August 13, 2026
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Novel AI Malware Presents New Challenges And Requires More From Employers
Cybersecurity experts have identified detection gaps with AI-generated malware. We discuss what makes AI malware unique and how it evades discovery.
Underground AI Supercharges Phishing Attacks On Employers
Security researchers report that cybercriminals are using underground and jailbroken AI models to write sophisticated malware and phishing messages. We comment on how employers can respond.
The Same Old Passwords Create The Same Old Risk: How Should Employers Respond?
A global password study found that simple, predictable passwords like "admin" and "password" remain among the most commonly used credentials worldwide, despite years of warnings from security professionals. We comment.
Latest Numbers
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Unemployment Rate
4.3% in Jan 2026 -
Payroll Employment
+130,000(p) in Jan 2026 -
Average Hourly Earnings
+$0.15(p) in Jan 2026 -
Employment Cost Index (ECI)
+0.7% in 4th Qtr of 2025 -
Productivity
+4.9% in 3rd Qtr of 2025
Source: Department of Labor



