Software, Cybersecurity Stocks Tank. Anthropic and OpenAI Fears Rattle the Sector
Software stocks fell hardly on Thursday, with cybersecurity names leading the decline as investors weighed fresh fears that advanced artificial intelligence tools could expose weaknesses in legacy systems, while geopolitical uncertainty also lingered.
Qualys QLYS dropped 13%, while Cloudflare NET, Tenable TENB and Zscaler (ZS) each fell about 11%. Anthropic said its Claude Mythos model can find hidden security flaws, and it shared the system with about 40 companies, including CrowdStrike CRWD and Palo Alto Networks PANW.
ServiceNow (NOW), Appian (APPN), Oracle ORCL, Salesforce CRM, Samsara (IOT), Intuit (INTU), Autodesk (ADSK), HubSpot (HUBS) and Palantir PLTR also fell. Palantir, once resilient in the 2025 software selloff, is now down 27% this year.
OpenAI is also preparing a model with similar cybersecurity features for a limited rollout. The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF (IGV) slid nearly 5% and is down 28% year to date.
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This analysis details key findings, opportunities, and recommendations based on Omdia's biannual market tracker database. Email Article All set! This article has been sent to my@email.address. All fields are required. For multiple recipients, separate email addresses with a semicolon. Please Note: Only individuals with an active subscription will be able to access the full article. All other readers will be directed to the abstract and would need to subscribe. The Analyst Team Hollie Hennessy Follow AnalystOT/IoT Cybersecurity Lead Hollie provides insight into the fascinating and fast-moving domain of OT and IoT cybersecurity, covering both cybersecurity and product security across automotive, medical, embedded, and industrial. Hollie has a range of experience in research. She began her career in the legal sector, writing and researching for expert witness reports on the labor market. She then moved into product testing, with a consumer protection focus. In this role, she was responsible for managing comparative tests of various technology and IoT products, as well as regular testing and investigative work into the security of these devices. She has published articles in Which?, produced by the UK’s largest consumer organization and one of the country’s largest subscription magazines, Computing, and regularly provides expertise for news announcements and reports. She is also a regular speaker at industry security events, as well as specialised events in the OT and IoT cybersecurity space. She has a particular interest in regulation and standards, supporting numerous research projects on the topic, ranging from consumer device testing and labelling, 5G security standards, OT security regulation, and automotive cybersecurity regulation. Become A Client Find out more about our full suite of products and solutions. Become A ClientYou must sign in to use this functionality Authentication.SignIn.HeadSignInHeader These are Omdia driven recommendations based on content that is both similar, and has been frequently visited
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SSH offers a secure remote access (SRA) capability for operational technology (OT) environments with a dedicated SKU in its PrivX secure access and secrets management portfolio. Email Article All set! This article has been sent to my@email.address. All fields are required. For multiple recipients, separate email addresses with a semicolon. Please Note: Only individuals with an active subscription will be able to access the full article. All other readers will be directed to the abstract and would need to subscribe. The Analyst Team Rik Turner Follow AnalystChief Analyst, Cybersecurity Rik Turner is a chief analyst in Omdia’s cybersecurity team, covering emerging cybersecurity technology trends across all the areas the team researches. Rik has also worked in Omdia’s financial services technology team, with a specialization in capital markets technology. Prior to joining Informa, he worked as an IT journalist, specializing in networking and security. He was also a foreign correspondent in Brazil, where he worked, among others, for the Financial Times and The Economist. More Content By Rik Turner Become A Client Find out more about our full suite of products and solutions. Become A ClientYou must sign in to use this functionality Authentication.SignIn.HeadSignInHeader These are Omdia driven recommendations based on content that is both similar, and has been frequently visited by other users in combination with the content you are currently viewing. Omdia Recommends These are Omdia driven recommendations based on content that is both similar, and has been frequently visited by other users in combination with the content you are currently viewing. Thank you Our expert analysts will review your question and the Ask an Analyst team will get back to you. We aim to respond within 24 hours, but we’re often quicker. Ask an Analyst Our team of experts are here to answer your questions. From advice on
