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Fortinet Report: Cybersecurity Hiring Stalls Amid Skills Gap
Fortinet's 2026 Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report shows 56% of IT leaders cite skills shortages as top breach cause, with 49% facing hiring pushback. Nearly 60% struggle to find AI-experienced talent, yet 92% plan AI cybersecurity training investments.
Persistent gaps hinder defensive AI use against cybercriminals.
DEF CON Singapore Kicks Off with Hacker Battles for Cybersecurity
DEF CON Singapore, launched by HTX and founder Jeff Moss, runs April 28-30 at Marina Bay Sands alongside MTX 2026. Hackers compete to strengthen cybersecurity in Southeast Asia's debut event.
It features global innovations and discussions on public safety tech.
RunSafe: 80% of Medical Device Cyberattacks Disrupt Patient Care
RunSafe Security's 2026 Medical Device Cybersecurity Index reveals 24% of healthcare orgs hit by device attacks, 80% disrupting care. Survey of 551 professionals across US, UK, Germany highlights procurement tensions amid rising threats.
Cybersecurity now core to medical device purchasing.
Sri Lanka Discloses $625K Missing Payment After $2.5M Hack
Sri Lanka reports a $625K payment to US Postal Service missing, days after hackers stole $2.5M from finance ministry. Incidents involve business email compromise diverting funds; Australian payments also irregular.
Government probes possible links amid financial pressures.
Cyberattacks Surge in UAE and Gulf Amid Iran Conflict
Cyberattacks intensify across UAE and Gulf, targeting financial services, government, and utilities. Businesses face disruptions and rising risks linked to Iran tensions.
Sustained breaches highlight regional vulnerabilities.
Fortinet Highlights AI Skills as Top Recruiting Challenge
60% of IT leaders in Fortinet report cite finding AI-experienced cybersecurity talent as primary hurdle. 51% need senior-level skills most, but corporate approval lags.
Breaches increasingly tied to skills shortages for three years running.
Medical Device Procurement Standards Tighten Over Cyber Risks
RunSafe Index shows cybersecurity as essential in medical device buying amid attack rise. 80% of incidents impact patient care, per healthcare pros survey.
Global tensions grow between security and procurement needs.
Sri Lanka Probes Hacker Links in Successive Payment Thefts
Authorities investigate if $2.5M finance ministry theft connects to $625K US payment diversion. Business email compromise suspected in both cases.
MP demands clarity as scandals pressure crisis-hit government.
DEF CON SG Showcases Tech Innovations for Public Safety
Event pairs hacker challenges with MTX 2026, drawing top minds in science and tech. Focuses on cybersecurity amid global threats.
Marks Southeast Asia entry for renowned hacking conference.
92% of Orgs to Invest in AI Cybersecurity Training: Fortinet
Fortinet survey finds 92% likely to fund AI-related cybersecurity certifications next year. Driven by need to counter AI-weaponized threats.
Skills gap remains key breach driver despite awareness.