CYBERSECURITY IN MINING
‘Wars now target economies’: PM Modi warns of ‘cyber terrorists’, calls for stronger banking security
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Reserve Bank of India's new data centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar. He emphasized the importance of protecting India's banking system from potential cyber threats. Modi noted that India's banking sector has become more efficient and accessible to the masses since 2014. He underscored the government's efforts to provide formal banking services to previously disadvantaged groups.
AI fear makes companies look powerful and helps them raise funds: Andrew Ng
In an exclusive interview with The Economic Times Digital, Andrew Ng argues that the immediate challenge is to prepare people for work that increasingly involves AI. He notes that computer science students, who have never used a coding agent or are connected to an advanced AI model, even as those skills become essential, continue to graduate from universities.
European Donald on a mission to mould ties with India
Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk is visiting India to enhance strategic partnerships in trade and technology. The visit includes talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding security and economic collaborations. Business programs in New Delhi and Bengaluru are planned to stimulate investment and innovation. Both countries aim to develop a trade roadmap targeting $10 billion and address market barriers.
CISF to roll out historic functional reorganisation from November 1
The Central Industrial Security Force is set to reorganize its administrative structure beginning November 1. This restructuring aims to improve specialized security management across various industries and installations. Key sectors like power, coal, and petroleum will receive enhanced operational oversight and sector-specific expertise. The changes follow consultations with senior officers and aim to strengthen coordination with relevant authorities.
Shaktikanta Das, PM's Principal Secretary-2, says India within striking distance of 8% growth
Shaktikanta Das highlighted India's impressive 7.8% GDP growth in the first quarter of the financial year. He emphasized the role of strong domestic demand and structural reforms in facilitating this growth. Das noted that enhanced governance and digital systems significantly contributed to economic stability and performance.
China's AI agents can lie and scheme - just like their US rivals
Reuters examined more than 200 documents, ranging from university research papers to technical reports, and identified at least 20 studies or evaluations since 2025 describing cases where agents displayed behaviour such as deception, replication and challenging boundaries that AI experts described as building blocks for a breakout and which could become harder for humans to control as systems advance.
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These large- and mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos have upside potential of up to 25%, according to analysts
Talk of tariffs, especially steep ones, makes the market nervous. Which is exactly why the next few trading sessions are critical, and why being in a hurry to take any market-related decision is the one thing to avoid right now. It is better to be cautious, to wait and watch. And let the picture become a little clearer before you act.
Inside Tata's empire as N. Chandrasekaran secures another five-year term
Tata Sons reappointed N. Chandrasekaran as chairman for another five years. The conglomerate's aviation business includes Air India and Air India Express. Tata Motors transformed into a global automotive group after acquiring Jaguar Land Rover. Tata Consultancy Services remains a significant contributor to dividend income. Tata Steel and Tata Power are key players in their respective industries.
For investors who know and accept that bears can roam the street longer: 5 mid-cap stocks with upside potential of up to 29%
It is when the market displays the kind of sentiment it is doing now that most investors develop a strong desire to just get out. That’s quite understandable, especially as more trouble is expected. But there is a problem with getting out. The market can turn on a single sentence, over a single weekend, and by the time you register the move, it is gone. As you cannot reliably jump out and back in, the sensible thing to do is to hold on to good businesses and forget about timing the market.
BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration: Inside the 140-point document on Global South's ambitions
BRICS leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration at the 18th summit, reaffirming their commitment to cooperation, multilateralism and a more representative global order. The document outlines India's 2026 chairship priorities, recognises partner countries' contributions and calls for greater participation of Emerging Markets, Developing Countries and Least Developed Countries in global governance.
These large- and mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos have upside potential of up to 28%, according to analysts
With each passing day, things are getting more complicated in the Gulf region – as well as in the market. When will things get sorted out? No one knows, and anyone claiming otherwise is indulging in guesswork. So, be ready to see a decline in the value of the stocks you hold or buy for some time at least, if not more. And the chances are that volatility will continue in most emerging markets, including India, even if the war ends tomorrow.
Stocks in news: Reliance Industries, Wipro, ICICI Bank, Coal India and Hindustan Zinc
Indian equity markets experienced a decline on Wednesday, extending their recent corrective phase. Several companies, including Reliance Industries and Coal India, are expected to be in focus. Railway stocks will be watched after the government approved five new projects costing over ₹10,000 crore. Hindustan Zinc signed a six-year contract for electric trucks, while Wipro launched a new cybersecurity center.
