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Govt mulls giving Cert-In enforceable powers to mandate patching
Last month, two critical flaws in the PHP programming language, discovered with the help of AI, created worldwide panic as hackers targeted the vulnerabilities millions of times, and led to governments including the US, UK, France, Germany and Japan taking down public websites. PHP powers 69.3% of websites worldwide.
World War III: US to introduce mandatory military service as Trump, Vance abruptly cancel campaign rallies amid Iran tensions?
Fears of World War III are growing amid rising tensions between the US and Iran, with President Donald Trump abruptly cancelling his scheduled campaign events over the weekend. The developments have raised questions about whether the conflict could escalate and whether American civilians could eventually be called up for military service.
Binance hit by $6.3 billion crypto hack: Here’s what you need to know
Binance has reported a substantial security breach resulting in estimated losses of $6.3 billion. The breach was linked to a compromised laptop of a DevOps engineer facilitating unauthorized transactions. Global cryptocurrency firms have responded by freezing assets totaling nearly $2.4 billion. Additionally, Binance stated that user funds remain safe due to its Secure Asset Fund for Users.
Who sent $2 bn military equipment to Iran past US blockade? More than 5,000 agencies
Iran has developed a clandestine network involving over 5,000 agencies to import military equipment and evade sanctions. This network functions despite ongoing US naval blockades and sanctions since the war began. Extensive investigations reveal significant transactions and military logistics supporting their activities. The secretive agencies have been linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and elite controlled businesses.
The code turns cold as AI scripts a black October
While some attacks highlight how AI is helping hackers look for security gaps and exploit them, others expose weaknesses in the digital infrastructure businesses and governments rely on every day. The financial toll of many of these incidents remains unknown, but the scale of exposure is raising concerns.
AI is finding software flaws faster, and so are hackers: Inside the PHP scramble
Governments and companies across Europe and Asia have taken services offline while they patch two vulnerabilities that researchers discovered with AI models, as exploitation attempts rise into the millions.
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What to know about the AI-detected security bug impacting wide swaths of the internet
PHP is a widely used general-purpose scripting language that is geared toward web development, and thus, it powers the majority of websites around the world. When the organization behind the language and the FBI's cyber division warned Wednesday of significant vulnerabilities in the language, government agencies, corporations and other organizations were sent into a flurry.
More bugs out there: PHP2Shell is just the tip of the internet’s old-code iceberg
On Wednesday, critical vulnerabilities in PHP were publicly revealed, impacting a vast number of websites. The discovered flaws pose serious security risks, prompting urgent updates from website administrators. Many organizations swiftly shut down their services to mitigate potential breaches from the vulnerabilities. Experts emphasized the importance of identifying PHP versions and applying necessary patches immediately. They also recommended increased funding for PHP development to prevent future risks and ensure security.
Want to work in Japan? Skills, language tests and job routes Indians should know about
Indians can explore job opportunities in Japan through the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) programme in sectors such as manufacturing, construction, agriculture, nursing care and food services. Applicants generally need to pass a Japanese language test and an occupation-specific skills examination. Here is how to understand the visa routes, find legitimate employers, estimate living costs and avoid recruitment scams.
How five Boeing 777s linked Madagascar's power elite to Iran
Mamy Ravatomanga, a former influential entrepreneur in Madagascar, is under scrutiny due to serious corruption charges surfacing during his trial. He faces allegations of money laundering and influence peddling tied to the irregular registration of Boeing 777 aircraft, suspected to be misregistered for transit to Iran. His lawyers challenge the accusations, pointing to discrepancies in witness statements, drawing global interest and involving agencies like the FBI.
Rush is on to patch a software vulnerability that could impact 70% of websites worldwide
Many government sites appeared to be functioning normally Thursday, but outages or limited service continued while security work was under way.
How an AI model discovered critical safety flaws in government websites
A significant number of websites, including those managed by the French government and Wikimedia, faced downtime due to identified vulnerabilities in PHP, a popular web development language. Cybersecurity experts from Wiz and Calif employed AI to pinpoint these urgent flaws. In response, PHP developers swiftly issued patches, urging users to promptly update their systems.
Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei falls as chip stocks retreat on AI spending concerns
Japan’s Nikkei slipped as semiconductor stocks retreated amid concerns over the sustainability of AI infrastructure spending into 2027. Tokyo Electron and Screen Holdings led losses, while gains in cybersecurity and IT services stocks limited the broader market’s decline.
Cloudflare sees millions of exploit attempts after PHP disclosure
Cloud services firm Cloudflare saw millions of exploitation attempts after the public disclosure of critical vulnerabilities in the widely used programming language PHP, CEO Matthew
How one hacker used AI agents and a few thousand dollars to break into scores of sites
A cybersecurity researcher observed a Chinese-speaking hacker employing AI to compromise various companies' websites. The hacker utilised an AI platform called Cairn, automating complex intrusion activities without human supervision. This hacking campaign targeted over 1,200 sites, with successful intrusions taking around 23 hours on average.