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Buildings account for a significant share of global energy consumption and operational costs, making them a central focus for digital transformation initiatives. As enterprises look to optimize infrastructure, reduce emissions, and improve operational efficiency, the integration of IoT technologies into the built environment has become a strategic priority. Smart Buildings are emerging as a foundational layer in this transition, combining connected sensors, automation systems, and data platforms to enable real-time monitoring and intelligent control. Beyond energy efficiency, Smart Buildings also reshape how occupants interact with physical spaces, creating new opportunities for productivity, comfort, and sustainability. Key Takeaways - Smart Buildings use IoT technologies to optimize energy consumption, automate operations, and enhance occupant experience. - They rely on interconnected systems including sensors, building management platforms, and cloud-based analytics. - Key technologies include wireless connectivity, edge computing, AI-driven analytics, and interoperability standards. - Use cases span commercial real estate, industrial facilities, healthcare, and smart city infrastructure. - Challenges include integration complexity, cybersecurity risks, and legacy infrastructure constraints. What is a Smart Building? Smart Buildings refer to digitally connected structures that use IoT technologies to monitor, analyze, and control building systems such as lighting, HVAC, security, and occupancy in real time. These systems aim to improve operational efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and enhance the comfort and experience of occupants. Within the broader IoT ecosystem, Smart Buildings function as a convergence point between physical infrastructure and digital intelligence. They integrate data from distributed sensors with centralized or edge-based platforms to enable automated decision-making and predictive optimization. This transformation turns buildings from static assets into dynamic, responsive environments. How Smart Buildings work The architecture of Smart Buildings is typically layered, combining hardware, connectivity, data processing, and application services. At the foundation are IoT devices that collect environmental and operational data. These devices communicate with gateways
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Dublin, April 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Australia - Enterprise ICT Country Intelligence Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Australia Enterprise ICT Country Intelligence Report summarizes key findings carried out in H1-2025 and the Market Opportunity Forecasts to 2029. It reveals an executive-level overview of how the overall ICT budgets and their allocations towards various segments have changed for enterprises in the country in 2025 compared to 2024 and ICT revenue opportunity with detailed forecasts of key indicators up to 2029. The report provides detailed analysis of the overall Australia's enterprise ICT market trends and growth drivers based on the analyst's ICT Customer Insight Survey and the analyst's Market Opportunity Forecasts. The report also discusses about the market growth inhibitors impacting Australia's overall ICT market. It sheds focus on enterprise ICT budget allocations and ICT revenue opportunity covering 18 solution areas, segmental analysis, vertical analysis, as well as review of key macroeconomic and regulatory trends, and government initiatives. The report also includes a brief profile on some of the key ICT vendors within the country. Key Highlights - ICT market growth in Australia will be primarily driven by widespread digital transformation, spanning industries from agriculture to government, with increasing adoption of AI, cloud, IoT, automation and cybersecurity. - Australia's overall ICT market was pegged at more than $95 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 12% during 2024-2029 to reach more than $170 billion in 2029. - The analyst's ICT decision makers survey reveals a positive outlook for enterprise ICT spending in Australia, with a majority of respondents, more than 90% from the country, claiming that there has been an increase in the enterprise ICT budget in 2025 compared to 2024. - Cloud computing can be regarded as the
