Author: Mason Drayton

Mason Drayton brings over a decade of specialized technology journalism to his coverage of industrial computing and automation systems, where he deciphers complex technical developments into actionable industry insights. His expertise extends across IoT ecosystems and emerging technologies that bridge physical operations with digital transformation. With a distinctive focus on how computational power reshapes manufacturing and infrastructure, his analysis provides forward-looking perspectives on enterprise-level technological evolution.
Cybersecurity

Ransomware Threat Groups Multiply to Record Levels, Fueling Defensive Challenges

Cybersecurity analysts document an unprecedented 57% annual increase in ransomware groups operating worldwide. Manufacturing organizations experienced a sharp 26% quarter-over-quarter rise in targeted attacks according to the latest threat intelligence.

Unprecedented Expansion in Ransomware Ecosystem

Cybersecurity researchers have identified a record-breaking 77 active ransomware groups currently operating worldwide, according to reports from GuidePoint Security’s latest threat intelligence analysis. This represents a 57% year-over-year surge in distinct threat collectives despite overall ransomware activity stabilizing across global networks.

by Mason Drayton