AI adoption, post-quantum chips, and CISA ICS advisories - Week of September 29, 2025

Overview of Recent Activity

Organizations reported updates across AI infrastructure and cloud adoption, biometric performance testing, malware detection methods, and industrial control system security advisories. Telecom and connectivity providers also announced full-fibre rollout efforts, while other vendors described sovereign AI computing facilities and post-quantum semiconductor personalization initiatives.

Key Themes and Developments

Technology Releases & Product Enhancements

SEALSQ agreed with Quantix to establish Spain's first post-quantum semiconductor personalization center in the Region of Murcia, and SEALSQ set a mid-November 2025 launch for the QS7001 secure chip. The article stated, “The QS7001 will be the first secure chip to integrate NIST-standardized QRA.”

Jasper launched “the MCP Serve, an open standard” to help enterprises produce consistent AI-generated content in tools including ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot. Netskope also described detection methods for Lumma Stealer variants using a “layered threat protection strategy, integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).”

Partnerships & Ecosystem Engagement

Tech Mahindra and AMD signed a multi-year agreement targeting AI adoption and advanced infrastructure across industries including manufacturing, finance, telecommunications, and healthcare. Mohit Joshi said, “Enterprises worldwide are scrambling to maximize ROI while navigating the complexity of hybrid and cloud-native ecosystems.”

STL renewed its partnership with Netomnia to advance FTTH solutions in the UK, with Netomnia pursuing “a native 10 Gbps XGS-PON full-fibre network.” Corero Network Security expanded its partnership with Netceed to deliver “real-time Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) protection, traffic analysis, and Zero Trust controls.”

Infrastructure, Platform, or Deployment Updates

TELUS inaugurated Canada’s first fully sovereign AI factory in Rimouski, Quebec. The facility was described as operating with “100% renewable energy” and using “NVIDIA’s latest GPU technology and HPE’s computing infrastructure.”

CISA issued and referenced ICS advisory activity on September 25, 2025, including vulnerabilities in the Dingtian DT-R002 relay board. The advisory stated, “Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to retrieve credentials without authentication.”

Full Update Index

1) Tech Mahindra and AMD Partner for Enterprise Transformation through AI Adoption; 2) ROC ranks as #1 American facial recognition provider in NIST FRTE; 3) Netskope addresses Lumma Stealer resurgence with AI detection methods; 4) CISA issues Industrial Control Systems advisory; 5) Dingtian DT-R002 faces credential vulnerabilities; 6) STL partners with Netomnia to advance full-fibre rollout in the UK; 7) SEALSQ partners with Quantix to develop Spain's first post-quantum semiconductor personalization center; 8) TELUS opens Canada's first fully Sovereign AI Factory; 9) Jasper launches Model Context Protocol Server for AI content generation; 10) JumpCloud releases e-book on agentic AI risks and governance; 11) Corero Network Security expands partnership with Netceed to strengthen UK network resilience; 12) Applied Materials and GlobalFoundries collaborate on waveguide fabrication facility; 13) Concentric AI achieves TX-RAMP certification for data security governance.

