The U.S. is quietly investing in AI agents for cyberwarfare, spending millions this year on a secretive startup that’s using AI for offensive cyberattacks on American enemies. According to federal contracting records, a stealth, Arlington, Virginia-based startup called Twenty, or XX, signed a contract with the U.S. Cyber Command this summer worth up to $12.6...Read More

Jun 7, 2026 Intech has secured a contract to perform a comprehensive Operational Technology (OT) network assessment for a major liquid terminal operator in the Middle East, according to a report from TradeArabia News Service. The project aims to bolster cybersecurity across the client’s industrial systems. The scope of work includes evaluating and improving the...Read More

The publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, on Friday indicated his readiness to represent himself in court pending reconstitution of a new legal team in the ongoing alleged cyberbullying charge. Sowore told Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja shortly after the case was called to open his defence. The News Agency...Read More

Muscat:  Individuals using digital platforms to insult the Divine Being, the Holy Quran, or the Prophets now face severe legal consequences in Oman, including lengthy prison sentences and heavy fines. The new legal framework specifically targets those who exploit information technology to undermine religious sanctity or incite religious hatred, reflecting a zero-tolerance policy towards blasphemy...Read More

US officials suspect Iranian hackers are behind a series of breaches of systems that monitor the amount of fuel in storage tanks serving gas stations in multiple states, according to multiple sources briefed on the activity. The hackers responsible have exploited automatic tank gauge (ATG) systems that were sitting online and unprotected by passwords, allowing...Read More

There are three vital AI stories that surfaced this past week that deserve attention and focus. Two of the stories will not surprise you, but the last one might. This blog will unpack President Donald Trump’s new executive order (EO) on AI as well as Anthropic’s announcement about expanding Project Glasswing to many more global...Read More

Omoyele Sowore, the publisher of Sahara Reporters, on Friday indicated his readiness to represent himself in court pending reconstitution of a new legal team in the ongoing alleged cyberbullying charge. Mr Sowore made this known to Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court, Abuja Division, shortly after the case was called for his defence...Read More

Muscat:  Individuals using digital platforms including social media to coerce, intimidate, or blackmail others now face severe legal consequences in Oman, including prison sentences of up to ten years. The new legal framework introduces stringent deterrents against digital extortion and threats, specifically targeting those who exploit information technology to compromise an individual’s honor, dignity, or...Read More

Bottom lines up front WASHINGTON—Hackers are rapidly infusing artificial intelligence (AI) into offensive cyber operations, driving up risks for US national security. Over the past six months, nation-states and criminal groups have leveraged AI to conduct offensive operations at scale against the United States. Just last week, Google reported a pivotal moment—for the first time,...Read More

The Aransas County Commissioners Court will consider contracts related to generator projects, inmate medial services and administration of the county’s indigent health care program during its regular June 8 meeting. Among the projects being considered is a $57,000 professional services agreement with Garver for engineering and design work related to backup power improvement at the...Read More