Ransomware Attack Trends Challenge Businesses
The last quarter has seen a significant shift in ransomware attack responses, with victims’ willingness to meet hackers’ demands dropping to an unprecedented low, as per Coveware’s recent findings. While just 29% of targeted entities conceded to paying ransoms, the frequency of such cyber assaults reached alarming levels. Cybercriminals have not been deterred, increasing their rate of attacks and pushing their overall profit in 2023 to a staggering $1.1 billion, illustrating an evolving battleground where businesses are reluctantly but increasingly resisting extortion, while attackers are becoming more aggressive in their efforts.
GitHub Harnesses AI to Boost Efficiency
GitHub, the well-known software development platform, is on a quest to use artificial intelligence to save its employees some valuable time. In the era of ChatGPT and tech-industry layoffs, GitHub’s COO, Kyle Daigle, emphasizes the importance of measuring time savings provided by AI technology. With initiatives to integrate AI more deeply into internal processes, GitHub is actively seeking ways to enhance productivity across various departments. The goal is to allow the workforce, also known as “Hubbers,” to reinvest time saved into other areas, underlining the tech industry’s pivot towards more efficient, AI-driven workflows.
Deepfake Detections: Clarity’s New Frontier in Cybersecurity
Amid the swirling concerns over AI-generated deepfakes, Clarity, an Israeli AI cybersecurity startup, has successfully secured $16 million in seed funding. The burgeoning firm distinguishes itself by developing tools to spot deepfakes and synthetic media, bolstering defenses against a new wave of AI-assisted disinformation. Clarity’s CEO, Michael Matias, envisions deepfake detection as a crucial aspect of cybersecurity, akin to identifying viral strains. With the fresh injection of funds, Clarity plans to expand its research and analytical capabilities, aiming to enhance the integrity of digital content and combat the spread of AI-generated falsehoods.
