NCSC: Pro-Russia Hacktivists Target UK Organisations with DDoS Attacks

The UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued guidance warning that pro-Russia hacktivist groups, particularly NoName057(16), continue to target UK organisations with DDoS attacks. The NCSC urges local government and critical infrastructure operators to review and harden their denial-of-service defences.

NCSC Warns of Hacktivist DoS Attacks on UK Organisations

The UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued a warning regarding persistent denial of service (DoS) attacks by Russian-aligned hacktivist groups targeting UK organisations, particularly local government and critical infrastructure operators. The NCSC urges organisations to review their cyber defences and resilience measures.

NCSC Advises UK Organizations on Middle East Conflict Cyber Threats

The UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued an alert advising UK organizations to review their cybersecurity posture due to the evolving conflict in the Middle East. The advisory highlights a heightened risk of indirect cyber threats and encourages organizations to implement enhanced monitoring and review their external attack surface.

NCSC Alert: Cisco SD-WAN Exploited Globally

The UK's NCSC, along with international partners, has issued an alert regarding the exploitation of Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN devices. Threat actors are gaining root and persistent access, and organizations are urged to investigate potential compromises and apply security updates.

CYBERUK 2026 Conference Announcement

The UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has announced details for the flagship CYBERUK 2026 conference in Glasgow, scheduled for April 21-23. The event will focus on accelerating cyber defences and will feature international security chiefs and industry leaders. Registration for private sector delegates remains open until April 2, 2026.

Texas State Sales Tax Revenue Report - January 2026

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts announced that state sales tax revenue for January 2026 totaled $4.6 billion, an increase of 7.1% compared to January 2025. Growth was particularly strong in sectors driven by business spending, including mining and construction.

Texas Distributes $1.5B Local Sales Tax Revenue

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts announced the distribution of $1.5 billion in local sales tax revenue for February 2026. This represents a 2.5% increase compared to February 2025, reflecting economic activity from previous months.

Texas February Sales Tax Revenue Report

The Texas Comptroller's office reported that state sales tax revenue for February 2026 totaled $4 billion, a 3.8 percent increase compared to February 2025. The report details revenue collections across various sectors, noting mixed performance in business-driven sectors but overall growth in consumer-driven sectors.

Texas Comptroller Distributes $1.2B in Local Sales Tax Revenue

The Texas Comptroller's office announced the distribution of $1.2 billion in local sales tax revenue for January 2026. This amount represents a 4.9% increase compared to January 2025 allocations, reflecting sales made in November 2025.

Alcoholic Beverages Tax Bulletins Discontinued

The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance has discontinued several tax bulletins related to alcoholic beverages as of March 31, 2021. These bulletins are no longer available, and businesses should refer to updated guidance for information on registration, filing, invoicing, and penalties.