,...
India records 265 million cyber attacks; Seqrite releases the India cyber threat report 2026
December 11, 2025, 3:37 amSeqrite’s India cyber threat report 2026 outlines cyber threats observed between October 2024 and September 2025, including high volumes of malware, ransomware, and network exploits across regions and key sectors....
In 2026, AI to the rescue of the CISOs to strengthen the enterprise defense against cyber threats
December 11, 2025, 12:35 amIndian businesses will boost IT spending in 2026, focusing on AI and data centers. Cybercrime will evolve with AI agents and dark AI tools. However, AI will also help close...
The human factor: The one threat CISOs can’t patch
November 19, 2025, 3:35 am“The Human Factor” is the cyber threat no firewall can block. From AI-powered scams to everyday mistakes, here is why people, not machines, remain the most unpredictable risk and how...
Cybersecurity gets smarter with GenAI: A CISO’s guide to staying ahead of AI-driven threats
October 14, 2025, 4:10 amGenerative AI is transforming cybersecurity, offering powerful defense automation while simultaneously fueling sophisticated new threats. Organizations face a critical need to implement robust AI governance and security controls to counter...
Identity & Access Management
How CISOs can secure agentic commerce and prevent abuse
November 3, 2026, 2:30 amIn the realm of agentic commerce, organizations are allowing AI agents to engage dynamically in purchasing journeys. Cybersecurity leaders need to grasp these developments to combat fraud and safeguard data....
AI Agents Are the New Insider Threat: Is Your SaaS Stack Ready?
November 2, 2026, 2:30 amAs AI agents become embedded in enterprise software, organizations face significant risks associated with identity-related breaches. Many companies have not adapted their governance models to address these non-human identities effectively....
How runtime controls shield sensitive data from potential unauthorized threats
October 31, 2026, 2:34 amAI agents are becoming essential for booking services, but security remains a pressing concern. Sensitive data, like passport numbers, should not be held by these agents during tasks. Instead, stand-in...
Proofpoint extends insider risk investigations to AI communications and Microsoft 365
October 28, 2026, 2:51 amProofpoint has unveiled advanced features aimed at bolstering security investigations through integration with Microsoft 365 and artificial intelligence. Key additions like Prism Investigator and Human Communications Intelligence agents are designed...
Why AI Agents Could Change the Cybersecurity Playbook: Seclore CEO
October 26, 2026, 2:30 amAs AI agents gain access to enterprise data, security teams face a new challenge: ensuring they can access the information they need without exposing sensitive data or exceeding their permissions.
Cybercrime & Fraud
Binance sees outflows stabilising as exchange returns online after $6.3 billion heist
November 2, 2026, 2:33 amBinance has experienced $3.64 billion in withdrawals following a major security breach during the previous week. The platform's breach led to over $6.3 billion being stolen by a North Korean...
AI-powered cyberattacks siphon ₹300 crore from small NBFCs in two months
October 30, 2026, 2:32 amRecent cyberattacks have inflicted an estimated loss of ₹300 crore on Indian NBFC, with around 150 fraud cases reported. Focus has shifted towards identifying Chinese hacking platforms and AI toolkit...
Norway reports sharp rise in 'successful' cyberattacks
October 29, 2026, 2:31 amNorway's National Security Authority has reported a staggering rise in successful cyberattacks, with incidents tripling last year. Among the most alarming cases, a municipality in Oslo faced severe data theft...
AI accelerates mobile fraud, increasing credential theft and malware
October 27, 2026, 2:31 amThe rise of artificial intelligence is transforming mobile fraud, leading to a sharp increase in credential theft incidents. Cybercriminals are leveraging sophisticated AI tools to execute attacks more efficiently. Reports...
TG-iPASS recovers data after ransomware attack
October 26, 2026, 2:32 amTelangana’s TG-iPASS portal fell victim to cybercriminals who encrypted data from approximately 28,000 companies, leading to a disruptive 48-hour downtime. Thankfully, specialists were able to restore the encrypted information. Authorities...
GRC
Japan delays cybersecurity bill amid political uncertainties
November 4, 2024, 8:17 amDespite an expert panel issuing an interim report on strengthening cybersecurity in August, progress stalled when former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida decided not to seek re-election within the Liberal Democratic...
Temu to be investigated by EU tech regulators over sale of illegal products
November 1, 2024, 5:21 amThe European Commission launched its probe under the Digital Services Act (DSA), which requires very large online platforms such as Temu to do more to tackle illegal and harmful content...
Hong Kong bars services like WhatsApp and Google Drive from government computers
October 24, 2024, 5:50 amThe latest IT security guidelines from the Digital Policy Office have many civil servants complaining about added inconvenience.
MHA issues advisory to create 'Special Wing of Cyber Commandos' in all states to counter cyber threats
October 24, 2024, 5:41 amIn the past week, Indian airlines have received more than 100 hoax bomb threats resulting in inconvenience to passengers and monetary loss to the airlines . Most of the threats...
India, US, Australia and Japan announce continuation of Quad Cyber Challenge
October 22, 2024, 5:20 amIndia, the US, Australia and Japan have announced the continuation of the Quad Cyber Challenge for strengthening responsible cyber ecosystems, promoting public resources, and raising cybersecurity awareness.
OT Security
Ambarish Kumar Singh, CISO & DPO, Godrej Enterprises Group on how IT-OT convergence is redefining security
October 15, 2026, 2:30 amIn this conversation, Ambarish Kumar Singh, CISO & DPO, Godrej Enterprises Group examines the realities of securing a connected industrial enterprise, legacy infrastructure and building risk- based controls, AI-led defence,...
55% of Indian industrial firms see cybersecurity as major growth obstacle
September 29, 2026, 2:32 amA global study found that over half of Indian industrial organisations see cybersecurity as a significant growth barrier. As manufacturers adopt AI and expand operational data usage, new cybersecurity risks...
OT security cannot follow an IT playbook when cyber risk can stop production and endanger safety
September 14, 2026, 9:33 amSpeaking during the “Cyber-Physical Trust: Securing OT, Infrastructure & Connected Operations” trilogue at the 9th ETCISO Annual Conclave 2026, security leaders from TVS Motor Company, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories and SOCRadar...
DefenXee launches SCADAHawk: Bringing a new approach to OT cybersecurity
September 8, 2026, 11:22 amDefenXee introduces SCADAHawk, an Indian OT CTEM platform for industrial cybersecurity. This platform helps organizations manage cyber exposures across their operational technology environments. SCADAHawk connects technical findings with operational criticality...
What the CEA's 2026 Cyber Security Regulations mean for the power sector
August 28, 2026, 2:30 amThe introduction of new regulations is poised to significantly strengthen cyber security within India's power industry. These guidelines promote accountability throughout the energy ecosystem and in supply chains. With a...