A state‑linked hacking group has breached networks in 37 countries, targeting governments, ministries, and critical infrastructure. Experts warn this sprawling cyber‑espionage campaign underscores the escalating global threat of digital spying and the urgent need for improved cybersecurity defenses.

Google Cloud’s near-$10B security deal with Palo Alto Networks signals a major push to embed advanced, AI-powered cybersecurity at the core of enterprise cloud services.