House Armed Services Committee members Morgan Luttrell, R-Texas, and Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa., propose an amendment to the upcoming fiscal year's defense authorization legislation to create a Cyber Force under the Department of Defense. This entails a National Academy of Sciences evaluation on the feasibility of the new armed service, expected within nine months post-approval. Luttrell emphasizes the necessity of a Cyber Force due to the growing cyber threat landscape, even as Cyber Command undertakes its own assessments.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has fined Intercontinental Exchange, the parent company of the New York Stock Exchange, $10 million for failing to promptly report a data breach in 2021. The breach affected the NYSE and eight other subsidiaries, highlighting the importance of timely incident reporting.

The U.S. Department of Justice has arrested and indicted Chinese nationals Daren Li and Yicheng Zhang for their involvement in a pig butchering scheme that allegedly laundered at least $73 million. The scheme underscores the ongoing challenges in combating sophisticated financial cybercrimes.

Following its earlier resistance to a European Parliament probe on NSO Group's Pegasus spyware abuse, Poland has made strides in addressing spyware accountability. The country has committed to the Biden

House defense bill expected to include Cyber Force creation SC Magazine

The evolving digital lifestyle of Generation Z presents significant cybersecurity challenges due to their preferences for online communication, gaming, and remote work. Gen Z's reliance on smartphones and digital platforms heightens risks like phishing, data breaches, and mobile malware. Implementing robust mobile security practices, educational initiatives on cyber risks, and privacy measures are essential. The rise of the gig economy and remote work further necessitates secure access solutions and data handling practices. Moreover, their engagement in online shopping, digital payments, and digital activism demands advanced security protocols to protect against fraud, identity theft, and cyber-attacks. Tailored cybersecurity education and robust security solutions are imperative to address these unique risks and ensure safe digital interactions for Generation Z.

The Cybersecurity Implications Of Gen Z’s Tech-Savvy Lifestyle Forbes

The article by Jeff and Trevor Goldsmith addresses the complexities and inefficiencies of the U.S. healthcare transaction system, emphasizing the need for reform. The Change Healthcare cyberattack highlights the vulnerabilities in the healthcare payment infrastructure, which handles $5 trillion annually and involves numerous transactions, many of which are non-essential and burdensome. These transactions, often requiring manual input, contribute to high administrative costs and physician burnout. The authors argue for reducing transaction volume by 50%, standardizing business rules, and simplifying payment processes, while acknowledging that overcoming entrenched interests and ensuring data security present significant challenges.

Why U.S. policy needs to focus on pruning the healthcare transaction thicket Healthcare Financial Management Association

Kevin Mandia, founder of the cyber incident response and threat intelligence firm Mandiant, will step down from his current position at the end of the month but will remain as an advisor. This transition follows Mandiant's integration into Google Cloud, which acquired the company for $5.4 billion in September 2022. Mandia announced this change in a letter to employees, indicating that Sandra Joyce and Jurgen Kutscher will take on leadership roles. Mandia, who established Mandiant in 2004, expressed pride in the firm's accomplishments and stated that he will continue to advise Google Cloud on various cybersecurity projects. He also remains a strategic partner at Ballistic Ventures, a cybersecurity-focused venture firm he co-founded.

Kevin Mandia Stepping Down As CEO At Google-Owned Mandiant CRN