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Dublin, April 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "India - Enterprise ICT Country Intelligence Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The report reveals an executive-level overview of how the overall ICT budgets and their allocations towards various segments have changed for enterprises in the country in 2025 compared to 2024 and ICT revenue opportunity with detailed forecasts of key indicators up to 2029. The report provides detailed analysis of the overall India's enterprise ICT market trends and growth drivers based on the analyst's ICT Customer Insight Survey and the analyst's Market Opportunity Forecasts. The report also discusses about the market growth inhibitors impacting India's overall ICT market. It sheds focus on enterprise ICT budget allocations and ICT revenue opportunity covering 18 solution areas, segmental analysis, vertical analysis, as well as review of key macroeconomic and regulatory trends, and government initiatives. The report also includes a brief profile on some of the key ICT vendors within the country. Report Scope - Overall enterprise ICT revenue opportunity and ICT budget allocations for India - Macroeconomic and regulatory context and government initiatives - Insights on India's enterprise ICT growth drivers and market trends, basis the analyst's ICT Customer Insight Survey and Market Opportunity Forecasts to 2029 - Insights on market growth inhibitors impacting India's overall ICT market - Breakdown of enterprise ICT revenue opportunity by solution areas, end-use verticals and enterprise size band - Segmental analysis of India's enterprise ICT budget allocations and ICT revenue opportunity - hardware, software and services - Insights on ICT technology spending priorities of enterprises on key solution areas in India - Company snapshot Key Highlights - ICT market growth in India will be primarily driven by increased adoption of advanced technologies such as cloud computing, AI, and IoT and supported by government initiatives and a
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TechEx North America 2026 comes to San Jose for your annual enterprise technology intelligence briefing. SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — TechEx North America will take place on May 18–19, 2026, at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center, bringing together seven co-located enterprise technology events under one roof to tackle the real questions enterprise leaders are asking right now. This leading enterprise technology showcase will help CIOs, CTOs, IT Directors, enterprise architects, and IT leaders understand what’s changing, what matters and what to prioritise within the technology ecosystem. TechEx North America Conference Agenda TechEx North America will deliver a comprehensive agenda, with two days of technical discussion and industry collaboration across AI and Big Data, Cyber Security and Cloud, IoT, Digital Transformation, Intelligent Automation, Edge Computing, and Data Center. View the agenda-at-a-glance, featuring all of the co-located stages from across TechEx: Commenting on the agenda, Michael Hughes, Head of Conference at TechEx Events, said: “This year’s TechEx North America agenda reflects the conversations enterprise leaders urgently need to have. I am particularly excited about our new Physical AI track, which addresses the pivotal moment where AI moves beyond models and dashboards into operational environments” The new Physical AI track explores how AI integrates with robotics, edge devices, digital twins, industrial systems, and autonomous infrastructure. As AI moves beyond models and dashboards into operational environments, the challenge shifts from experimentation to orchestration. Industry Leading Speakers The conference program features C-suite and senior executives sharing proven approaches to delivering measurable impact in a digital-first world. Secure your place today & hear from: • Franziska Bell, Chief Data, AI and Analytics Officer, Ford Motor Company • Kevin Shin, CISO, Samsung • Tina Tsou, Director of Global Tech Operations, TikTok • Mohit Goenka, Director of Engineering, Yahoo • Ricardo Lafosse,
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Today’s Date: April 9, 2026 Introduction For over a decade, the story of BlackBerry (NYSE: BB) was one of survival. The company that once defined the smartphone era became a cautionary tale of disruption, followed by a long, arduous trek through the wilderness of corporate restructuring. However, as we move through the second quarter of 2026, the narrative has shifted. The "software turnaround" that began under former CEO John Chen and was accelerated by his successor, John Giamatteo, is officially complete. BlackBerry is no longer a "handset company trying to pivot"; it is a lean, cash-flow-positive entity split into two distinct, high-tech engines: the Internet of Things (IoT) and Cybersecurity. While its share price remains a fraction of its 2008 peak, the company's foundational role in the software-defined vehicle (SDV) revolution and sovereign security has made it a subject of renewed interest for institutional investors looking for undervalued infrastructure plays. Historical Background Founded in 1984 as Research In Motion (RIM) by Mike Lazaridis and Douglas Fregin in Waterloo, Ontario, BlackBerry pioneered the mobile email industry. The 1999 launch of the BlackBerry 850 pager and the subsequent "CrackBerry" craze of the mid-2000s saw the company capture over 50% of the U.S. smartphone market. However, the 2007 debut of the iPhone and the rise of Android-powered devices shattered RIM’s dominance. By 2013, the company was in freefall. The appointment of John Chen in 2013 marked the beginning of a decade-long transformation. Chen aggressively exited the hardware business, outsourcing phone manufacturing to focus on the QNX operating system (acquired from Harman International in 2010) and cybersecurity. The path was not linear—marked by heavy impairment charges, stagnant revenue growth, and identity crises—but it laid the groundwork for the modern, software-centric BlackBerry we see in 2026. Business Model BlackBerry’s current business model is bifurcated into
