A formidable consortium of hacking groups, operating under the ominous banner of "Scattered LAPSUS$ Hunters" and linked to notorious cybercrime syndicates like ShinyHunters, Lapsus$, and Scattered Spider, has sent shockwaves through the financial markets. They credibly claim to have exfiltrated an astonishing 1 to 1.5 billion records from various
As the third quarter of 2025 draws to a close, the financial markets are abuzz with the exceptional performances of several S&P 500 companies. While official data is still being compiled, preliminary assessments and prevailing market trends suggest a cohort of innovative giants and agile disruptors have delivered significant
The digital battleground is shifting, and artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming the most formidable weapon in the arsenal of both defenders and attackers. As of late 2025, AI has moved beyond a theoretical concept to an indispensable tool, fundamentally reshaping how organizations protect their digital assets. This transformative era
In late September 2025, U.S. stock futures experienced a notable rebound, offering a measure of relief to markets that had seen recent volatility. This uptick occurred against a backdrop of intensifying concerns about a potential Artificial Intelligence (AI) bubble, influencing investor sentiment and market movements. The market is currently
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after a key inflation data aligned with market expectations, sparking optimism for potential interest rate cuts.
Over the past six months, Zscaler has been a great trade, beating the S&P 500 by 22.7%. Its stock price has climbed to $291.35, representing a healthy 38.8% increase. This was partly thanks to its solid quarterly results, and the run-up might have investors contemplating their next move.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after investors scooped up equities, shaking off the initial concerns inferred from the Fed's dot plot, with tech stocks leading the charge.
The financial markets are currently a tempestuous sea, marked by a perplexing interplay of underlying strength and overt volatility, largely driven by the powerful forces of investor psychology. As of September 2025, a fascinating dichotomy exists: while some indicators point to compressed volatility, hinting at a degree of investor complacency,
The landscape of artificial intelligence is undergoing a profound transformation, signaling a crucial pivot from the foundational build-out of AI infrastructure to its practical application for boosting productivity across industries. After years focused on developing advanced hardware like GPUs and refining complex models, the market is now squarely focused on
Shares of cloud security platform Zscaler (NASDAQ:ZS) jumped 3.9% in the afternoon session after the stock was upgraded by analysts at Freedom Capital. The cybersecurity firm was upgraded from 'Hold' to 'Buy' by Freedom Capital Markets, which also raised its price target on the stock to $320 from $280. The upgrade came after Zscaler exceeded analyst expectations with its fourth-quarter performance, demonstrating resilient demand for its security solutions.
A cash-heavy balance sheet is often a sign of strength, but not always.
Some companies avoid debt because they have weak business models, limited expansion opportunities, or inconsistent cash flow.
