Top Stories
AI & Machine Learning
- OpenClaw AI agent flaws have been identified that could enable prompt injection and data exfiltration, posing security risks for self-hosted autonomous AI systems. The Hacker News
- A significant increase in deepfake voice calls has been reported across the US, raising concerns among experts about the weaponization of AI and the need for enhanced protective measures. TechRadar
Big Tech & Digital Industry
- Meta is reportedly planning to lay off up to 20% of its workforce, impacting around 15,800 positions, as the company shifts resources towards AI and data center investments. The Verge
- Amazon Web Services celebrates the 20th anniversary of S3, reflecting the cloud storage service’s foundational role in digital infrastructure despite its initial complexities. TechRadar
Cybersecurity & Cyberwar
- Microsoft has released an urgent out-of-band hotpatch for Windows 11, addressing critical remote code execution vulnerabilities found in the Routing and Remote Access Service (RRAS). Cyber Security News
- Threat actors are actively exploiting FortiGate Next-Generation Firewalls in a series of attacks to gain persistent access to enterprise networks and steal credentials. Cyber Security News
- A new iteration of the GlassWorm supply-chain attack is reportedly leveraging 72 Open VSX extensions to target developers, indicating an escalation in its propagation methods. The Hacker News
Regulation & Digital Policy
- The Trump administration is allegedly seeking a $10 billion fee for its role in brokering the TikTok deal, a move that highlights an unprecedented level of government involvement in private business transactions. The Verge
Tech Economy & Markets
- Italy has been ranked 43rd globally among the most innovative startup ecosystems in the Innovators Business Environment Index 2026, signaling ongoing development in its startup landscape. Il Sole 24 Ore
Infrastructure, Cloud & Chips
- The UK has invested £180 million into a national timing network based on atomic clocks, a critical infrastructure upgrade essential for the precision required by AI, 5G, and other advanced technologies. TechRadar
Tech briefing automatically generated on 15 March 2026.