1. Daily Intelligence Brief: AI Adoption and Security Developments - September 26, 2025
   Tech Mahindra and AMD agree to enhance enterprise transformation with AI, integrating AMD technology into Tech Mahindra's solutions.
2. SEALSQ partners with Quantix to develop Spain's first post-quantum semiconductor personalization center
   New launch of SEALSQ's QS7001 secure chip in November 2025 aims to strengthen security across multiple sectors.
3. STL partners with Netomnia to advance full-fibre rollout in the UK
   Netomnia aims to connect five million premises by 2027, utilizing STL's optical solutions for its full-fibre network rollout.
4. Dingtian DT-R002 faces credential vulnerabilities
   CISA warns of security issues in Dingtian's DT-R002, urging users to strengthen network security pending vendor response.
5. CISA issues Industrial Control Systems advisory
   CISA issued an Industrial Control Systems advisory highlighting security vulnerabilities on September 25, 2025.
6. Netskope addresses Lumma Stealer resurgence with AI detection methods.
   Lumma Stealer's resurgence prompts Netskope to outline strategies for detection using advanced machine learning techniques.
7. ROC ranks as #1 American facial recognition provider in NIST FRTE, achieving top global marks for accuracy and speed.
   Brendan Klare noted ROC's consistent algorithm performance establishes trust among partners in identity verification tasks.
8. Daily Intelligence Brief: Collaboration and security developments in tech sectors - September 25, 2025
   Applied Materials and GlobalFoundries partner to build a waveguide fabrication facility in Singapore, enhancing photonics technology.
9. Tech Mahindra and AMD Partner for Enterprise Transformation through AI Adoption
   Tech Mahindra and AMD formed a multi-year agreement to enhance enterprise transformation through advanced infrastructure and AI.
10. Quantum Computing Inc. closes $500 million private placement to enhance growth strategy.
    Following its private placement, Quantum Computing Inc. reported a cash position of about $850 million for continued strategic growth.
11. MCP vulnerabilities: Indirect prompt injection and RUG Pull attacks
    Indirect prompt injection allows attackers to embed malicious instructions in benign data, expanding potential attack surfaces.
12. TELUS opens Canada's first fully Sovereign AI Factory
    Darren Entwistle, TELUS CEO, noted the facility empowers Canadian organizations with autonomy over their data and AI solutions.
13. Belden's DataTuff cables enhance industrial Ethernet reliability
    DataTuff Industrial Ethernet cables support automation and IIoT, contributing to market growth to $21.10 billion by 2033.
14. STL showcases Unitube Indoor Optical Fibre Cable with Multi-Core Fiber at Connected Britain 2025
    STL displayed its Unitube Single Jacket Indoor Fibre Optic Cable with MCF at Connected Britain 2025, focusing on performance and safety.
15. Concentric AI achieves TX-RAMP certification for data security governance
    Concentric AI achieved TX-RAMP certification for its Semantic Intelligence™ platform, allowing service to Texas state agencies and schools.
16. Daily Intelligence Brief: GSMA, CISA, JumpCloud and enterprise infrastructure updates - September 24, 2025
    GSMA launched a report at the Digital Nation Summit offering a three-step agenda to enhance ASEAN's digital infrastructure.
17. Corero Network Security expands partnership with Netceed to strengthen UK network resilience
    Corero Network Security has expanded its partnership with Netceed in the UK to enhance network security for local service providers.
18. Applied Materials and GlobalFoundries collaborate on waveguide fabrication facility
    Applied Materials and GlobalFoundries announced a collaboration for a waveguide fabrication facility in Singapore, enhancing photonics technology.
19. Melanie Hohman appointed vice president of PRA Production Services
    Hohman will oversee PRA's production services operations and enhance client experiences in the business events landscape.
20. JumpCloud releases e-book on agentic AI risks and governance
    JumpCloud advocates for treating AI agents as unique entities with oversight, presenting a proactive approach for IT leaders.
21. CISA Releases Cybersecurity Advisory on Incident Response Lessons
    CISA issued a cybersecurity advisory on lessons learned from incident responses, stressing the need for timely patching and planning.
22. Jasper launches Model Context Protocol Server for AI content generation
    Jasper launched the MCP Server for enterprises to streamline AI-generated content across various tools with consistent brand standards.
23. Daily Intelligence Brief: Quantum Computing, Ericsson, Supermicro, Schneider Electric, GSMA Developments - September 23, 2025
    Quantum Computing Inc. announced a $500 million stock offering to enhance its commercialization efforts and support growth.
24. Weekly Intelligence Brief on Security Alerts and Vulnerabilities - Week of September 22, 2025
    CISA issues advisories on multiple ICS vulnerabilities, recommending prompt mitigations.
25. VU#780141: Cross-site scripting vulnerability in Lectora course navigation
    A patch for the Lectora XSS vulnerability was released in version 21.4, but users must republish courses to implement it.