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Defence Cyber Agency begins exercise to bolster cyber resilience at national level
Economic Times
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1m ago
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The Defence Cyber Agency of India, under the Headquarters of Integrated Defence Staff, launched 'Cyber Suraksha', a comprehensive cyber security exercise. The event aims to strengthen national cyber resilience by simulating real-world cyber threats and enhancing the analytical and defensive cyber skills of participants. Running until June 2025, it involves over 100 participants from various national agencies, featuring structured learning and practical challenges, and includes a Chief Information Security Officers conclave for leadership engagement.
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SEBI categorises entities on size, risk level basis under cybersecurity, cyber resilience framework
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3m ago
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SEBI has categorized financial market entities into four groups—Qualified REs, Mid-size REs, Small-size REs, and Self-certification REs—based on their size and risk level under the Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF). The framework, introduced in 2024, aims to bolster cybersecurity. Categories depend on size, clients, and turnover, with specific exemptions and mandatory compliance requirements for different types of registered entities, like stock brokers, depository participants, and portfolio managers. Compliance is expected by June 2025.
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Vocal for Local: Piyush Goyal Explains How Supporting Indian Startups Creates Jobs
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3m ago
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Union Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized the “Be Vocal for Local” mantra at The Bharat Project launch, aimed at fostering 10 lakh entrepreneurs over three years. This initiative supports local industries against cheaper imports to bolster India's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Highlighting success stories, Goyal noted inclusive government schemes like Mudra Yojana and Swanidhi Yojana. He emphasized embracing entrepreneurship across India, encouraging belief in local potential for national growth and resilience.
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Japan links Chinese hacker MirrorFace to dozens of cyber attacks targeting security and tech data
Economic Times
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7m ago
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Japan's National Police Agency has linked over 200 cyber attacks since 2019 to a Chinese group, MirrorFace, targeting national security and tech data. The attacks focused on Japan's ministries, space agency, and related firms, aiming to steal sensitive information. MirrorFace employed malware-laden emails and exploited VPN vulnerabilities to access data. The incidents highlight Japan's cybersecurity vulnerabilities amidst growing defense collaborations with the US. Japan's agencies and businesses are urged to strengthen preventive measures.
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Out-of-box thinking, expertise needed to protect digital ecosystem: UIDAI chief
Economic Times
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5m ago
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India needs innovative thinking and expertise to safeguard its digital ecosystem due to high cyberattack risks, stated UIDAI Chief S M D Jeelani. At the inauguration of SISA's Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence Lab at Dayananda Sagar University, he emphasized the importance of equipping students with industry-relevant skills. The lab aims to cultivate future cyber leaders, foster collaboration, and innovate cybersecurity solutions, aligning with government initiatives to bolster the national digital security landscape.
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North Korea broke into South Korean chip equipment firms: Seoul's spy agency
Economic Times
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1y ago
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North Korean hackers have targeted at least two South Korean chipmaking equipment manufacturers in an attempt to sidestep sanctions and develop their own semiconductors for weapons programs, according to South Korea's spy agency. The National Intelligence Service (NIS) warned that North Korea could engage in cyber attacks or spread fake news to interfere in upcoming elections. The NIS stated that the hackers gained access to company servers, stealing product design drawings and facility photographs. The agency believes that North Korea is preparing to produce its own semiconductors to overcome procurement difficulties caused by sanctions.
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Growing Complexity in Cyberspace Primes Global Cybersecurity Outlook for 2025
Economic Times
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6m ago
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The World Economic Forum's Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025 report highlights increasing cyber complexity due to technological growth, geopolitical uncertainties, and supply chain vulnerabilities. Geopolitical tensions, regulatory fragmentation, and advanced threats like those from GenAI deepen cyber inequity. Nearly 54% of large firms cite supply chain issues as barriers to cyber resilience. The report emphasizes public-private collaboration, adopting a security-first mindset, and evaluating cyber risks socioeconomically to strengthen resilience against sophisticated attacks impacting financial stability.
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Cybersecurity startup Mitigata raises $5.9 million from Nexus Venture Partners, others - The Economic Times
Economic Times
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6d ago
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Bengaluru-based Mitigata, a cyber resilience startup, raised $5.9 million from Nexus Venture Partners and other investors. As India’s only full-stack cyber resilience platform, Mitigata integrates cybersecurity, compliance, and insurance. The funds will enhance its AI-backed security tools and expand its services and market presence. Serving over 500 enterprises across 25 sectors, Mitigata plans to establish global security centers and enhance its team, emphasizing cyber risk quantification, 24x7 monitoring, and incident response.
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India begins to design own AI chip. The tougher part comes next
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6m ago
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India is initiating efforts to develop its own AI chip to reduce reliance on Nvidia processors, emphasizing national technological independence. With a tentative completion target of 2027, collaboration between the Ministry of Electronics, C-Dac, and other entities is underway using open-source architecture. This move reflects India’s strategic shift to bolster domestic capabilities amid global tech powerplays, as it seeks to enhance its semiconductor production infrastructure and manage long-term geopolitical and economic risks.
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Indigenisation Push: DRDO Awards Contracts To 7 Startups
Inc42
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1y ago
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Seven startups, including Oxygen 2 Innovation, Sagar Defence Engineering, and EyeROV Technologies, have secured contracts from the Indian government to enhance the nation's defence capabilities. The projects, sanctioned under the Technology Development Fund scheme, cover a range of military assets such as underwater-launched unmanned aerial vehicles and long-range remotely operated detection vehicles. These initiatives aim to promote domestic defence manufacturing and bolster the country's defence sector.
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Google CEO says that AI tips the scales in favor of defenders “disproportionately”
Techradar
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1y ago
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai believes that artificial intelligence (AI) can actually strengthen cybersecurity defenses. While AI tools have made it easier for cyber attackers, Pichai argues that they can also speed up the detection and containment of threats, benefiting defenders. He acknowledged the growing concern about cyber threats and highlighted the importance of AI in reducing the time taken to identify and prevent attacks. Pichai's comments were made at the Munich Security conference, where Google also announced its AI Cyber Defense Initiative aimed at enhancing cybersecurity resilience through training, education, and AI research investments.
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