AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCybersecurity: CISA, the FBI and partners warned that Gunra ransomware actors are targeting critical infrastructure worldwide, exploiting two known flaws before stealing and encrypting data. AI & Security Law: A first agentic AI appellate ruling says companies may have a clearer path to avoid liability under anti-hacking laws, while bigger questions stay open. Ransomware in Education: Comparitech reports K-12 ransomware attacks dropped in H1 2026, but higher education saw an uptick. Federal IT Funding: The Senate passed a continuing resolution extending the Technology Modernization Fund and key cybersecurity programs, buying time until Dec. 11. Local Tech Governance: A school district approved Chromebook parental control software via Lightspeed Systems to give families more device oversight at home. Payments & Apps: Google Play added Venmo as a US payment option, letting users fund purchases from Venmo balances or linked cards. AI Hiring: GlobalData says AI, big data and cybersecurity remain top hiring themes despite a 2.3% job-posting dip. Vintage Computing: A growing community is reviving classic machines as AI reshapes interest in older hardware.
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