data security

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Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX are reportedly investing in TikTok’s U.S. operations, holding a combined 45% stake. ByteDance will retain 19.9%, with the remaining 35% distributed among existing and potentially new investors. This deal aims to address U.S. national security concerns that led to the divestiture mandate. The new TikTok USA will have a majority-American board, with Oracle overseeing security. The U.S. government will not take an equity stake. Existing ByteDance investors like Susquehanna and General Atlantic are expected to invest further.

Netskope reports near-universal (95%) generative AI adoption in retail, up sharply from 73% last year, driven by competitive pressures. While usage of company-approved AI tools rises (from 21% to 52%), security risks escalate, with source code (47%) and regulated data (39%) commonly exposed. Companies are banning risky apps like ZeroGPT, and increasingly using enterprise platforms like OpenAI via Azure and Amazon Bedrock (16% each). Concerns extend to API connections (63%) and broader cloud security vulnerabilities, including malware via OneDrive and GitHub. Strict data protection and visibility are crucial.

Netskope, a SASE cloud security leader, debuted on Nasdaq (NTSK) with shares surging over 18%, valuing the company at $8.6 billion. The IPO, priced at $19 after an upped range, raised over $908 million for expansion. CEO Sanjay Beri highlighted their mission to secure AI and cloud adoption, redefining data network security. Netskope focuses on interoperability within the cybersecurity ecosystem and strategic acquisitions. While not yet profitable, revenue for the first half of the year reached $328 million, and the company expects positive free cash flow this year, fueled by over $700 million in ARR.

Retrieve Medical Holdings, Inc. is launching Retrieve Personal, a platform providing secure, immediate access to comprehensive medical records for patients and providers. Integrating with Health Information Exchanges (HIEs) and leveraging AI, Retrieve Personal compiles complete patient histories into actionable summaries. ID.me provides secure identity verification. This initiative addresses fragmented patient information but faces challenges like HIE interoperability and data standardization. The aim is portable health summaries, enhancing personalized healthcare and improving efficiency.

A framework agreement for TikTok, addressing data security concerns related to its Chinese parent company ByteDance, is nearing completion, potentially within 30-45 days. The restructuring will involve new investors alongside existing ByteDance stakeholders. Oracle’s cloud computing agreement with TikTok will remain intact, continuing its role in addressing U.S. security concerns through data management. Initial capital infusion is expected to be relatively small, focusing on restructuring rather than expansion, with no immediate plans for an IPO. The deal aims to alleviate national security and data privacy concerns.

A potential resolution for TikTok in the U.S. is emerging, as former President Trump hinted at a possible deal with China. Concerns about national security and data privacy, specifically the potential for Chinese government access through ByteDance, fueled previous attempts to force a sale or shut down the app. Congress has even legislated against TikTok’s distribution. Trump intends to discuss the deal with President Xi Jinping. While specifics are undisclosed, it likely involves data security measures and content control to address U.S. concerns. This resolution may signal a shift in U.S.-China tech relations.

A former Meta security head, Attaullah Baig, is suing the company, alleging WhatsApp has critical security flaws exposing user data. He claims 1,500 engineers had unrestricted data access and that Meta retaliated against him for raising concerns. Baig reported the issues to the SEC and OSHA. Meta denies the allegations, citing Baig’s poor performance and claiming his concerns misrepresent ongoing security efforts. The lawsuit raises questions about WhatsApp’s data security and whistleblower protection.

Booking.com utilizes AI to combat increasingly complex online fraud and safeguard user data. The company processes vast amounts of data, employing both vendor-specific and in-house AI solutions to detect and neutralize threats like fake reviews, phishing, and account takeovers. This hybrid approach balances deployment speed with customization. Balancing performance and cost is a key challenge. Proactive threat detection through AI assistants enhances security analyst efficiency, while fairness, human oversight, explainability, and privacy are prioritized in AI implementation. Future efforts will focus on optimized integration of AI solutions.

On August 16, 2025, Bragg Gaming Group (BRAG:CA) detected a cybersecurity incident. Immediate action was taken with external cybersecurity specialists engaged. Preliminary findings suggest the breach was contained within Bragg’s internal network, with no apparent personal data compromise and no impact on operational capabilities. Bragg is providing updates on its website, emphasizing data security. The incident highlights the iGaming industry’s vulnerability to cyber threats and the need for robust security measures. Forward-looking statements regarding the incident are subject to uncertainties.