Apr 9, 2026 · via financialcontent.com
CEO John Giamatteo sold BlackBerry stock: here's why you shouldn't BlackBerry BB is pushing aggressively to the upside on April 9th after the cybersecurity and IoT firm posted a strong Q4 and issued impressive guidance for its fiscal 2027. The post-earnings rally helped BB break above its 100-day moving average (MA) – a significant technical development that often signals shifting momentum in favor of the bulls. The quarterly print brings much-needed reprieve to BlackBerry stock that has otherwise been struggling to find a bottom in 2026. Following the rally, it looks headed to print a new year-to-date high. Why CEO sale isn’t bearish for Blackberry stock Despite a strong release, CEO John Giamatteo’s recent sale of 27,066 BB shares for about $96,354 remains somewhat of a psychological overhang on the NYSE-listed firm. To the uninitiated, an insider sale during a turnaround can look like a lack of confidence. But here’s the context: this transaction was mostly to cover withholding taxes related to the vesting of 66,372 Restricted Share Units (RSUs). This is a common practice where executives sell a portion of their newly vested shares to pay the IRS. Moreover, the sale represented less than 3% of Giamatteo’s total holdings; with him still owning nearly 90,000 shares, his “skin in the game” remains substantial – and so does his “confidence” in what the future holds for BlackBerry. Why else are BB shares worth owning in 2026 In Q4, the company’s QNX division generated a record [MONEY value="78700000" currency="usd" notation="long" replace="false"] in revenue – up some 20% year-over-year – while the royalty backlog swelled to a staggering [MONEY value="950000000" currency="usd" notation="long" replace="false"]. This proves Blackberry has now evolved from a meme stock surviving on retail hype into a high-margin software powerhouse. By achieving the “Rule of 40” – a gold standard
Apr 9, 2026 · via tradingview.com
Buy These 3 Cybersecurity Stocks to Protect Your Portfolio in 2026 The cybersecurity space focuses on companies that offer integrated protection against evolving security threats while simplifying IT security infrastructure. Companies in this space provide solutions to safeguard applications, networks, and cloud computing environments. The widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), IoT devices, and increased digitization across both public and private sectors has heightened vulnerabilities and expanded attack surfaces, necessitating the development of advanced security solutions. Cybersecurity companies’ offerings include application-specific integrated circuits, hardware architecture, operating systems, and associated security and networking functions, ensuring robust defenses against cyberattacks. We recommend three cybersecurity stocks for 2026 to strengthen your portfolio. These are: Fortinet Inc.FTNT, F5 Inc.FFIV and Cisco Systems Inc.CSCO. Each of our picks currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. The chart below shows the price performance of our three picks year to date. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Fortinet Inc. Fortinet is benefiting from strength in demand from large enterprise customers and growth in the company's security subscriptions amid a slowdown in networking products, along with challenges in sales execution and marketing efficiency. The network security market is experiencing structural expansion as enterprises prioritize zero-trust architectures and hybrid cloud protection, creating a substantial growth runway for FTNT in 2026. Industry forecasts indicate that the global network security market will exceed $50 billion by the year-end, driven by increasing cyber threats and regulatory compliance requirements. FTNT’s dominant 50%+ firewall market share and extensive innovation portfolio of 1,400 global patents, including 500 AI-related innovations are expected to remain the key growth drivers. Higher IT spending on cybersecurity is further expected to aid FTNT in the near-term. For first-quarter 2026, FTNT guided revenues of $1.7-$1.76 billion. The
