Growing Success of OpenAI & Cybersecurity challenges Sparks Nadella’s pay rise to $79.1 million

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s pay package for fiscal 2024 has increased significantly, reaching $79.1 million. This represents a 63 per cent rise from the previous year, largely due to stock awards. It is his largest compensation since 2014, when he received $84 million upon becoming CEO. Microsoft’s advancements in artificial intelligence and its investment in OpenAI…

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Focus on Cyberlearning & Development amid Challenges at Quad Meet

Key highlights of the 2024 Quad Cyber Challenge is the emphasis on youth talent development in the cybersecurity field. The Quad nations—Australia, India, Japan, and the United States—have jointly reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing global cybersecurity  through the 2024 Quad Cyber Challenge. Building on past efforts, the challenge is focused on raising cybersecurity awareness, promoting…

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India’s Cyber Defenses Under Siege: The Rising Threat of Ransomware; Jim Walter, Senior Threat Researcher, SentinelOne

With its rapidly expanding digital infrastructure and increasing dependence on technology, India has become a prime target for ransomware attacks. As the world’s fifth-largest economy, India faces a unique ransomware threat that arises from the widespread adoption of technologies that lack proper security—and cybercriminals have taken notice. The result? Organised ransomware groups have shifted their…

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Maharashtra launches advanced Cyber centre to fight online offences

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday inaugurated an advanced cybercrime command centre in Navi Mumbai and said it would enhance online security in the state. The deputy CM said the centre is the result of the “transformative” Maharashtra Cyber Security Project that the state undertook to tackle the growing number of fraudulent schemes…

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Cybersecurity Report hints at Rising Stress As Threat landscape get Complex; ISACA 2024 research

Nearly two thirds of cybersecurity pros report rising stress amid complex threat landscape: ISACA 2024 research Sixty-three percent of cybersecurity professionals in India say their role is more stressful now than it was five years ago, according to the newly released 2024 State of Cybersecurity survey report from ISACA, a global professional association advancing trust…

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Expert Warns of ‘Little Mermaid’ AI Scam: How To Protect Your Voice from Theft; Mukesh Choudhary, Co-founder & CTO of Finoit

How to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones From Falling Victim to One of the Most Brutal AI Scams Imagine a heart-stopping moment: a mother picks up her phone to hear her daughter’s voice, choked with sobs, whispering, “Mom, I messed up.” Panic sets in as a gruff male voice takes over, demanding a staggering…

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Fortinet pledged to train 1 million people in cybersecurity to tackle cyber skills shortage

Fortinet announced significant progress in its mission to address the cybersecurity skills shortage through its Training Institute programs. As part of the company’s commitment to closing the cyber workforce gap. Fortinet pledged to train 1 million people in cybersecurity by the end of 2026 and through the Fortinet Training Institute programs has achieved significant strides…

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Global Cybersecurity Forum highlights the need for collective action to secure the Digital Future

RIYADH: Cybersecurity industry leaders have emphasized the growing importance of digital protection as the world becomes increasingly interconnected at a special event in Riyadh. Speaking at the Global Cybersecurity Forum, Saad Al-Aboodi, CEO of the Saudi Information Technology Co., highlighted the global nature of the challenge during an address at the event, titled “Advancing Collective…

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Indian education sector, an area for Soft Target by Cyber Criminals; Check Point Study

Indian education sector faces unprecedented surge in cyberattacks – Over 8,000 weekly attacks, double the global average: Check Point This stark contrast underscores the heightened vulnerability of Indian organisations in the face of escalating cyber threats. Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. has unveiled finding of its latest Threat Intelligence Report for the last 6 months…

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