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UK manufacturing faces surge in AI-driven cyber threats
Malware

UK manufacturing faces surge in AI-driven cyber threats

A study reveals UK manufacturing is facing a surge in AI-driven cyber threats, with a 50% rise in supply chain attacks now affecting 20% of businesses.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
iProov integrates biometrics with Microsoft Entra ID
Biometrics

iProov integrates biometrics with Microsoft Entra ID

iProov has integrated its biometric authentication platform with Microsoft Entra ID, enhancing security for over 345 million users against identity fraud.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024

Global Stories

Deepfakes stories

Deepfake threat looms for B2B marketing leaders, says report
Generative AI

Deepfake threat looms for B2B marketing leaders, says report

A Forrester report reveals deepfake technology poses urgent risks to B2B marketing, with 80% of firms unprepared for its threat to business integrity.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
VIPRE report reveals 90% of emails in 2024 were spam
Malware

VIPRE report reveals 90% of emails in 2024 were spam

VIPRE Security Group's annual report reveals over 90% of 7.2 billion processed emails in 2024 were spam, with ominous trends projected for 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Remote goods fraud to rise, eCommerce losses to hit $10B
Biometrics

Remote goods fraud to rise, eCommerce losses to hit $10B

A study by Juniper Research predicts a global 18% rise in remote physical goods fraud by 2025, with losses reaching USD $10 billion, driven by advanced tactics.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality
Malware

Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality

As cybersecurity predictions flood in for 2025, analysts warn against sensationalist claims, emphasising the dangers of AI in attacks like Business Email Compromise.

By Martin Zugec • 11 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
AI poised to transform banking with fraud prevention focus
Robotics

AI poised to transform banking with fraud prevention focus

Experts predict that 2025 will revolutionise AI in banking, enhancing fraud prevention, risk management, and customer experience, according to SAS.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025
Phishing attacks rise in 2024 with AI-driven tactics
Phishing

Phishing attacks rise in 2024 with AI-driven tactics

Cybersecurity experts report a sharp rise in phishing attacks in 2024, with 94% of organisations affected and AI tactics in 67.4% of incidents.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
Kyndryl forecasts 2025 cybersecurity focus on supply chains
Blockchain

Kyndryl forecasts 2025 cybersecurity focus on supply chains

Kyndryl's 2025 cybersecurity predictions highlight a growing focus on supply chain security in Australia amid escalating risks and regulatory pressures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
Exabeam forecasts AI to transform APAC cybersecurity by 2025
Malware

Exabeam forecasts AI to transform APAC cybersecurity by 2025

Exabeam predicts that by 2025, AI will significantly shift the cybersecurity landscape in APAC, making malware creation and deepfakes more accessible to attackers.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
WatchGuard predicts rise in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
Malware

WatchGuard predicts rise in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025

WatchGuard Technologies warns of a surge in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025, urging firms to adopt a proactive approach against evolving risks.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Bureau raises USD $30m Series B amid soaring fraud costs
Gaming

Bureau raises USD $30m Series B amid soaring fraud costs

Bureau has raised USD $30 million in a Series B funding round, aiming to tackle the global fraud crisis, which costs USD $486 billion each year.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Safety tech sector sees $6.3 billion investment rise
Generative AI

Safety tech sector sees $6.3 billion investment rise

Paladin Capital Group's latest report reveals global Safety Tech investment has surged to $6.3 billion, highlighting steady sector growth amid rising digital threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
LexisNexis to acquire IDVerse for advanced AI fraud tools
Customer Experience

LexisNexis to acquire IDVerse for advanced AI fraud tools

LexisNexis Risk Solutions has announced plans to acquire IDVerse, aiming to enhance its fraud management capabilities with AI-powered technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
TCS outlines 2025 cybersecurity focus on GenAI & cloud
Data Protection

TCS outlines 2025 cybersecurity focus on GenAI & cloud

Tata Consultancy Services has unveiled its 2025 Cybersecurity Outlook, prioritising GenAI, cloud security, and supply chain resilience to combat cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024

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The role of the board in shaping resilient cybersecurity strategies
Data Protection

The role of the board in shaping resilient cybersecurity strategies

As cyber attacks rise dramatically, boards are urged to take an active role in shaping effective cybersecurity strategies to safeguard organisations.

By Mark Baker • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Elastic Security's top three cybersecurity predictions for 2025
Malware

Elastic Security's top three cybersecurity predictions for 2025

In 2025, AI will be crucial in strengthening cybersecurity as threat actors become increasingly sophisticated, driving a surge in cyber incidents.

By Jake King • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024