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If the AI Action Summit in Paris earlier this year is the sign of things to come, establishing a coordinated approach to regulation and governance will be no easy task in the short or long term. To an extent, this is understandable – these processes rarely operate at pace, particularly when stakeholders are still trying to understand the impact of important trends, such as the emergence of advanced AI.The problem this creates, however, is that without consensus, organizations must work against the backdrop of a more complex and unpredictable threat landscape, with the tools used by threat actors more advanced and accessible than ever before. In fact, the pace of change around AI tools is so rapid that it’s difficult to properly predict exactly what new cyber risks will emerge.Not all one-way trafficThankfully, it’s not all one-way traffic. On one hand, threat actors are using generative tools to automate phishing campaigns, identify system vulnerabilities and write malicious code. On the other, forward-thinking organizations are using the same techniques to stay one step ahead. Nevertheless, security teams are in a difficult position – expected to respond to a growing range of threats with the same or fewer resources, while also managing a greater range of more serious risks.The result is a situation where many organizations are constantly playing catch-up. Threat intelligence may be available, but without the right tools and frameworks in place to both distil and make use of it, much of that insight stays hidden or goes underutilized.This plays out in different ways. In some organizations, core security functions – from threat intelligence and automation to incident response – remain siloed, with limited coordination or shared visibility. In others, strategies are developed in isolation, missing the opportunity to tap into the wealth of experience and insight already available across the broader security community.The result? Individual businesses are left to fend off highly organized, fast-moving threat groups that thrive on shared intelligence and agile tactics, and are often several steps ahead.The power of collaboration To address these essential issues, organizations are relying more heavily on security collaboration and collective defense, with Information Sharing and Analysis Centers (ISACs) among the most established and effective approaches.Operating across sectors, these groups are designed to collect, analyze and distribute actionable threat intelligence, while also equipping members with the tools and resources needed to strengthen resilience. Today, the National Council of ISACs, for example, includes nearly 30 sector-specific organizations – a clear sign of how far this model has evolved.The industry clearly sees the value. According to recent research, more than 90% of respondents say collaboration and information sharing are either very important or critical to their cybersecurity strategy. The problem? Almost three-quarters (70%) believe they could be doing more, with nearly one in five admitting they could share significantly more intelligence than they currently do.Worryingly, more than half of those surveyed (53%) said their organization doesn’t engage with an ISAC at all. Perhaps even more concerning, 28% weren’t even aware that ISACs exist, underlining how much ground there is still to cover in building a truly collaborative cyber defense ecosystem.But, for any effective approach to collective defense to succeed, the goal is to establish workflows that allow for the rapid, structured exchange of indicators of compromise (IoCs), tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) and real-world incident reports. Communities that get this right create a multiplier effect – the more each participant shares, the stronger the whole becomes.Proactive securityAll of this supports a shift from reactive to proactive security. Today’s teams must be able to identify risks before they escalate and take preventive action in near real time.But that’s easier said than done. Security operations are often flooded with data from multiple sources, making it hard to separate the signal from the noise. That’s why threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) are becoming vital in helping ingest and operationalize threat data and in the process, reducing manual overhead and improving decision-making.The best TIPs also enable automated intelligence sharing with external communities. In doing so, they act as a nerve center, connecting internal teams with trusted partners outside the organization.This can transform the levels of sophistication and speed that can be applied to threat intelligence, empowering security teams to replace their reliance on manual processes while boosting efficiency, time savings and improved accuracy.TIPs can also broaden the different types of data used in the threat intelligence process, including integrating structured and unstructured data, which can then be delivered as standardized output.Looking at the overall security landscape at present, the challenges posed by AI-powered cybercrime are already prompting regulators to push for higher standards. Across multiple industries, new rules demand that organizations go beyond point solutions and build resilience into their day-to-day security strategies.In practical terms, that means engaging with trusted partners and building response frameworks that are ready for action. If and when international standards emerge, organizations that embrace the collective defense approach will be strongly placed to ensure their networks and data remain safe.Train up with the best online cybersecurity courses.This article was produced as part of TechRadarPro's Expert Insights channel where we feature the best and brightest minds in the technology industry today. The views expressed here are those of the author and are not necessarily those of TechRadarPro or Future plc. If you are interested in contributing find out more here: https://www.techradar.com/news/submit-your-story-to-techradar-pro

