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State IDs for AI Agents: Will Estonia Set a Precedent?
Estonia is exploring methods to facilitate the use of AI agents by its citizens for governmental services. This initiative brings forth important questions regarding digital identity and authentication for AI entities.

County Government Reportedly Paid $1 Million to Cyber Extortion Group
A small county government in Ohio reportedly paid a cyber extortion group one million dollars. The payment was made to prevent the public release of data stolen during a cyberattack.

Britain plans to build autonomous AI 'Cyber Shield' to defend nation
Britain is developing an autonomous AI-powered Cyber Shield to strengthen national defense against cyber threats. The National Cyber Security Centre says such a system is needed as attackers could operate at machine speed and scale.

CISA Reportedly Using Anthropic’s Mythos to Scan Government Software for Flaws
CISA is reportedly using Anthropic Mythos AI to scan government software for vulnerabilities. The audits are said to be led by the agency Attack Surface Evaluation team to strengthen federal security reviews.

UK cyber pledge draws only a handful of top firms despite ministerial appeal
A UK government cyber pledge attracted only a handful of major companies despite a ministerial appeal. Notable signatories include Aviva, the London Stock Exchange Group, and Marks & Spencer.