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Rockstar Games released a preview of Grand Theft Auto VI on Netflix after months of leaked footage appeared online, showcasing the game's new protagonists and controversial pricing strategy.
France's Finance Ministry has confirmed a significant cyberattack on its tax authority occurred in late June, with evidence suggesting around 700,000 taxpayers had personal and professional data compromised. Authorities are still determining the full extent of the incident.
Cybersecurity investigators suspect Tehran-backed hackers of launching coordinated attacks against roughly 30 American water systems over two days in late July, marking an escalation in state-sponsored digital warfare targeting critical infrastructure.
Telegram's billionaire founder Pavel Durov has been accused by Russia's FSB of aiding terrorist activities and added to international wanted lists, marking the latest chapter in his contentious relationship with both Moscow and Western authorities.
Australia's largest electricity and gas retailer Origin Energy is urgently investigating a potential security incident involving unauthorised access to customer information, though payment details appear unaffected.
Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching has underscored the importance of accountability and people-centred governance in building a trustworthy digital future, highlighting surging content removal efforts by Malaysian regulators.
Malaysia's upper house has approved the Cyber Security Bill 2026, a landmark legislative overhaul replacing the 1997 Computer Crimes Act. The Bill establishes stronger penalties for cyber offences and expands international law enforcement cooperation.