Sam Altman says a ChatGPT prompt uses "0.34 watt-hours" of electricity, roughly one second of an ovenHe also says a single ChatGPT prompt uses "0.000085 gallons of water; roughly one-fifteenth of a teaspoon"While that's not a lot in isolation, ChatGPT has over 400 million weekly users, with multiple prompts per dayOpenAI CEO, Sam Altman has revealed ChatGPT's energy usage for a single prompt, and while it's lower than you might expect, on a global scale, it could have a significant impact on the planet.Writing on his blog, Altman said, "The average query uses about 0.34 watt-hours, about what an oven would use in a little over one second, or a high-efficiency lightbulb would use in a couple of minutes. It also uses about 0.000085 gallons of water; roughly one-fifteenth of a teaspoon."While that might not sound like a lot as an isolated prompt, ChatGPT has approximately 400 million active weekly users, and that number is growing at a rapid rate. Bear in mind there's a growing amount of AI tools and chatbots on the market, including Google Gemini and Anthropic's Claude, so general AI energy usage will be even higher.Last month, we reported on a study from MIT Technology Review which found that a five-second AI video uses as much energy as a microwave running for an hour or more. While Altman's ChatGPT prompt energy usage reveal is nowhere near as high as that, there are still concerns considering how much people interact with AI.We rely on AI, so is this energy consumption a concern? There's a constant concern about ChatGPT's energy consumption, and it is becoming increasingly vocal as AI usage continues to rise. While Altman's blog post will put some minds at ease, considering the relatively low energy and water usage in isolation, it could also spark more uproar.Earlier this week, a mass ChatGPT outage led to millions of people unable to interact with the chatbot. Over the 10 hour plus period, I received emails from thousands of readers who gave me a new perspective on AI.While I'd be lying if I said AI's energy consumption doesn't concern me, it would be unfair to overlook the positives of the technology and how it is improving the lives of millions.The climate crisis is not limited to me and you, but unfortunately, it's the working class that ultimately pays the price. ChatGPT's energy consumption at a mass scale may be a severe problem in the future, but then again, so are the private jets flying 10-minute flights.The AI climate concerns are not black and white, and those who criticise the impact of the technology on the planet are equally vocal about the impact of other technologies. That said, we're only at the beginning of the AI revolution, and energy consumption will continue to rise. At what point should we be worried?You might also likeThis is what really happened with Siri and Apple Intelligence, according to AppleWhy don’t AI companies talk about energy usage?Sam Altman thinks superintelligence is within our grasp and makes 3 bold predictions for the future of AI and robotics

Interpol and international partners conducted Operation SecureIn four months, the police arrested dozens of people and seized vital dataThousands of IP addresses hosting infostealers were taken down, as wellDozens of people have been arrested, and thousands of IP addresses seized, in an Interpol-led international law enforcement operation aimed at disrupting a network of infostealers and other malware.The international law enforcement agency said Operation Secure took place between January and April 2025, and saw police agencies in 26 countries work together to locate servers, map physical networks, and move in to disrupt cybercriminal campaigns.As a result, 32 people were arrested: 18 in Vietnam, 12 in Sri Lanka, and two in Nauru, including the individual suspected to have been running the entire operation, who was found with around $11,500 in cash, several SIM cards, and business registration documents which, according to the Interpol, point to a scheme “to open and sell corporate accounts”.Servers, IP addresses, and gigs of dataIn Hong Kong, the police analyzed more than 1,700 pieces of intelligence shared by Interpol, which helped them identify 117 command-and-control servers hosted on 89 internet service providers.These servers were used as central hubs for different cybercriminal campaigns, including phishing, fraud, and social media scams.Aside from the arrests, the police also seized 41 servers and obtained more than 100 GB of data.Furthermore, it took down more than 20,000 malicious IP addresses linked to information stealers, and identified 216,000 victims and potential victims, some of whom have already been notified.A few private cybersecurity companies also participated in the campaign, by providing valuable intelligence: Group-IB, Kaspersky, and Trend Micro.“Interpol continues to support practical, collaborative action against global cyber threats,” commented Neal Jetton, the agency’s Director of Cybercrime.“Operation Secure has once again shown the power of intelligence sharing in disrupting malicious infrastructure and preventing large-scale harm to both individuals and businesses.”You might also likeTop US dental firm spills over 8 million user files onlineTake a look at our guide to the best authenticator appWe've rounded up the best password managers

