Cyberattacks news and trends

WEF Says Cybersecurity Has Become Economic Priority
Cybersecurity // May 18, 2026

The World Economic Forum said cybersecurity threats have become a systemic risk to the global economy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily...

OpenAI Debuts Daybreak to Counter Anthropic’s Mythos
Artificial Intelligence // May 12, 2026

OpenAI has launched a security program designed to help cyberdefense teams respond to threats sooner. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

DeFi Investors Pull $14 Billion Following Cyberattacks
Blockchain // May 06, 2026

Cryptocurrency investors are reportedly exiting the decentralized finance (DeFi) space following two high-profile hacks. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Bessent Warns of Threat of AI-Powered Bank Account Hacks
Cybersecurity // May 03, 2026

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says American banks are working to safeguard against AI-related cyberthreats. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Acquirers Step Up Battle Against Fraud With GenAI, Biometrics Push

April 14, 2025
For merchants seeking to deliver a seamless omnichannel experience to their consumers, fraud remains a persistent concern. And while they look to acquirers to offer up the payment innovations that help satisfy customers’ desires to transact digitally on their mobile devices, they also want acquirers to help them battle the tide of rising fraud. Get […]

55% of Companies Have Implemented AI-Powered Cybersecurity

January 02, 2025
The share of chief operating officers (COOs) who report that their companies have implemented artificial intelligence (AI)-powered automated cybersecurity management systems has increased threefold since earlier this year. Get the...

Firms Embrace AI for Faster, Smarter Cybersecurity Solutions

March 01, 2024
Google CEO Sundar Pichai recently noted that artificial intelligence (AI) could boost online security, a sentiment echoed by many industry experts. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Higher Ed Redefines Fraud Strategies for the Connected Campus

January 18, 2024
The integration of digital technologies, data networks and smart devices within the university ecosystem is transforming campuses into connected entities. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Quick Reads
Gambit Says Speed of AI-Powered Cyberattacks Drives Need for Cyber Resilience

May 26, 2026
Recent cyberattacks conducted by a persona linked to Iran demonstrate the speed with which artificial intelligence-enhanced attacks can be carried out, according to cyber resilience platform supplier Gambit. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to […]

WEF Says Cybersecurity Has Become Economic Priority

May 18, 2026
The World Economic Forum said cybersecurity threats have become a systemic risk to the global economy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

OpenAI Debuts Daybreak to Counter Anthropic’s Mythos

May 12, 2026
OpenAI has launched a security program designed to help cyberdefense teams respond to threats sooner. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

DeFi Investors Pull $14 Billion Following Cyberattacks

May 06, 2026
Cryptocurrency investors are reportedly exiting the decentralized finance (DeFi) space following two high-profile hacks. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...