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Today’s Date: April 9, 2026 Introduction For over a decade, the story of BlackBerry (NYSE: BB) was one of survival. The company that once defined the smartphone era became a cautionary tale of disruption, followed by a long, arduous trek through the wilderness of corporate restructuring. However, as we move through the second quarter of 2026, the narrative has shifted. The "software turnaround" that began under former CEO John Chen and was accelerated by his successor, John Giamatteo, is officially complete. BlackBerry is no longer a "handset company trying to pivot"; it is a lean, cash-flow-positive entity split into two distinct, high-tech engines: the Internet of Things (IoT) and Cybersecurity. While its share price remains a fraction of its 2008 peak, the company's foundational role in the software-defined vehicle (SDV) revolution and sovereign security has made it a subject of renewed interest for institutional investors looking for undervalued infrastructure plays. Historical Background Founded in 1984 as Research In Motion (RIM) by Mike Lazaridis and Douglas Fregin in Waterloo, Ontario, BlackBerry pioneered the mobile email industry. The 1999 launch of the BlackBerry 850 pager and the subsequent "CrackBerry" craze of the mid-2000s saw the company capture over 50% of the U.S. smartphone market. However, the 2007 debut of the iPhone and the rise of Android-powered devices shattered RIM’s dominance. By 2013, the company was in freefall. The appointment of John Chen in 2013 marked the beginning of a decade-long transformation. Chen aggressively exited the hardware business, outsourcing phone manufacturing to focus on the QNX operating system (acquired from Harman International in 2010) and cybersecurity. The path was not linear—marked by heavy impairment charges, stagnant revenue growth, and identity crises—but it laid the groundwork for the modern, software-centric BlackBerry we see in 2026. Business Model BlackBerry’s current business model is bifurcated into
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on ALSO Holding AG (isin : CH0024590272) Westcoast Excels in Q1 2026 Post-ALSO Merger Westcoast has delivered a strong performance in the first quarter of 2026, surpassing its Q1 2025 results. This achievement stems from its collaboration with ALSO Holding AG, which led to enhanced data quality and reporting via a dedicated interface to ALSO's systems. The integration of senior Westcoast executives into central roles within the group, covering key functions such as Legal, Marketing, Finance, and Vendor Management, has bolstered the company's effectiveness. Moreover, the merger amplified growth potentials by harnessing a diversified vendor and product lineup, complemented by the monetization of digital platforms in cloud, AI, IoT, cybersecurity, and virtualization fields. The planned mergers of the French and UK cloud operations by 1 July 2026 are anticipated to further leverage logistics and cloud vendor partnerships. The strategic synergy between Westcoast and ALSO has proven beneficial, with seamless integration and tangible commercial gains already evident, as noted by Sunil Madhani, CEO of Westcoast. R. E. Copyright © 2026 FinanzWire, all reproduction and representation rights reserved. Disclaimer: although drawn from the best sources, the information and analyzes disseminated by FinanzWire are provided for informational purposes only and in no way constitute an incentive to take a position on the financial markets. Click here to consult the press release on which this article is based See all ALSO Holding AG news
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ALSO Holding AG Westcoast delivers strong performance as part of ALSO | ALSO Holding AG / Key word(s): Miscellaneous Westcoast delivers strong performance as part of ALSO Westcoast’s first quarter of 2026 shows positive development, performing ahead of Q1 2025 and reflecting benefits from closer collaboration with ALSO. The results were achieved using the established ERP environment, which has not been replaced for strategic and operational reasons. A dedicated interface to ALSO’s systems ensures high data quality and consistent reporting and business intelligence. The combination of both companies further enhances performance through: The mergers of the two synergy-relevant operations (France and UK cloud business) are expected to be completed by 1 July 2026, unlocking additional potential, particularly in logistics and cloud vendor relationships. Thomas Meyerhans, COO of ALSO Holding AG (SIX: ALSN): “Our catalytic integration approach allows us to capture opportunities early while maintaining a strong focus on operational excellence.” Sunil Madhani, CEO of Westcoast: “Our teams have aligned quickly with ALSO’s structures and processes, while preserving the agility that defines our business. The collaboration is seamless and highly effective, and we are already seeing tangible commercial benefits.” Contact ALSO Holding AG ALSO Holding AG (ALSN.SW) (Emmen/Switzerland) is Europe’s largest technology provider for the ICT industry, currently active in 31 European countries and in many countries worldwide via PaaS partners. The ALSO ecosystem comprises a total potential of more than 140,000 resellers, to whom we offer hardware, software and IT services from more than 800 vendors in over 1,680 product categories. In the spirit of the circular economy, the company provides all services from provision to remanufacturing from a single source. The business activities comprise the areas of Supply, Solutions and Service. Supply stands for the transactional provisioning of hardware and software. Solutions supports customers in the development of customised
