National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

The National Institute of Standards and Technology is facing potential layoffs that may significantly impact its operations, particularly the US AI Safety Institute. The layoffs are part of broader federal spending cuts directed by the Trump administration. If executed, these cuts could affect around 500 employees, including technical experts and directors. The move also signals a shift in policy, deprioritizing AI safety in favor of AI opportunity, which may undermine the institute's capability to ensure the safety and reliability of artificial intelligence technologies.

Source: https://www.wired.com/story/the-national-institute-of-standards-and-technology-braces-for-mass-firings/

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"type": "Breach",
"date": "2/2025",
"severity": "60",
"impact": "3",
"explanation": "Attack with significant impact with internal employee data leaks"