DATA PROTECTION
ASOS stock crashes 13% after ‘ASOS HACKED’ alert hits customers’ phones: Is your data at risk?
ASOS shares crashed 13% after a “ASOS HACKED” alert reached customers’ phones, claiming hackers had compromised a Snowflake instance and threatened to leak data. The retailer has not confirmed the alleged breach, leaving questions over what happened and whether customer data is at risk.
Fast-track permits turn Spain's Aragon into a $70 billion data centre magnet, but at what cost?
Aragon, a sparsely populated region of northeast Spain, has become one of Europe's fastest-growing digital infrastructure hubs due to what tech companies hail as its agile local permitting laws and swift decision
Keeping AI models under control: When an agent causes harm, who bears the blame?
If an AI agent goes rogue, who do you hold responsible— the agent, the LLM developer or the human? asks EY partner Shivaprakash Abburu. Experts believe regulators are slow to build frameworks even as enterprises across the world are actively integrating AI into their workflows.
ASOS hacked? A threatning 'we will leak it' alert has shoppers checking their accounts; is their data at risk and should customers delete the app?
An alarming notification appeared through the ASOS app. However, the broader claim behind the message has not been verified. Someone appears to have gained enough access to send a push notification to users. That level of access is concerning. But it does not necessarily mean ASOS customer records were compromised.
EU vows AI rules will protect Europeans. Will they?
The EU says its AI Act is strong enough to address risks from advanced AI systems, including loss-of-control incidents, but lawmakers and experts warn of gaps around liability, enforcement capacity and access to cutting-edge models. Concerns are also growing over whether Brussels has enough technical resources and political appetite to aggressively police mostly US-based AI companies.
Accenture contractor removed from FBI following damaging data breach, sources say
A data breach involving the FBI resulted in the exposure of sensitive information about employees. The breach occurred due to a failure by a contractor to implement security updates. FBI's cyber chief confirmed that the incident was linked to Oracle's PeopleSoft platform used by Accenture. Following the breach, the FBI removed the contractor responsible for this oversight. Accenture has stated its commitment to supporting the FBI's mission moving forward.
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Physical AI startups moot industry body to set data-collection standards
The proposed body could also help AI labs connect with various farms, factories, hotels and other real-world environments from where they can access and collect data needed to train robots at a fixed rate, one of the founders said.
Meta, TikTok, X challenge UK watchdog over online safety data demands
The challenge is one of the first in relation to the 2023 Online Safety Act, which sets tougher standards for platforms such as TikTok, X and Meta's Facebook and Instagram with the aim to protect children from harmful and illegal content.
NCW calls for driver verification, SOS buttons, route alerts to ensure women's safety
The National Commission for Women has recommended enhanced safety measures for women using app-based transport services. Guidelines include driver background checks, a mandatory SOS button, and real-time alerts for suspicious activities. Aggregators must ensure driver and vehicle identity matches through neat verification processes before rides. Special provisions for women traveling alone at night include safer drop-off points and priority support.
Polish regulator suspects Google abused dominant position in publisher payment talks
The Office of Competition and Consumer Protection, known by its Polish abbreviation UOKiK, said the charges relate to how Google negotiates remuneration for displaying articles and snippets in its search results, Google News and Discover services.
Proofpoint doubles down on India amid rising cybercrimes, calls AI agents the new insider risk
Proofpoint is stepping up its India focus as AI adoption accelerates and cyber threats become more sophisticated. In an interview with ET, Bikramdeep Singh discusses the growing risks from autonomous AI agents, the shift towards intent-based threat detection, rising data security concerns and the need for greater enterprise controls. He also outlines Proofpoint’s India expansion, including plans to hire more than 200 engineers.
Finnish town braces for change from Google data centres
In the northern Finnish town of Muhos, 36-year-old farmer Joni Pitkanen is preparing for life with a new neighbour -- just kilometers away, tech giant Google is planning to build new data centres. The planned data centres are part of an announced 13-billion-euro ($15-billion) investment in Finland over the next two years -- the US tech giant's single biggest investment in Europe.
South Korean president orders probe into data leaks across financial industry
Financial Services Commission (FSC) Chairman Lee Eog-weon convened an emergency meeting with financial industry associations, regulators and executives from affected institutions on Sunday, warning that the sector must respond with the highest level of vigilance, the FSC said in a statement.
Your car knows where you go. Insurers, lenders and automakers want to know too
Connected cars continuously generate data regarding various attributes like location, driving patterns, and vehicle diagnostics. This data collection offers manufacturers and service providers insights to enhance their offerings. Diverse stakeholders can leverage this information, including insurers and fleet managers, to better assess risks and operational efficiencies. However, concerns about data privacy and user consent complicate the monetization landscape.
Meta Ray-Ban glasses face backlash: Women secretly filmed, Telegram videos emerge as Mark Zuckerberg’s smart glasses hit privacy row
Meta Ray-Ban glasses ban: In the Netherlands, eyewear retailers are halting the sales of Meta's smart glasses amidst growing public anxiety regarding privacy. Reports reveal an uptick in secret filming of women, with these recordings allegedly circulating in online communities. The Dutch Data Protection Authority is actively investigating this issue fueled by public outrage.