Apr 9, 2026 · via eqs-news.com
SCADA Market Size Global SCADA Market size was USD 12.02 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 12.8 billion in 2026 and USD 13.63 billion in 2027, growing further to USD 22.56 billion by 2035, showing a steady growth rate of 6.5%. Around 68% of industries are adopting SCADA systems for real-time monitoring and control. Nearly 64% of energy and utility sectors rely on SCADA for efficient operations, while about 61% of manufacturing units use it to improve productivity and reduce downtime. The US SCADA Market is showing strong growth due to rising automation demand. Around 71% of industrial companies in the US use SCADA systems for monitoring and control. Nearly 66% of energy utilities depend on SCADA for grid management and fault detection. About 59% of manufacturing facilities are using SCADA to improve efficiency and reduce operational risks. In addition, close to 54% of companies are investing in advanced SCADA solutions with cloud and IoT integration, supporting further market expansion. Key Findings - Market Size: Global SCADA Market reached $12.02 billion in 2025, $12.8 billion in 2026, and will hit $22.56 billion by 2035, growing at 6.5%. - Growth Drivers: Around 68% demand automation, 64% energy monitoring, 61% manufacturing efficiency, 58% smart systems, and 55% industries adopt real-time solutions. - Trends: About 65% cloud adoption, 62% IoT integration, 59% analytics usage, 57% remote monitoring, and 54% focus on cybersecurity systems. - Key Players: Schneider Electric SE (France), Siemens AG (Germany), ABB (Switzerland), Honeywell International Inc. (US), Rockwell Automation Inc. (US) & more. - Regional Insights: North America holds 32%, Europe 27%, Asia-Pacific 29%, and Middle East & Africa 12%, showing balanced industrial automation growth. - Challenges: Around 60% face cybersecurity risks, 55% system complexity issues, 52% integration challenges, 49% skilled workforce gaps, and 47% maintenance concerns. -
Apr 8, 2026 · via globalgrowthinsights.com
Cybersecurity researchers have lifted the curtain on a stealthy botnet that's designed for distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. Called Masjesu, the botnet has been advertised via Telegram as a DDoS-for-hire service since it first surfaced in 2023. It's capable of targeting a wide range of IoT devices, such as routers and gateways, spanning multiple architectures. "Built for persistence and low visibility, Masjesu favors careful, low-key execution over widespread infection, deliberately avoiding blocklisted IP ranges such as those belonging to the Department of Defense (DoD) to ensure long-term survival," Trellix security researcher Mohideen Abdul Khader F said in a Tuesday report. It's worth noting that the commercial offering also goes by the moniker XorBot owing to its use of XOR-based encryption to conceal strings, configurations, and payload data. It was first documented by Chinese security vendor NSFOCUS in December 2023, linking it to an operator named "synmaestro." A subsequent iteration of the botnet observed a year later was found to have added 12 different command injection and code execution exploits to target routers, cameras, DVRs, and NVRs from D-Link, Eir, GPON, Huawei, Intelbras, MVPower, NETGEAR, TP-Link, and Vacron, and obtain initial access. Also added were new modules to conduct DDoS flood attacks. "As an emerging botnet family, XorBot is showing a strong growth momentum, continuously infiltrating and controlling new IoT devices," NSFOCUS said in November 2024. "Notably, these controllers are increasingly inclined to use social media platforms such as Telegram as the main channels for recruitment and promotion, attracting target 'customers' through initial active promotional activities, laying a solid foundation for the subsequent expansion and development of the botnet." The latest findings from Trellix show that Masjesu has marketed the ability to carry out volumetric DDoS attacks, emphasizing its diverse botnet infrastructure and its suitability for targeting content delivery networks (CDNs), game
Apr 8, 2026 · via thehackernews.com
Cybersecurity Leaders to Watch in California’s High-Tech Manufacturing Industry California’s high-tech manufacturing sector sits at the intersection of advanced hardware, connected products, cloud infrastructure, medical devices, and industrial-scale research and development. That makes cybersecurity a cross-functional discipline rather than a siloed one. The leaders in this feature reflect that reality. Their backgrounds span artificial intelligence security, cloud security, product security, compliance, risk management, secure engineering, and the protection of complex manufacturing and healthcare-adjacent environments. Kshitish Soman — Head of Information Security, Seagate Technology At Seagate Technology, Kshitish Soman serves as head of information security, with responsibility spanning artificial intelligence security, risk management, cloud security, and security architecture. His role builds on an unusual mix of product, engineering, and