Global Scans · Security · Weekly Summary

• [New] By 2030, autonomous security systems powered by AI will manage most routine protection, allowing human experts to focus on strategic threats. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] Organizations that fail to adopt zero-trust architectures will experience 300% more security incidents by 2026. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] Agentic AI browsers and browser features, such as OpenAI's Atlas and Perplexity's Comet, carry inherent security risks. Fortune
• [New] According to IDC's FutureScape: Worldwide Cybersecurity 2024 Predictions, global spending on security solutions will reach $300 billion by 2027, representing a compound annual growth rate of 12%. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] President Donald Trump's recent statement that the United States will restart nuclear-weapons testing marks one of the most important policy shifts in global security since the end of the Cold War. Modern Diplomacy
• [New] US policymakers can play a meaningful role in encouraging actions that will improve Syria's security sector and build long-term stability in Syria beyond the five-year transition period. American Enterprise Institute - AEI
• [New] Companies investing in comprehensive security awareness training reduce their breach risk by 70%, yet fewer than 30% of organizations provide adequate training. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] Through FIDO2 security keys, Windows Hello for Business, and Microsoft Authenticator app sign-ins, Entra External ID helps enterprises reduce password-related risks while maintaining compliance and governance. Descope
• [New] The United States' dependence on imports and the vulnerability of supply chains raise the potential for risks to national security, defence readiness, price stability, and economic prosperity and resilience. Federal Register
• [New] Chinese open-source AI models could face scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers worried about the risk they pose to national security. Edge and Odds -
• [New] By 2030, autonomous security systems will handle 85% of routine security operations. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] Widespread systemic security flaws in enterprise infrastructure and processes are amplifying vulnerabilities, making organizations prime targets for sophisticated cyberattacks amid increasing ransomware and malware threats in 2025. Fuse Squared
• [New] Capacity to Respond to Security Challenges: Shara is balancing the integration and professionalization of Syrian armed groups with protecting Syrians from significant security threats. American Enterprise Institute - AEI
• [New] In essence, the Takaichi Doctrine discards the Yoshida bargain of security outsourcing to the U.S., compelling Japan to assume greater sovereignty in an era where U.S. commitments remain dubious and the triple regional threats from China, Russia, and North Korea loom larger. Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress
• [New] Device lifecycle management, which includes provisioning, patching, and decommissioning, is a top security priority for 2026. Forbes
• [New] U.S.-based Kratos Defence & Security Solutions will acquire Israeli satellite and mobile systems manufacturer Orbit Technologies for $356.3 million in cash, marking a significant expansion of Kratos' international footprint in satellite communications and defence electronics. Middle East Space Monitor by AzurX
• [New] Homeland Security & Law Enforcement hold 15% (USD 2.1 billion), focusing on surveillance and border security, expected to grow at 11% CAGR to USD 4.9 billion by 2032. openpr
• [New] BeyondTrust, global leader in identity security protecting Paths to Privilege, today announced its top cybersecurity predictions for 2026 and beyond, identifying the trends that will redefine how organizations protect identities, secure data, and prepare for a rapidly evolving threat landscape. Metro Atlanta CEO
• [New] Like the security and defence partnerships, the AI alliances will enable the US and the West to encircle the PRC in the tech world, where strong western collaborations and partnerships would hinder the PRC from becoming the tech giant or from excelling in AI production. World and New World Journal
• [New] Initial reactions from the AI research community and industry experts are mixed; while some acknowledge the national security imperatives, others express concern that overly aggressive controls could stifle global innovation and lead to a less efficient, fragmented technological landscape. FinancialContent
• [New] The interdependence of modern global trade means that security vulnerabilities in maritime systems can rapidly cascade through international supply chains, affecting industries and nations far from initial incident locations. Discovery Alert

Last updated: 18 November 2025