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How Private Equity Debt Left a Leading VPN Open to Chinese Hackers

  • Anonymous Coward
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 23:58:34

In early 2024, the agency that oversees cybersecurity for much of the US government issued a rare emergency order — disconnect your Connect Secure virtual private network software immediately. Chinese spies had hacked the code and infiltrated nearly two dozen…

In early 2024, the agency that oversees cybersecurity for much of the US government issued a rare emergency order — disconnect your Connect Secure virtual private network software immediately. Chines… [+2894 chars]

Agentic finance automation startup Stacks raises $23M in funding

  • Mike Wheatley
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 23:46:37

London-based startup Stacks Technologies B.V. says enterprise financial operations are in due of a much-needed injection of “agentic” automation after raising $23 million in Series A funding today. Today’s round was led by the high-profile venture capital fir…

London-based startup Stacks Technologies B.V. says enterprise financial operations are in due of a much-needed injection of agentic automation after raising $23 million in Series A funding today. To… [+4874 chars]

NIST launches AI Agent Standards Initiative as autonomous AI moves into production

  • Duncan Riley
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 23:41:35

The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology has launched the AI Agent Standards Initiative, a new program that is aimed at developing technical standards and guidance for autonomous artificial intelligence agents as their use accelerates across en…

The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology has launched the AI Agent Standards Initiative, a new program that is aimed at developing technical standards and guidance for autonomous artif… [+4321 chars]

Androidâ(TM)s AI nightmare begins as malware turns Gemini into a hacking to

  • BrianFagioli
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 23:39:17

Security researchers at ESET say they have uncovered what appears to be the first Android malware strain to integrate generative AI directly into its execution flow. The malware, dubbed PromptSpy, abuses Googleâ(TM)s Gemini model to interpret on screen UI ele…

Security researchers at ESET say they have uncovered what appears to be the first Android malware strain to integrate generative AI directly into its execution flow. The malware, dubbed PromptSpy, ab… [+1137 chars]

How Private Equity Debt Left a Leading VPN Open to Chinese Hackers

  • Bloomberg News
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 23:22:21

Layoffs at Pulse Secure accelerated as financial pressure mounted

Today, the relentless and highly sophisticated state-sponsored attacks on edge devices are a direct result of their positioning and role within networks and the types of customers supported,  Ivanti … [+3862 chars]

Google introduces Gemini 3.1 Pro model for advanced reasoning tasks

  • Maria Deutscher
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 23:21:34

Google LLC today introduced Gemini 3.1 Pro, a new reasoning model that outperforms Claude 4.6 Opus and GPT-5.2 across several benchmarks. The algorithm is available via more than a half dozen of the search giant’s products. Gemini 3.1 Pro is a Transformer mod…

Google LLC today introduced Gemini 3.1 Pro, a new reasoning model that outperforms Claude 4.6 Opus and GPT-5.2 across several benchmarks. The algorithm is available via more than a half dozen of the… [+3980 chars]

Google Warns: AI Models Have Become the Industry’s Top Targets for Attackers

  • Jean Leon
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 23:19:09

new Google threat report claims that AI models are no longer just tools, but high-value targets for attackers, redefining 2026 cybersecurity.

For years, we viewed artificial intelligence primarily as a tool for productivity. However, a new report from Googles threat intelligence experts suggests another reality: AI has officially become bo… [+2377 chars]

Kyndryl launches Cyber Defense Operations Center to unify network and security operations

  • Duncan Riley
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 23:13:42

Information technology infrastructure services provider Kyndryl Holdings Inc. today launched its Cyber Defense Operations Center, a next-generation command hub that unifies network operations and security operations into a single, integrated operating model. …

Information technology infrastructure services provider Kyndryl Holdings Inc. today launched its Cyber Defense Operations Center, a next-generation command hub that unifies network operations and sec… [+4731 chars]

Nancy Guthrie case: Ring's 'Neighbors' app becomes tool in search for missing 84-year-old, expert says

  • None
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 22:46:54

Ring Neighbors app becomes key tool as investigators seek surveillance footage in missing Nancy Guthrie case. Community shares alerts requesting video.

A cybersecurity expert said that the Ring Neighbors app could be a valuable tool for investigators as they continue searching for missing Nancy Guthrie. Someone living in Nancy Guthrie's neighborhoo… [+5433 chars]

DHS awards Palantir up to $1B to deploy AI and data analytics platforms

  • Duncan Riley
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 22:45:08

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded Palantir Technologies Inc. a five-year blanket purchase to expand the department’s use of artificial intelligence and large-scale data analytics platforms across its agencies. The agreement, which is valued…

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded Palantir Technologies Inc. a five-year blanket purchase to expand the departments use of artificial intelligence and large-scale data analytics pl… [+3803 chars]

PromptSpy is the first known Android malware to use generative AI at runtime

  • Lawrence Abrams
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 22:36:25

Researchers have discovered the first known Android malware to use generative AI in its execution flow, using Google's Gemini model to adapt its persistence across different devices. [...]

Researchers have discovered the first known Android malware to use generative AI in its execution flow, using Google’s Gemini model to adapt its persistence across different devices. In a report tod… [+5052 chars]

PromptSpy is the first Android malware to use generative AI at runtime

  • Lawrence Abrams
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 22:36:25

Researchers have discovered the first known Android malware to use generative AI in its execution flow, using Google's Gemini model to adapt its persistence across different devices. [...]

