IBM Announces Acquisition of Manta Software to Enhance Data and AI Governance Capabilities


Stripe completed its acquisition of AI model routing platform OpenRouter. The deal was undisclosed but reportedly around $7.5B, far above its $1.3B valuation in May. Founders get ~$1.5B, investors ~$6B. Stripe outbid Databricks. OpenRouter will remain independent.....
According to a report by IBM and the Ponemon Institute, AI-driven attacks have accounted for one quarter of malicious data breach incidents, increasing by 56% year-on-year. The average loss per incident is $6 million, 20% higher than the overall cost. Attacks are highly concentrated, with 62% targeting critical infrastructure, and financial services and energy institutions being the primary targets, posing serious threats to the economy, supply chains, and essential services.
IBM's latest financial report shows revenue of $17.2 billion and net profit of $2.2 billion, but the performance fell far short of expectations. A decline in infrastructure business led to a record 25% drop in stock price in one day, and the full-year growth forecast has been downgraded. The main reason is a sharp 42% drop in mainframe sales, with rising costs squeezing budgets, and the contraction of core businesses triggering a chain reaction.
Global banking is witnessing a fierce competition for Chief AI Officers (CAIOs), with institutions like HSBC, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, and Lloyds Bank appointing AI heads in the past three months. Surveys show the proportion of organizations with CAIOs surging from 26% in 2025 to 76% in 2026, driving up salaries and reshaping financial leadership.....
Ferrari HP team partners with IBM to upgrade fan apps using AI, transforming complex track data into immersive content. This aims to engage a diverse F1 fan base, reshape fan economy with generative AI, and appoint a 'Fan Development Director' to enhance interactive experiences.....