India-Poland ties see "solid" report card as two nations finalise new agreements: EAM Jaishankar
India and Poland are strengthening their strategic partnership through new agreements. Discussions covered cybersecurity, space, and critical minerals cooperation between the nations. Bilateral trade and investments have seen a significant uptick, fostering deeper collaboration. Poland plays a vital role in India's engagement with the European Union. Both nations advocate for dialogue and diplomacy to end ongoing global conflicts.
AI fuels low-value cybercrimes, use of 'salami slicing'
The rise of low-value cybercrimes is alarming, as scammers increasingly focus on individuals rather than systems. Driven by AI and the digital economy, tactics like 'salami slicing' have become prevalent. Across India, fake utility scams and enticing investment schemes are rampant. Notably, although there are more cases with lower individual losses, formal bank fraud is leaning towards fewer but significantly higher-value incidents.
India, Uzbekistan step up strategic ties, seal long-term Uranium deal
India and Uzbekistan will expand strategic cooperation in digital technology and AI. They will also enhance collaboration in outer space exploration and peaceful applications. Regional transport logistics will be improved through modernizing networks and reducing friction.
Codelco, Microsoft sign AI deal for mining operations
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China, Pakistan vow closer ties in trade, finance, security: Xinhua
China and Pakistan are set to boost collaboration across industry, agriculture, and mining. They will also expand trade, investment, and IT cooperation. Financial and banking sectors will see strengthened ties. Both nations are pushing for clear actions to dismantle terrorist groups in Afghanistan. This partnership aims for mutual growth and regional stability.
China sees American hand in $13-billion Bitcoin theft
The theft of the 127,272 Bitcoin tokens from the LuBian Bitcoin mining pool that took place in December 2020 ranks as one of the largest crypto heists in history. The hack is likely a "state-level hacker operation" led by the US, according to the Chinese National Computer Virus Emergency Response Center.
Italy enacts AI law covering privacy, oversight and child access
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government spearheaded the legislation saying it establishes human-centric, transparent and safe AI use as core principles while emphasising innovation, cybersecurity and privacy protections.
Technology's grip on modern life is pushing us down a dimly lit path of digital land mines
The risks are being amplified by the tightening control of a corporate coterie popularly known as "Big Tech": Microsoft, whose software runs most of the world's computers; Apple and Google, whose software powers virtually all of the world's smartphones; Amazon, which oversees data centers responsible for keeping websites running (another key service provided by Microsoft and Google, too, in addition to its e-commerce bazaar); and Meta Platforms, the social networking hub that owns Facebook, Insta and WhatsApp.
Indian companies seek comprehensive cybersecurity: HPE India CTO Sadasiva Ranganath
On certain days, HPE records as many as 2.6 billion logged requests and cybersecurity-related events. Cybersecurity, therefore, is no longer a “one-time effort” that companies are putting in, Sadasiva Ranganath said.
Dialling for 5G: When more may not be merrier
Cybersecurity experts believe enterprises, governments, and consumers will have to up the ante to keep data safe once 5G kicks in.
Hackers are using Cloud accounts for crypto mining, Google issues warning
Google reported that 50 recent hacks of its cloud service were used to practice crypto mining.
Seqrite predicts increased ransomware attacks on healthcare and pharmaceutical sector in 2021
umerous hospitals, COVID-19 research firms, and pharma companies have fallen victim to ransomware in the last quarter of ‘20, making it necessary for them to adopt or deploy a comprehensive set of security solutions.
Digital empathy crucial for CISOs in post-Covid-19 world: Microsoft
Digital empathy involves assuming that employees have the absolute best intent, and building systems that are easy to use, says Ann Johnson, corporate vice-president of Microsoft’s cybersecurity solutions group.
Trend Micro creates ‘honeypot’ to analyse security threats, gets subjected to ransomware & cryptocurrency mining
Honeypot attracted financially motivated exploits.
Not just the phone browser, your TV and smart fridge might be mining bitcoin for criminals too
Crypto-jacking is not done only by installing malicious software, but can also affect users visiting a website.
Cryptojacking is trending. But for how long?
Cybersecurity companies are becoming increasingly skilled at weeding out the scripts used in cryptojacking.
Slow mobile? Hackers could be mining crypto coins on your cell
Currencies like Monero and Bitcoin are created by computer codes, solving complex math problems. The process requires huge amount of computing power.
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