Online festive sales fizzle; Snowflake CEO on AI’s impact on software
Happy Monday! Festive ecommerce sales have slowed down this year, we tell you why. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Regulate the agents, not just the labs: Snowflake CEO on AI safety
Snowflake competes with Databricks to help large companies to store and analyse their data and, increasingly, build AI agents on its platform. In an interview, Sridhar Ramaswamy, chief executive of Snowflake, also said he has “a whole lot of paranoia” about staying relevant because the disruptor can itself be disrupted. Edited excerpts.
The US said China was priming a trade superweapon. Then it vanished
LOGINK, originally a project to improve cargo logistics, has seen its international efforts falter significantly. The platform lost key partnerships, withdrew from an international association, and is currently embroiled in legal disputes. Its operations hub in Wenzhou appears abandoned, indicating financial troubles that have emerged in recent years. Additionally, US pressure has contributed to its declining influence in global shipping.
Hidden cost of travel: Visa fees, card markups, optional tours and tips that can add 25-40% to budget; here's how to plan for them
Many travelers fail to account for hidden costs while planning international journeys, often only considering major expenses. These overlooked charges can hike trip costs by 25-40%, creating budget overruns. It's vital to include local transport, dining, and extra fees in your budget to avoid unexpected financial surprises. Employing effective budgeting techniques ensures a smoother and more enjoyable experience abroad.
Global Market: DayOne pushes ahead with potential November IPO amid data center scrutiny
Data center operator DayOne is preparing for a potential US IPO in November, targeting a valuation near $20 billion. The company plans to file with the SEC in October amid heightened investor scrutiny of AI infrastructure, financing costs, customer concentration, secured power capacity and contracted revenues as IPO markets become more selective.
India vs Afghanistan 2nd Quarter-Final, Asian Games 2026: Live streaming, playing 11, squads, weather and pitch report
Ind vs Afg Live Streaming and Weather Report: India face Afghanistan in the 2nd quarter-final of the Asian Games 2026 on September 28. Check match timings, live streaming, TV telecast, predicted playing 11, full squads, weather and pitch report, and details on how to watch the India vs Afghanistan cricket match live.
Data centre IPO hopefuls brave tougher market as investor scrutiny grows
The Singapore-based company develops and operates data centers for cloud and AI customers. It plans to make its filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission public in mid-October and list in November, the people said, speaking anonymously to discuss confidential matters. The plans, including the timing of the IPO, are subject to change, the people cautioned. DayOne declined to comment.
Data center IPO hopefuls brave tougher market as investor scrutiny grows
Data center operator DayOne is pushing ahead with its plans to go public as soon as November, according to three people familiar with the matter, even as higher interest rates and setbacks elsewhere in the data center ecosystem threaten to narrow
Actor Madhavan’s proud dad moment. He shares son Vedaant’s swimming clip from Asian Games 2026 as he participates to represent India
Vedaant Madhavan, son of actor R. Madhavan, is set to compete for India at the Asian Games 2026. The freestyle swimmer has won multiple international medals, including five golds at the Malaysian Open. He also secured three relay bronze medals at the 2026 Senior National Aquatic Championships. Madhavan recently shared a glimpse of Vedaant’s swimming action, celebrating his son’s growing sporting journey.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Schedule: Check India men’s and women’s match dates, timings, squads and where to watch
India's cricket teams are gearing up for an intense battle at the Asian Games. The women's squad kicked off their journey with a match against Japan, followed by an encounter with Bangladesh next. Meanwhile, the men's team dives straight into the quarter-finals, scheduled for September twenty-eighth. Both teams are eyeing the coveted gold medals up for grabs as the finals approach in late September and early October.
Meet Angus Liddell, a student who swam 10km in charity challenge, raised nearly $10,000 and was named Kingston’s 2026 Young Citizen of the Year
Melbourne student Angus Liddell was recognised for his exceptional commitment to community service, fundraising and leadership, including organising a new 10km Mission Action Day charity swim that brought together 20 young people to raise funds and awareness for disadvantaged communities. He also raised almost $7,000 through St Bede’s annual fundraising campaign and close to $10,000 over the years.
UAE revises AI data center plan after Iranian attacks, sources say
In light of recent attacks linked to Iran, the UAE is re-evaluating its extensive AI data center project. Officials are contemplating distributing facilities nationwide and incorporating enhanced security measures. Collaborations with prominent US tech companies like Nvidia and OpenAI will remain pivotal. Despite these adjustments, progress on the initial project phase proceeds with necessary security upgrades in place.
Rentomojo’s valuation jump; SoftBank’s Meesho windfall
Rentomojo is expected to go public at a valuation nearly five times higher than its previous private market round. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
Slice’s big valuation cut; Betting networks under lens
Slice Small Finance Bank has raised fresh funding at less than half its previous valuation. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
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