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Google adds security controls for AI agents in Chrome

Browser-based AI agents will face tighter enterprise oversight as Google moves to curb data leaks and unauthorised actions in Chrome.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Yesterday

Digital Transformation

Google Cloud urges boards to prioritise AI threat defence

Boards need to rethink cyber oversight as AI speeds up attacks and raises the risk of business disruption, Google Cloud says.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last week

Software-as-a-Service

Cybercriminals shift from ransomware to data theft

Organisations face a growing risk of silent data theft as criminals exploit cloud identities and credentials for extortion instead of encryption.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week

Semiconductors

Weebit lifts guidance after chip tape-outs & licence wins

Orders and revenue prospects have improved for Weebit, which lifted FY26 guidance to at least A$13.5 million after three chip designs reached tape-out.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Last week

Software-as-a-Service

Entersekt appoints Clare Conway as Chief Executive Officer

The financial authentication firm is shifting to a new executive structure as it expands internationally and tackles rising fraud and scam activity.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week

Software-as-a-Service

Corsearch names Todd Morris as Chief Executive Officer

Growing online fraud and counterfeits are pushing brand protection into the boardroom as Corsearch appoints Todd Morris as Chief Executive Officer.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

Data Protection

Synsira launches local AI tool for private file searches

Privacy-conscious professionals can now search sensitive files on-device, as Synsira's Kind Local Pro keeps data off cloud servers.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week

Data Protection

1Password launches privileged access tools for AI agents

The new platform aims to cut breach risk as firms let AI agents use more systems, with 40% of developers leaving their access in place.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week

Malware

Netskope says downstream AI data breaches are surging

Downstream AI data leaks have more than doubled in a year, with connected services now returning unauthorised information to staff and agents.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Data Protection

Daon wins patent for real-time AI agent authorisation

Banks and insurers could soon grant AI agents narrower, time-limited access to sensitive systems under Daon's new patent.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Robotics

Robosen opens pre-orders for battle-worn Optimus Prime

Fans in Australia and New Zealand can now reserve a limited-run collectible that recreates the 1986 film's fallen Optimus Prime scene.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week

Data Protection

Automotive cyber vulnerabilities more than double in Q2

Greater exposure to remote attacks is worrying carmakers, as high-severity automotive cybersecurity flaws jumped to 161 in the second quarter.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week

Customer Relationship Management

Cohesity mitigating shadow AI by empowering staffers

Approved AI tools are cutting shadow use by staff, but Cohesity warns the bigger risk is corrupted enterprise knowledge and weak governance.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • Last week

Data Protection

Macquarie launches security centre for universities

Australasian universities facing an October cyber deadline get round-the-clock local monitoring to better protect sensitive research and student data.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week

Stories from Other Regions

Intellectual property stories

Fintech

Beyond capital: How Scotland is shaping the future of fintech

Private backing and public funding are helping Scottish fintech firms scale AI tools, with Aveni's GBP £12 million round and FRIL's GBP £3.18 million boost.

By Pamela Bryer • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Artificial Intelligence

Nuggit launches GBP £5 million fund for UK YouTubers

UK YouTube creators can now tap growth capital and operational support without surrendering ownership, as Nuggit targets a fast-maturing sector.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

Agricultural Technology

Arboreal Bioinnovations raises INR ₹230 crore Series A

The Bengaluru ingredients maker will use fresh capital to expand production and speed up R&D as demand rises for healthier, locally tailored products.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week