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Cyber warfare

Modern warfare offers important AI lessons for enterprises

The ability of AI systems to bring fragmented data together into one coherent view is critical for enterprises navigating increasingly complex digital environments, says the writer.
The ability of AI systems to bring fragmented data together into one coherent view is critical for enterprises navigating increasingly complex digital environments, says the writer.

Meta takes legal action against Israeli spyware firm NSO

Meta said its WhatsApp messaging service disrupted new spear phishing attempts linked to NSO, an entity blacklisted by the US government and identified as a national security risk.
Meta said its WhatsApp messaging service disrupted new spear phishing attempts linked to NSO, an entity blacklisted by the US government and identified as a national security risk.

China closing cyber gap with West, Britain’s spy chief warns

Retail chain Marks & Spencer was among the companies targeted in major cyberattacks in 2025.
Retail chain Marks & Spencer was among the companies targeted in major cyberattacks in 2025.

Canvas cyberattack: NUS, SIM, NTUC LearningHub ask users to reset passwords as added precaution

NUS was one of many local and international institutions affected by a massive cyberattack on May 7.
NUS was one of many local and international institutions affected by a massive cyberattack on May 7.

North Korea calls US cyber threat claims a fabrication, warns of countermeasures

The US Justice Department and FBI have also warned that North Korean cyber groups pose a continuing threat to governments, businesses and critical infrastructure worldwide.
The US Justice Department and FBI have also warned that North Korean cyber groups pose a continuing threat to governments, businesses and critical infrastructure worldwide.

Home Team to develop space satellite, humanoid robots, more AI: Shanmugam

Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs K. Shanmugam speaking at the Milipol TechX Summit on April 28.
Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs K. Shanmugam speaking at the Milipol TechX Summit on April 28.

Germany blames Russia for Signal phishing attacks on lawmakers

FILE PHOTO: The German flag flutters outside the Reichstag building, the seat of the German parliament, the Bundestag, in Berlin, Germany, September 16, 2025. REUTERS/Lisi Niesner/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: The German flag flutters outside the Reichstag building, the seat of the German parliament, the Bundestag, in Berlin, Germany, September 16, 2025. REUTERS/Lisi Niesner/File Photo

China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyberagencies warn

Global agencies warn China-linked hackers use covert device networks to hide attacks, urging stronger cyber defences.
Global agencies warn China-linked hackers use covert device networks to hide attacks, urging stronger cyber defences.

UK must brace itself for rise in state-backed cyberattacks, security chief says

Britain's security chief says the majority of the most serious incidents now originate “directly or indirectly” from nation states, including China, Iran and Russia.
Britain's security chief says the majority of the most serious incidents now originate “directly or indirectly” from nation states, including China, Iran and Russia.

Japan goes on the offensive against cyberattacks

Japan’s new strategy against cyber attacks empowers the authorities to move from reactive responses to pre-emptive threat detection and disruption of hostile activities, says the writer.
Japan’s new strategy against cyber attacks empowers the authorities to move from reactive responses to pre-emptive threat detection and disruption of hostile activities, says the writer.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.