Siemens PLCs face active AI-powered threats as Marvell secures Google chip deal

U.S. law enforcement and intelligence agencies have issued a joint advisory warning of active, AI-powered threats targeting Siemens S7 series Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) used in critical infrastructure.

In semiconductor news, Marvell Technology has secured a significant deal with Google, potentially involving a $12.2 billion stake in custom AI chip production, which could impact data center capital planning.

Other notable developments include IBM introducing a new modular cryogenic design to connect superconducting quantum chips, and Google Cloud launching new services to provide customers with greater oversight regarding staff access to customer data.