critical infrastructure protection
India's Semiconductor Security Challenge: How Imported Chips Threaten Digital Infrastructure
Dec 10, 2025 05:15 pm CST
India's rapid digital transformation faces a critical security vulnerability: its dependence on imported semiconductor chips. As tech giants like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon invest billions in Indian data centers, IIT Kharagpur leads pioneering work in hardware forensics to protect national infrastructure. Professor Debdeep Mukhopadhyay's team demonstrates how chip integrity underpins national security, while industry leaders like Gautam Adani recognize that cybersecurity begins at the hardware level. With nearly $46.5 billion in tech investments announced this year, ensuring hardware security has become essential for India's digital sovereignty.
European Airports Face Rising Drone Threats: NATO Suspects Russian Hybrid Warfare Campaign
Nov 17, 2025 07:29 pm CST
Multiple unauthorized drones spotted near European airports and critical infrastructure have triggered security concerns across NATO countries. As officials suspect Russian involvement in possible hybrid warfare tactics, European authorities are developing countermeasures including an ambitious "drone wall" initiative to protect vulnerable locations by 2027.