One Minute Roundup

Japan Pushes Proactive Cyber Laws – June 17th

Japan Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba implements a new cybersecurity defense law ahead of national elections to take proactive measures against cyber threats. The legislation allows the government to monitor online communications and requires private companies to report cyberattacks. 

EU Launches Free Railway Cybersecurity Courses – June 16th

The International Union of Railways is launching cybersecurity courses specifically for the transport industry. Developed by industry specialists, the CYRUS training program aims to address the growing need for cybersecurity awareness in the industry, particularly among non-technical staff.

Geopolitical Tensions are Changing the Cybersecurity Landscape – June 13th

Political tensions are prompting nations to re-strategize cybersecurity. Countries that once sought international cooperation and joint strategies are now prioritizing domestic cyber capacities and national interests as a result of geopolitical instabilities.

UK backs AI and intelligence modernization – June 12th

The UK government has announced its plans to invest in digital and artificial intelligence (AI) in public services, including the NHS, aiming to build strong technology foundations and tackle urgent cybersecurity risks.

Cyera secures $540 million in funding – June 11th

Cybersecurity firm Cyera has raised $540 million in a Series E funding round, bringing its total to over $1.3 billion. Cyera’s valuation has surged to $6 billion in six months, reporting a 353 percent year-over-year growth. 

Honeywell kicks off AI tools to accelerate industrial autonomy – June 10th

Honeywell has debuted a series of AI-powered tools that intend to boost industrial autonomy, introducing a suite of AI cybersecurity solutions designed to ramp up Operation Technology defenses against the ever-evolving cyberthreat landscape.

Trump Doubles Down on Cybersecurity Sanctions – June 9th

US President Donald Trump issues a new cybersecurity-related Executive Order, overriding previous orders issued by former presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden. The Executive Order will focus on “critical protections against foreign cyber threats and enhancing secure technology practices.”

Critical Qualcomm Zero-Days Exploited in Targeted Android Attacks – June 2nd

In today's daily round up - Qualcomm has patched three zero-day vulnerabilities which were actively exploited in targeted attacks against Android devices, Dedge Security has raised €4 million in seed funding to bolster its platform, and PTSD Resolution has teamed up with the Chartered Institute of Information Security to provide trauma therapy services to cybersecurity professionals.

Deepfake Phishing Targets Trump’s Chief of Staff – May 30th

In today's daily roundup - Deepfake Phishing Targets Trump’s Chief of Staff, ConnectWise Breached by Suspected Nation-State Actor, and Unbound Security Raises $4M Seed Funding.