Global Scans · Security · Weekly Summary

• [New] During extensive experience at the National Security Agency and across Department of Defense organizations, government teams demonstrated how next-generation SOC capabilities can dramatically reduce alert fatigue while improving the effectiveness of threat hunting operations. Libertify.com
• [New] A new report forecasting threats to US national security in 2026 has highlighted the dangers of AI for spreading false information and strengthening adversaries' military programs. The National Interest
• [New] Understanding how AI agents behave, and how to manage their permissions, control their behaviour, and limit their data access will be a top security priority throughout 2026. Darktrace
• [New] Demand for airport security solutions is expected to reach USD 25.6 billion in 2026 and USD 39.8 billion by 2036. FactMr
• [New] A new era of quantum computing could challenge the foundations of online security sooner than many expect. Euronews
• [New] Predictive Analysis: GCC states will likely initiate formal diplomatic or security consultations with China or other non-US partners, given the demonstrated inability of US interceptor systems to fully neutralize Iranian strikes on civilian infrastructure. Drone Warfare
• [New] Kiev is converting battlefield-proven counter-drone expertise into a strategic currency, likely positioning itself as an indispensable security partner to extract financial investment and technology transfers that could sustain its war economy and post-conflict reconstruction. Drone Warfare
• [New] Darktrace's security technology protects about 10,000 organizations globally from sophisticated threats to cloud, email, network, and operational technology systems. Yahoo Tech
• [New] 87% of business and security leaders now view AI-related vulnerabilities as their fastest-growing risk. CMARIX InfoTech Blogs
• The US National Security Agency has published new cybersecurity guidance addressing risks across the AI supply chain, highlighting growing concerns as AI systems become more widely deployed. CADE - Civil Society Alliances for Digital Empowerment
• The remainder of 2026 will likely see the integration of artificial intelligence into wallet interfaces, offering users predictive analytics for transaction fees and automated security alerts. MEXC
• AI Driving Strong Security Software Growth Gartner forecasts a 12.3% increase on security software spending in Australia to more than AU$ 3.3 billion in 2026. Gartner
• Australian organizations will spend more than AU$ 7.5 billion on information security in 2026, an increase of 9.5% from 2025. Gartner
• The FBI was granted broad new surveillance and national security powers as it became increasingly challenged by threats from al Qaeda and terror plots. / USA SKY
• Japan considers China a growing security threat and has pushed a military buildup on southwestern islands near the East China Sea. The Asahi Shimbun
• KyvernoCon Europe 2026 will focus on the growing field of policy as code, highlighting how the Kyverno project strengthens cloud-native security and compliance across Kubernetes environments. Cybersecurity Conferences 2026 - 2027 | Over 3.4K Event
• Peace and security in the world will be achieved through tackling poverty, reducing inequality and solving issues which cause destabilization through diplomacy and dialog, not through greater spending on defence. Religion Media Centre
• By 2026, systems will operate as intelligent, risk-based security engines. E-Complish
• A long-term, European comprehensive security assistance program for Ukraine can ensure that Ukraine will remain the main threat to Russia and that Russian military resources remain focused on it. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
• U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has threatened to break security ties with Europe, leaving Brussels with no choice other than to provide for its own defence, including-if necessary - to replace the U.S. guarantee of extended deterrence. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Last updated: 31 March 2026