// IN TODAY’S EDITION
AI firms warn of cyber surge
Car bomb kills a Russian officer
Russia threatens to strike British targets
Trump declares an emergency over grid equipment
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Over 100 Tech Giants, Financial Firms Warn AI Cyberattacks Are About to Surge
More than 100 companies, including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google and Microsoft, have signed an open letter warning that AI-enabled cyberattacks could become far more widespread and sophisticated in the coming months.
The group urged organizations to fix security vulnerabilities, replace outdated systems and use AI to strengthen cyber defenses. It also called on governments to coordinate cyber defense efforts and expand access to AI-powered security tools. Read
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The U.S. Navy is offering up to $100,000 in retention bonuses to experienced chief warrant officers serving in SEAL and special warfare combat crewmen roles. Eligible sailors with four to 16 years of commissioned service can sign three- to five-year contracts worth $12,500 to $20,000 per year, with payments made upfront. Read
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A Russian Aerospace Forces lieutenant colonel was killed by a car bomb in St. Petersburg on Thursday, while his wife was seriously injured. The bomb detonated inside their car as they left their home. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack. Read
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Russia threatened to strike British military targets in and outside Ukraine in response to Ukrainian attacks using British-made long-range missiles. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said Britain could face “catastrophic consequences” if it continues supporting Ukraine. Read
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President Donald Trump has declared a national emergency seeking to block foreign-made equipment deemed a security risk to the U.S. power grid. Energy Secretary Chris Wright will determine which equipment is affected, but reports said it could include transformers, substations, batteries, generators, turbines and software. Read
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The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) confirmed a “major incident” after the Qilin ransomware group claimed it breached one of the agency’s standalone systems. Qilin listed the ATF on its dark web leak site but did not say whether it stole data or demanded a ransom. The ATF is investigating the breach with the Department of Justice. Read
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