security leadership. Before moving into Seagate’s information security organization, he led engineering and later products, engineering, and operations for Lyve Cloud, giving him direct experience in the technical and operational environments that security teams are often asked to protect. Earlier in his career, Soman co-founded OmegaTrace, an IoT product engineering company focused on indoor location sensing and tracking, and also co-founded Digigel, a scalable IoT and fog computing platform. Previous leadership roles at KPMG, Pali Capital, Marsh, Aon, American Express, and other firms added experience in consulting, enterprise architecture, systems design, and large-scale software delivery. That blend of engineering depth and security leadership is especially relevant in high-tech manufacturing environments where cloud platforms, connected systems, and operational resilience increasingly overlap. Naor Penso — Chief Information Security Officer, Cerebras Systems Naor Penso is chief information security officer at Cerebras Systems, where he oversees security at a company building large-scale artificial intelligence computing infrastructure. Before joining Cerebras, he served as vice president and head of product security at FICO, following earlier leadership positions including chief technology officer for cybersecurity at Amdocs and chief information
Apr 8, 2026 · via securityboulevard.com
Cybersecurity in the Age of Instant Software AI is rapidly changing how software is written, deployed, and used. Trends point to a future where AIs can write custom software quickly and easily: “instant software.” Taken to an extreme, it might become easier for a user to have an AI write an application on demand—a spreadsheet, for example—and delete it when you’re done using it than to buy one commercially. Future systems could include a mix: both traditional long-term software and ephemeral instant software that is constantly being written, deployed, modified, and deleted. AI is changing cybersecurity as well. In particular, AI systems are getting better at finding and patching vulnerabilities in code. This has implications for both attackers and defenders, depending on the ways this and related technologies improve. In this essay, I want to take an optimistic view of AI’s progress, and to speculate what AI-dominated cybersecurity in an age of instant software might look like. There are a number of unknowns that will factor into how the arms race between attacker and defender might play out. How flaw discovery might work On the attacker side, the ability of AIs to automatically find and exploit vulnerabilities has increased dramatically over the past few months. We are already seeing both government and criminal hackers using AI to attack systems. The exploitation part is critical here, because it gives an unsophisticated attacker capabilities far beyond their understanding. As AIs get better, expect more attackers to automate their attacks using AI. And as individuals and organizations can increasingly run powerful AI models locally, AI companies monitoring and disrupting malicious AI use will become increasingly irrelevant. Expect open-source software, including open-source libraries incorporated in proprietary software, to be the most targeted, because vulnerabilities are easier to find in source code. Unknown No. 1
Apr 7, 2026 · via schneier.com
Abstract The Internet of Things (IoT) presents considerable hurdles, especially in maintaining security across its swiftly proliferating applications. Administering security protocols and updating individual IoT devices to address emerging risks is resource intensive. Furthermore, the extensive data produced by IoT devices presents a significant opportunity for machine learning to improve threat detection. This study investigates the application of deep learning frameworks for the analysis of IoT network traffic to enhance intrusion detection and strengthen cybersecurity. A hybrid intrusion detection system (HIDS) is suggested, utilizing an iterative ensemble method that combines Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks for enhanced classification accuracy. Adaptive Synthetic Sampling (ADASYN) is utilized to rectify data imbalance, whereas Recursive Feature Elimination (RFE) enhances classifier efficacy by eliminating extraneous features. This comprehensive approach improves detection precision and system robustness against cyber-attacks. The proposed CNN–LSTM-based IDS was evaluated on five benchmark datasets. Across these datasets, the model consistently achieved high performance, including 98.89% accuracy on KDDCup99, 97% on CAN-BUS, 97% on NSL-KDD, and 99% on CICIDS, demonstrating its robustness across diverse IoT-Fog scenarios. Although increasing the model complexity yielded only marginal gains in detection performance, it substantially increased computational demands, indicating diminishing returns from more complex architectures. Customized deep learning approaches combined with effective preprocessing significantly improved IDS performance in IoT-Fog cybersecurity frameworks. Data availability The datasets used and/or analyzed during the current study available from the corresponding author on reasonable request. References Thakkar, A. & Lohiya, R. A survey on intrusion detection system: feature selection, model, performance measures, application perspective, challenges, and future research directions. Artif. Intell. Rev. 55(1), 453–563 (2022). Liu, Y., Dong, X., Zio, E. & Cui, Y. Active Resilient Secure Control for Heterogeneous Swarm Systems Under Malicious Cyber-Attacks. IEEE Trans. Syst. Man Cybernetics: Syst. 25, 1–10. https://doi.org/10.1109/TSMC.2025.3580940 (2025). Yi, L., Yin,
