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Logitech CEO Advocates for AI Integration in Corporate Governance

Logitech’s new CEO Hanneke Faber has sparked industry conversation by suggesting AI agents should participate in every board meeting. The executive, known for her unconventional tech vision, believes these systems could eventually evolve into autonomous decision-makers. The proposal raises questions about privacy, data access, and the future role of human leadership in corporate governance.

AI Integration in Corporate Boardrooms

Logitech CEO Hanneke Faber has proposed integrating artificial intelligence agents into corporate board meetings, suggesting they could enhance productivity and decision-making processes. According to reports from Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Summit in Washington, Faber confirmed that Logitech already utilizes AI agents in “almost every meeting,” though current implementations primarily function as advanced note-taking systems.

Cybersecurity

Ransomware Incidents Surge 36% in Q3 2025, Reaching Record Highs Across Industries

Global ransomware attacks reached unprecedented levels in the third quarter of 2025, with 270 publicly disclosed incidents representing a 36% year-over-year increase. The manufacturing and healthcare sectors bore the brunt of attacks as cybercriminals targeted everything from major corporations to childcare facilities.

Ransomware Epidemic Worsens as Q3 Attacks Spike 36%

Global cyberattacks involving ransomware reached alarming new heights during the third quarter of 2025, with publicly disclosed incidents jumping 36% compared to the same period last year, according to reports from cybersecurity firm BlackFog. The analysis reveals 270 confirmed attacks between July and September, marking a staggering 335% increase since Q3 2020.

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CHIETA Announces New Governance Board and CEO Reappointment Amid Strong Performance Record

South Africa’s chemical sector education authority has undergone significant leadership changes with a new accounting authority board appointed by the Higher Education Minister. Yershen Pillay has been reappointed as chief executive officer until 2030 as the organization celebrates three consecutive clean audits and nationwide skills development impact.

Leadership Transition at Chemical Sector Education Authority

Sector education and training authority the Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) has appointed a new Accounting Authority board, according to recent reports. Sources indicate that Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela made the appointments effective September 30, marking a significant governance transition for the organization.