Tata Technologies Suffers Ransomware Attack And Temporarily Suspends IT Services - 1

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Tata Technologies Suffers Ransomware Attack And Temporarily Suspends IT Services

  • Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert
  • Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor

The multinational Indian company Tata Technologies confirmed that it was hit by a ransomware attack that forced it to suspend its IT services. The company also assured that all services had been restored and that their customers weren’t affected.

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  • Tata Technologies publicly confirmed today it has been hit by a ransomware attack.
  • Some IT services were temporarily suspended but have since been restored and they assure clients weren’t affected.
  • Tata Technologies has launched a detailed investigation in consultation with experts to determine the root cause of the attack.

According to Cyber Security News , Tata Technologies—a subsidiary of Tata Group and headquartered in India—shared an official statement acknowledging the situation, assuring that the services are under control, and informing about an investigation to get to the root cause and enhance security.

“Some of the IT services were suspended temporarily and have now been restored. Our client delivery services have remained fully functional and unaffected throughout,” said Tata Technologies in an official announcement, signed by Vikrant Gandhe, Company Secretary of Tata Technologies.

The company—specialized in product engineering and digital services in multiple industries such as automotive, industrial machinery, and aerospace—assured that their client’s services remained “fully functional” and that they are taking action and following security measures.

“Further detailed investigation is underway in consultation with experts to assess the root cause and to take remedial action as necessary. We remain committed to the highest standards of security and data protection,” added the company.

Tata Technologies didn’t provide more information or details on what was affected, if hackers requested a ransom payment, or if the attackers have been identified.

A recent ransomware attack addressed to American Addiction Centers (AAC) exposed sensitive information from over 400,000 members and the Rhysida ransomware gang claimed responsibility.

The U.S., Microsoft, and OpenAI Investigate DeepSeek for Restricted Chip Use and Potential Data Misappropriation - 2

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The U.S., Microsoft, and OpenAI Investigate DeepSeek for Restricted Chip Use and Potential Data Misappropriation

  • Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert
  • Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor

The United States of America, Microsoft, and OpenAI are currently investigating the Chinese startup DeepSeek for potential restricted use of advanced AI chips and unauthorized data acquisition.

In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts!

  • Microsoft and OpenAI are investigating if DeepSeek gathered unauthorized data through OpenAI’s API.
  • Anonymous sources said Microsoft’s security team noticed unusual activity during the fall and reported it to OpenAI.
  • The U.S. Commerce Department is reportedly investigating whether DeepSeek unlawfully obtained advanced AI chips to develop its AI technology.

Earlier this week, Bloomberg published an exclusive report revealing that Microsoft and OpenAI are working together on a new investigation as both companies suspect DeepSeek has been obtaining sensitive data through OpenAI’s API.

Yesterday, Reuters revealed that the U.S. Commerce Department is investigating whether DeepSeek used advanced AI chips that are not available for export—as the U.S. increased its restrictions on chip sales and investments in China —to develop its powerful flagship AI model.

An anonymous source told Reuters that AI chips have been smuggled to China through organized networks from countries like Malaysia, the United Arab Emirates, and Singapore. A spokesperson from Nvidia said they have clients with entities in Singapore, but they insist on complying with the laws.

DeepSeek claimed they’ve been using Nvidia’s less advanced chips, such as the H800 and H20s, which could have been obtained lawfully.

These investigations follow the massive success of DeepSeek’s new AI model in the United States, where it reached the top spot on Apple’s App Store , raising concerns among Silicon Valley giants and causing Nvidia’s stock to drop significantly on Monday.