Global Scans · Security · Weekly Summary

• [New] In 2026, with AI attackers on the horizon and cybercrime exploding, we need more systems where security has an immediate payoff - not another decade of we will patch it next quarter. MEXC
• [New] CertiK has highlighted phishing, deepfakes, supply chain attacks, and cross-chain vulnerabilities as the primary security threats facing the cryptocurrency industry in 2026. Phemex News
• [New] To justify AUKUS and Australia's defence posture, it is politically expedient for some political and security elites to continue emphasising the security threat from China while carefully balancing the economic relationship. East Asia Forum
• [New] Cybersecurity is becoming a key battleground for AI labs such as OpenAI and Anthropic as their advanced AI models can both pose security risks and offer cyber defence capabilities, sparking interest from governments and enterprises. The Globe and Mail
• [New] As more women take on public leadership and regulatory roles, Australia's first eSafety commissioner warns they could require security protections similar to elected parliamentarians due to plausible online threats made against them. The Guardian
• [New] Uncertainties over US security commitments could prompt South Korea - already moving towards nuclear latency - to develop its own nuclear weapons, with Japan and Taiwan possibly following suit. Sipri
• [New] Quantum radar systems stand at the forefront of a new era in surveillance and combat operations, offering unparalleled capabilities that could significantly impact global security dynamics. Quantum Security Defence
• [New] Germany considers Russia the biggest threat to its national security and has accused Moscow of conducting hybrid warfare, including covert cyberattacks on critical infrastructure and disinformation operations aimed at deepening social divisions. CYFIRMA
• [New] With the internet blackout still dragging on, Iranian officials are openly framing connectivity as a security threat. Grounded Perspectives
• [New] While the idea of a regional security framework in North East Asia is not new - and past efforts have fallen short - the current context of heightened risks and the failure of bilateralism calls for a renewed push. Sipri
• [New] U.S. forces must adapt to a more transparent battlefield by strengthening operational security, training under persistent surveillance, and investing in protection, deception, and disruption capabilities. Center for Strategic and International Studies
• [New] Beijing's military-civil fusion strategy means that its private sector advances directly benefit its military ambitions, posing a national security threat to the U.S. Nextgov/FCW
• [New] The creation of a centralized biometric database could enable extensive government surveillance, particularly if data-sharing arrangements with security agencies were not clearly regulated. Journal of Public and International Affairs
• [New] Dis - and misinformation on wind energy poses a systemic risk to Europe's security and competitiveness. reNEWS - Renewable Energy News
• An all-out race toward artificial general intelligence (AGI), driven by expectations that the first state to achieve AGI will enjoy an overwhelming and enduring first-mover advantage over its geopolitical rivals, poses serious national security risks for the United States. Rand Corporation
• Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz - a critical artery for global trade that handles about 30% of the world's fertilizer shipments - are sending shockwaves through fertilizer markets, driving prices up and raising serious questions about food security. African Mining Week 2025
• Gartner confirms 72% of organizations report increased cyber risk, with AI systems making decisions at machine speed outside traditional security workflows. Saptang Labs
• Jobs requiring AI skills in security and intelligence sectors are expected to increase by more than 20% by 2030. Research.com
• The Stanford AI Index 2026 adds the constraint that will shape how fast that future arrives: security is now the #1 scaling barrier for agentic AI, cited by 62% of organizations as the gating issue. Preuve AI
• China poses a particular threat due to its government's control over the cybersecurity industry and legal requirements that force cybersecurity researchers to disclose any software vulnerabilities they find to security agencies, which can use them to enable cyber intrusions. Insurance Journal
• Over the next three to five years, quantum sensors and computers that have long remained confined to laboratory settings will begin transitioning into deployable systems with real-world utility, with significant economic and national security implications. MIT Initiative for New Manufacturing Substack

Last updated: 05 May 2026