U.S. Government Enlists Private Firms for Cyber Operations Against Foreign Criminals

The Trump administration is mobilizing private security firms to conduct cyber operations targeting overseas criminal organizations that threaten U.S. interests.

The Trump administration is mobilizing private security firms to conduct cyber operations targeting overseas criminal organizations that threaten U.S. interests.

A new presidential memorandum allows private companies to conduct cyberattacks on behalf of the federal government, targeting transnational criminal organizations.

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers in the U.S. highlights a troubling intersection of corporate interests and government policy, raising significant concerns about social and ecological impacts.

The Biden administration has expedited the timeline for federal agencies to adopt quantum-resistant encryption, aiming to safeguard sensitive data against emerging quantum computing threats.

President Trump has ordered a complete removal of Anthropic's software from federal systems, escalating tensions over the company's AI safeguards.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has confirmed it will skip the upcoming RSA Conference, a decision linked to recent leadership changes and internal reviews.

The recent Central Economic Work Conference in China has set a clear agenda for innovation, providing a boost to the country's tech firms eager to advance in a competitive landscape.