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European professionals show low confidence in data privacy
Data Protection

European professionals show low confidence in data privacy

A recent ISACA report reveals that only 38% of European professionals trust their organisations to protect sensitive data, highlighting severe privacy concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
UK unveils AI action plan with commitment of GBP £14 billion
Data Privacy

UK unveils AI action plan with commitment of GBP £14 billion

Keir Starmer's AI Opportunities Action Plan commits GBP £14 billion to transform UK public services, advancing AI adoption while addressing industry concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
ISACA report highlights gender gap in IT sector efforts
ISACA

ISACA report highlights gender gap in IT sector efforts

A recent ISACA report reveals only 41% of IT firms are boosting female recruitment, despite 87% recognising a significant gender representation issue.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
Lack of funding & staff weakens Europe's cybersecurity teams
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Lack of funding & staff weakens Europe's cybersecurity teams

ISACA's survey shows European cybersecurity teams are underfunded and understaffed, with 52% citing inadequate budgets, 61% lacking staff.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
IT professionals in Europe wary of AI misinformation risks
EduTech

IT professionals in Europe wary of AI misinformation risks

A survey by ISACA reveals that while European IT professionals see AI's potential benefits, significant concerns about detecting AI misinformation persist.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
New Labour government pledges investment in UK tech & cyber
Artificial Intelligence

New Labour government pledges investment in UK tech & cyber

The new Labour government's tech and cyber policies may present both challenges and opportunities amid heightened economic and cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024

Global Stories

ISACA stories

Nearly half exclude cybersecurity from AI projects, survey says
Marketing Technologies

Nearly half exclude cybersecurity from AI projects, survey says

A recent ISACA study reveals nearly half of companies in Oceania neglect cybersecurity teams in AI development, raising concerns over potential vulnerabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Global IT outage sparks chaos, calls for robust cybersecurity
Supply Chain

Global IT outage sparks chaos, calls for robust cybersecurity

A global IT outage linked to Crowdstrike's software has caused widespread chaos, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity across key sectors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance
Digital Transformation

Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance

A new ISACA report reveals organisations worldwide recognise the rising importance of digital trust but substantially underfund initiatives.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
AI study reveals knowledge gaps in global organisations
Generative AI

AI study reveals knowledge gaps in global organisations

Global poll by ISACA reveals 85% of digital trust professionals believe their AI skills need boosting and 40% of organisations lack AI training.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 10th May 2024
IWD 2024: Championing women in cybersecurity every step of the way
Cybersecurity

IWD 2024: Championing women in cybersecurity every step of the way

Amid a push for diversity in cybersecurity, experts highlight four key strategies to support women, potentially unlocking an additional $400 billion annually for the IT sector.

By Jo Stewart-Rattray • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

ISACA stories

New Zealand Women's network marks 5 years in security
Physical Security

New Zealand Women's network marks 5 years in security

The New Zealand Network for Women in Security celebrates its 5th anniversary, championing diversity and support for women in New Zealand's security sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
Australian cybersecurity roles increasingly stressful, says ISACA survey
Marketing Technologies

Australian cybersecurity roles increasingly stressful, says ISACA survey

Australian cybersecurity professionals face rising job stress amid increased threats and low budgets, with 53% anticipating a cyberattack within a year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
ACS & ISACA extend partnership to boost IT skills in Australia
EduTech

ACS & ISACA extend partnership to boost IT skills in Australia

The Australian Computer Society and ISACA have renewed their MoU to tackle the global IT skills shortage and enhance benefits for their combined 227,000 global members.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
ACS & ISACA extend partnership to address IT skills shortage
EduTech

ACS & ISACA extend partnership to address IT skills shortage

ACS and ISACA extend their MoU to boost member benefits and tackle the global IT skills shortage, aiming to enhance training, advocacy, and digital trust.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
Jamie Norton joins ISACA Board of Directors for 2024-2025 term
Displays

Jamie Norton joins ISACA Board of Directors for 2024-2025 term

Jamie Norton, an Australian cybersecurity veteran, joins ISACA's Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term, aiming to fortify global digital trust amidst growing cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
ISACA unveils Digital Trust Ecosystem Framework to support business resilience
Data Privacy

ISACA unveils Digital Trust Ecosystem Framework to support business resilience

ISACA unveils innovative Digital Trust Ecosystem Framework (DTEF), a global collaboration that enhances digital trust in businesses after four years in the making.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024