Directive 8020 will feature "real-time threats" that will ramp up players' fearCreative director, Will Doyle, says the game's Turning Point narrative system will allow players to explore the story's branching outcomesDoyle explains that these two changes to the Dark Pictures formula are "critical" to how players interact with the storySupermassive Games has introduced two "critical" changes to Directive 8020 that will affect how players interact with the game's branching narrative.Speaking in an interview with TechRadar Gaming during Summer Game Fest, Directive 8020's creative director, Will Doyle, explained that the team has switched up the survival horror aspect for the next Dark Pictures anthology entry by implementing "real-time threats"."There are two big things that have fundamentally changed what this game is," Doyle said. "One of them is the real-time threats, the effect that that's had on changing the control system, and the fear that it puts into you when you're playing it really, really gets your heart pounding."The Until Dawn creators have also changed how players make important story choices by introducing something called the Turning Point system. This mechanic allows players to rewind at certain points in the narrative, which Doyle says will allow players to explore different outcomes, unlike in any other Dark Pictures entry."The other is the turning point system and the ability to explore our branching story. Because for me, that's kind of two critical aspects of what we've done," he said."We're a narrative game, and you've got a new system that lets you explore the narrative in a fun way, and we are a game that lets you move around and have action in it, and we've pushed that forward as well."Directive 8020 is the fifth entry in the eight-planned Dark Pictures series and arrives on October 2 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC.In the game, a colony ship called the Cassiopeia has crash-landed on the planet Tau Ceti f in the middle of an expedition to save Earth. The crew soon discovers they aren't alone and must survive being hunted by an alien organism capable of mimicking its prey.You might also like...Best horror games: the scariest titles to play in 2025Xbox Games Showcase 2025: everything revealed from Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Persona 4 remake to a new handheldAfter seeing Resident Evil Requiem in action, I'm convinced it'll be another groundbreaking entry in the horror series

As we head closer and closer to summer (for those of us in the northern hemisphere at least), the best streaming services are reviving their libraries in order to keep you away from nature and sunlight, safely ensconced on your couch. Which, considering allergies and heat, is a worthy tactic that I shall be adhering to. And it's not hard to see why with everything due to hit streaming in June 2025.But, as the cost of streaming rises along with… well, the cost of everything, it's a good idea to contemplate which services you absolutely have to keep for the upcoming month versus those you can probably go without for June.Luckily, this month sees one of my favorite reliable hubs knock out a bunch of titles I simply cannot ignore – I’m talking about Hulu (a lot of the same titles of which will arrive on Disney+ internationally) – and one of my other favorites offer up so few, I'm happy to let it go for the month. Here's my take.Why I'm keeping my Hulu subscription in JuneI can't wait to get back into this heated kitchen. (Image credit: FX)I love Hulu. It's one of my favorite streamers because of its deals with several major TV networks– NBC, ABC and Fox– which allows you to get the latest episodes of shows either the day-of, or the day after they originally air. While that's been essential for my addiction to 9-1-1 and The Rookie, this month however, I've got eyes for one show only.Yep, The Bear season 4 debuts June 25. This award-winning drama continues to stoke curiosity, and based on a lil' detail in the teaser trailer it looks like this could be the last outing for Carmy and the crew. Whether that's the case, I'll be ready to chomp down on whatever they're serving up!If you're looking for movies then two of my favorite franchises are coming to the platform. Anyone who knows me knows I love the Alien series– yes, I ranked them even though it was one of the most difficult things I've ever done – so I'm delighted that all nine of the movies will be available as part of everything new on Hulu in June in the US (those in the UK or Australia can catch these on Disney+ instead).Alien: Earth isn't coming out until August but the entire Alien franchise is streaming on Hulu in the US. (Image credit: FX)2024's Alien: Romulus dropped on Hulu and Disney+ a while back but now you can binge the entire xenomorph legacy in one go, which also includes both Alien vs. Predator films. Are they good? Not particularly. Do they fit into the chronology? Not particularly. But they attempt to unite two of the bloodiest franchises into a PG-13 film so honestly, worthwhile watching for that alone.Now is a great time to revisit all of the films, as FX is bringing the xenos to the small screen with Alien: Earth, which makes its way onto Hulu on August 12. Of course, there's also the new Predator: Killer of Killers to enjoy, too.Keeping that horror vibe, Scream 2022 slashes its way onto Hulu June 8 – unfortunately, it's only streaming on the Channel 4 app in the UK and isn't available in Australia. This requel ought to get audiences prepared for next year's Scream 7, which is one of my most anticipated horror films of 2026.On the newer end of things the latest Steven Soderbergh outing, Presence, is slated for a June 3 arrival on Hulu in the US and Disney+ internationally, and I'm very excited to check this out. Its critical reception has wavered depending on the viewer; some people hoped for a flat-out horror and others wanted a drama, and judging on the reviews, it sounds like a mashup of the two.Why I'm canceling HBO Max in June The Last of Us season 2 has ended on HBO Max. (Image credit: Liane Hentscher/HBO)If you’ve gathered by now, I tend to keep streamers that have at least two things I’m excited to watch – movies or TV series. Aside from the service finally reverting back to its old name of HBO Max – which is exciting to me but I'm going to need a little more to go on – Max simply doesn’t carry any fresh offerings I have to watch in June. Granted, there are exceptions to my preferences as Max offers a ton of great shows. With The Last Of Us season 2 all wrapped up, there isn't much to necessitate my subscription, BUT, if you are a fan of The Gilded Age, I expect you'll want to keep Max as season 3 drops later in the month.You might also like4 new Disney+ TV shows I can't wait to stream in June 20255 new Hulu movies with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes to stream3 new Max movies to stream in June 2025