The release of DeepSeek’s R1 AI model on January 20, 2025, has sparked significant media attention and debate within tech, policy, and cybersecurity circles. This event, perceived by some as AI’s “Sputnik” moment, has prompted calls for severe restrictions, including bans, reassessment of export con
Rupert Marais is an in-house Security specialist with expertise in endpoint and device security, cybersecurity strategies, and network management. In this interview, Rupert will provide insights into the preservation of government web pages and data, the impact of administration changes on digital
The U.S. government has become increasingly mindful of the potential dangers posed by Chinese technology companies' access to American data and control over software and internet-connected devices. To address these concerns comprehensively, various regulatory measures have been established to
Concerns over the security and privacy of advanced AI models have reached new heights with recent revelations surrounding DeepSeek-R1, an artificial intelligence model developed by China-based DeepSeek. A comprehensive study identified severe security and safety issues with this AI, which
The energy sector is increasingly recognizing the critical importance of cybersecurity in the face of evolving cyber threats and geopolitical tensions. As the industry undergoes a significant transition towards digital technologies and sustainability, the need to protect operational technology (OT)
In response to an increasing number of sophisticated cyberattacks on U.S. federal agencies, critical infrastructure providers, and high-profile individuals, the Biden administration has released a comprehensive executive order aimed at bolstering cybersecurity across various sectors. Issued on