Apr 7, 2026 · via nature.com
Digital Power Utility Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Hardware Service, software Service), By Application (Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, Energy Storage, Other), Regional Insights and Forecast to 2035 Digital Power Utility Market Overview The Digital Power Utility Market size valued at USD 8447.48 million in 2026 and is expected to reach USD 17909.59 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 9% from 2026 to 2035. The Digital Power Utility Market is undergoing rapid transformation driven by the integration of smart technologies, with over 68% of global utilities implementing digital grid solutions and approximately 72% deploying advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) across operations. Around 65% of utilities worldwide have adopted cloud-based asset management systems, while 58% utilize AI-driven predictive analytics to enhance grid efficiency. The Digital Power Utility Market Size is influenced by the increasing penetration of renewable energy, which accounts for nearly 30% of total global power generation capacity. Additionally, over 75% of utilities have initiated digital transformation roadmaps, highlighting strong Digital Power Utility Market Growth and Digital Power Utility Market Trends. In the United States, the Digital Power Utility Market Analysis shows that nearly 85% of utilities have installed smart meters, covering more than 120 million endpoints. Approximately 70% of utilities use real-time grid monitoring systems, while 62% rely on automated outage management platforms. Renewable integration has reached 40% of total installed capacity, increasing the demand for digital control systems. Around 55% of U.S. utilities utilize IoT-enabled devices, and 67% deploy cybersecurity frameworks to protect grid infrastructure. The Digital Power Utility Market Outlook in the U.S. is supported by over 50% adoption of distributed energy resource management systems (DERMS). Key Findings - Market Size: 68% utilities digitized, 72% smart meters deployed, 65% cloud adoption. - Growth Drivers: 78% smart grid adoption, 70% renewable integration, 68%
Apr 7, 2026 · via marketgrowthreports.com
Industrial systems are entering a new phase where data, connectivity, and automation converge at scale. The concept of Smart Manufacturing sits at the intersection of these forces, reshaping how factories operate, how assets are managed, and how decisions are made across production environments. For IoT decision makers and industrial leaders, Smart Manufacturing is not a single technology but an architectural shift. It combines connected devices, real-time data processing, and advanced analytics to create more adaptive, efficient, and resilient operations. Understanding how these systems work—and where their limits lie—is now critical for long-term competitiveness. Key Takeaways - Smart Manufacturing integrates IoT, data analytics, and automation to enable real-time visibility and control across industrial operations. - Edge computing, industrial connectivity, and interoperability standards are essential to support scalable deployments. - Use cases range from predictive maintenance to digital twins and supply chain optimization. - Benefits include improved efficiency and reduced downtime, but challenges remain around integration, cybersecurity, and legacy systems. - The ecosystem involves a complex mix of hardware vendors, connectivity providers, and industrial software platforms. What is Smart Manufacturing? Smart Manufacturing refers to the use of connected systems, sensors, and data-driven technologies to monitor, analyze, and optimize industrial production processes in real time. It leverages IoT infrastructure to create a digitally integrated environment where machines, systems, and operators can exchange data and coordinate actions. Within the broader IoT ecosystem, Smart Manufacturing represents one of the most mature and impactful domains of industrial IoT. It extends traditional automation by introducing connectivity and intelligence at every level—from shop floor equipment to enterprise systems—enabling continuous optimization rather than static control. Unlike conventional manufacturing systems that rely on periodic monitoring and manual intervention, Smart Manufacturing systems are designed to be adaptive. They can detect anomalies, trigger automated responses, and support predictive decision-making based on continuous
Apr 7, 2026 · via iotbusinessnews.com