DigiLocker seeks private partners, Slurrp Farm's fundraise plans
DigiLocker is set to bring more institutions onto its platform with the help of private AI integrators. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Bezos Earth Fund’s $26 million FireSat could detect 15-by-15-foot fires anywhere on Earth within 20 mins: Lauren Sánchez Bezos says, ‘I watched friends and family lose everything’
FireSat is a new satellite network designed to detect wildfires early and provide timely data. This constellation, backed by Jeff Bezos, aims to identify fires as small as 15 feet globally with approximately 50 satellites in orbit within 20 minutes anywhere on Earth. Jeff Bezos' wife Lauren Sanchez said FireSat is an investment worth betting on to safeguard communities and preserve nature.
Govt close to picking private AI integrator for DigiLocker
The Ministry of Electronics and Information technology's (MeitY) ongoing empanelment process will bring in artificial intelligence (AI) integrators who will find, onboard and integrate requestors, take the service live, as well as drive sustained transaction volumes afterwards, they added.
Jeff Bezos just put $25 million into the Pacific Ocean. Is the Bezos Earth Fund enough to save the Pacific Ocean before the $10 billion deadline?
The Bezos Earth Fund has committed $25 million to enhance conservation efforts across five Pacific island nations, now totaling approximately $63.3 million dedicated to preserving marine ecosystems. This initiative strives to safeguard at least 30% of the oceanic territories by 2030, aligning with Jeff Bezos' ambitious $10 billion climate pledge. As the deadline nears, over $7 billion remains available for impactful distribution.
AI major cybersecurity challenge, but also offers tools for defenders: Thales Chairman
Artificial Intelligence has significantly changed the speed and nature of cyberattacks, creating challenges for cybersecurity. Companies now face threats not only from cybercriminals but also from state actors targeting critical systems. Thales executives emphasized the need for integrated cybersecurity strategies to address growing complexities and vulnerabilities. New AI-powered solutions and partnerships aim to enhance protection against evolving cyber threats effectively.
Global Market: SK Hynix to assess shareholder protection over potential Solidigm listing
SK Hynix will assess measures to protect shareholders amid market concerns over a potential listing of its U.S. subsidiary Solidigm. Reuters reported that Solidigm could pursue an IPO as early as next year at a valuation of up to $150 billion. SK Hynix has not decided on the unit’s future.
Google asks EU court to suspend order to open up to AI chatbots, search engine rivals
The company, which on Tuesday took the European Commission to court over the order, said it also applied for an interim measure at the Luxembourg General Court, Europe's second-highest court.
Look-alike, but not the same: Scientists name first new penguin species in over 100 years
A new species of penguin, named Pygoscelis kerguelensis, has been identified in the southern Indian Ocean. Genetic studies revealed that gentoo penguins constitute four separate species instead of one. The southeastern gentoo, previously unknown, has evolved in isolation and adapted to specific environmental conditions. Conservation efforts are now needed as three of the four species face threats from climate change.
India Inc's legal bill swells as global ambitions grow
As Indian companies expand overseas, a more fractious global geopolitical environment is exposing them to a wider web of sanctions, trade restrictions, data rules and regulatory regimes, making legal advice an increasingly key part of managing cross-border risk.
Google appeals against EU order to share data, open Android to AI rivals
Google said Tuesday it has appealed an EU decision requiring it to share data with other search engines and open up its Android system to rival AI services, citing privacy concerns. But Google countered that Android is already open and interoperable and the EU decision forced it to hand over private search data to other firms without adequate anonymisation, user knowledge, or consent.
Death of the ‘obvious scam’: How AI is making cyberattacks look like normal emails
AI is making cyberattacks harder to detect as attackers use legitimate accounts, real conversations and familiar business workflows to evade traditional warning signs. At Proofpoint Protect 2026, executives discussed how agentic AI could automate attacks and why security must shift from checking access permissions to understanding intent. With AI adoption accelerating in India, Proofpoint is also expanding its local investments.
Nobody at Zeta writes code the old way anymore: co-founder Ramki Gaddipati
AI agents now generate, test and review code before humans approve it; Zeta says AI has lifted productivity by 30-40% and cut the number of people it needs for client delivery by more than half.
Hurt by Trump, Senate Republicans plan to bolster affordability credentials before midterms
Senate Republicans are set to vote on the Ratepayer Protection Act to tackle rising electricity prices. They aim to win over voters struggling with inflation caused by various issues, including the Iran war. Republican candidates are distancing themselves from Trump to show independence on relevant local concerns. This vote follows the House's overwhelming approval of the bill, which focuses on utility costs linked to data centers.
Google fined $463 million for breaching EU rule on location data
Google received a 403 million euro fine for privacy rule breaches. The European Union's watchdog found Google mishandled user location data unfairly. This investigation examined Google's practices from 2018 until early 2020. Google stated its policies have since been updated and improved significantly. This marks the fourth largest EU privacy fine issued by the Irish regulator.
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