Researchers have discovered the first known Android malware to use generative AI in its execution flow, using Google’s Gemini model to adapt its persistence across different devices. In a report tod… [+5052 chars]

OpenClaw Security Fears Lead Meta, Other AI Firms To Restrict Its Use

  • Anonymous Coward
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 22:01:20

Last month, Jason Grad issued a late-night warning to the 20 employees at his tech startup. “You’ve likely seen Clawdbot trending on X/LinkedIn. While cool, it is currently unvetted and high-risk for our environment,” he wrote in a Slack message with a red si…

Last month, Jason Grad issued a late-night warning to the 20 employees at his tech startup. “You’ve likely seen Clawdbot trending on X/LinkedIn. While cool, it is currently unvetted and high-risk for… [+2962 chars]

Firmware Backdoors Be Spying On You - PSW #914

  • None
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 22:00:00

AI says that this is the show where we turn coffee into threat intelligence and cigar smoke into packet captures. This week: <ul> <li>a firmware backdoor living its best life inside Android tablets</li> <li>a fresh BeyondTrust RCE that already has scanners ci…

Welcome to the Security Weekly Podcast Network, your all-in-one source for the latest in cybersecurity! This feed features a diverse lineup of shows, including Application Security Weekly, Business S… [+454 chars]

Joseph C Belden: Last chance for innovators to win scaling perks | TechCrunch

  • Techcrunch Events
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 21:51:29

Last day to nominate for the 2026 Joseph C. Belden Innovation Award has been extended through February 27. Don't miss your chance to win scaling perks.

The search for the next wave of breakthrough innovation isnt over yet. Due to overwhelming interest and strong early submissions, nominations for the 2026 Joseph C. Belden Innovation Award have been … [+1778 chars]

Freeform reels in $67M for its 3D metal printing system

  • Maria Deutscher
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 21:15:55

Freeform Future Corp., a startup using custom 3D printers to make metal parts, has raised $67 million in funding. The company stated in its announcement of the deal today that Nvidia Corp.’s NVentures and Boeing Co.’s AE Ventures were among the participants. …

Freeform Future Corp., a startup using custom 3D printers to make metal parts, has raised $67 million in funding. The company stated in its announcement of the deal today that Nvidia Corp.s NVenture… [+4487 chars]

News 2/20/26

  • Mr. HIStalk
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 21:15:34

Top News University of Mississippi Medical Center closes all of ...

Top News University of Mississippi Medical Center closes all of its clinics following a Thursday cyberattack that kept users out of Epic and other systems. HIStalk Announcements and Requests He… [+4538 chars]

AMN Healthcare Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results

  • AMN Healthcare Services Inc
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 21:15:00

Quarterly revenue of $748 million; GAAP loss of ($0.20)/share and adjusted EPS of $0.22 DALLAS, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMN Healthcare...

Quarterly revenue of $748 million; GAAP loss of ($0.20)/share and adjusted EPS of $0.22 DALLAS, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMN Healthcare Services, Inc. (NYSE: AMN), the leader and innovator … [+64261 chars]

GEO experiment indicates competitor sabotage ‘possible’ using AI models

  • Dr. Tim Sandle
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 21:10:58

New experimental results on AI sabotage have exposed just how some businesses are. The post GEO experiment indicates competitor sabotage ‘possible’ using AI models appeared first on Digital Journal.

A trove of documents from I-Soon, a private contractor that competed for Chinese government contracts, shows that its hackers compromised more than a dozen governments, according to cybersecurity fir… [+3396 chars]

Altus Group Reports Q4 & Fiscal 2025 Financial Results & Quarterly Dividend

  • GlobeNewswire
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 21:08:08

Increases 2026 capital return objectives to up to $800 million and renews normal course issuer bid TORONTO, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Altus Group Limited (ʺAltus Group” or “the Company”) (TSX: AIF), a leading provider of commercial real estate (“CRE”) …

Altus Group believes that the market price of its common shares, from time to time, may not reflect the inherent value of Altus Group and purchases of common shares pursuant to the NCIB may represent… [+7489 chars]

WillScot Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results and Provides 2026 Outlook

  • GlobeNewswire
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 21:08:01

Exceeded Q4 2025 Outlook for Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA, with Strong Adjusted Free Cash Flow Modular Activations Increased Year-Over-Year in Q4 2025, with Total Pending Order Book UpMore than 10% Entering 2026 and Further Strength Since Provides Conservative…

Non-GAAP Financial Measures This press release includes non-GAAP financial measures, including Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA Margin, Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share, Adj… [+9024 chars]

WillScot Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results and Provides 2026 Outlook

  • WillScot
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 21:05:00

Exceeded Q4 2025 Outlook for Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA, with Strong Adjusted Free Cash Flow Modular Activations Increased Year-Over-Year in Q4 2025,...

Exceeded Q4 2025 Outlook for Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA, with Strong Adjusted Free Cash Flow Modular Activations Increased Year-Over-Year in Q4 2025, with Total Pending Order Book UpMore than 10% E… [+71544 chars]

MangoRx Experiences Initial Success with Newly Launched $99/month All-Inclusive Injectable Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) Treatment Program

  • Mangoceuticals, Inc.
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 21:05:00

Month over Month Growth of 336% and 54% Reduction in Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) DALLAS, TX, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mangoceuticals, Inc....

Month over Month Growth of 336% and 54% Reduction in Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) DALLAS, TX, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mangoceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGRX) (the Company or MangoRx), a com… [+9154 chars]

Rimini Street Announces Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Annual 2025 Financial and Operating Results

  • Business Wire
  • Published date: 2026-02-19 21:04:40

Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Highlights Include: Remaining Performance Obligations (RPO) of $652.9 million, up 11.1% from the prior year Adjusted Calculated Billings, full year 2025, up 4.2% from the prior year Adjusted Annualized Recurring Rev…

The Company is providing first quarter 2026 revenue guidance to be in the range of $101.5 million to $103.5 million and reiterating full year 2026 guidance as communicated at the Companys Investor Da… [+15365 chars]