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UK firms confident on ransomware but face rising AI-driven risks

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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UK firms feel confident recovering from ransomware but face growing AI-driven risks and supply-chain vulnerabilities, reveals OpenText Cybersecurity survey.
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AI cybercrime surges as UK loses GBP £100 million to new scams

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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AI-powered cybercrime has surged in the UK, with new scams causing losses of nearly GBP £100 million amid deepfake and phishing attacks.
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Air IT Group focuses on automation to drive SME technology growth

Sat, 25th Oct 2025
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Air IT Group unveils a new automation-focused strategy and omnichannel platform to boost technology adoption and growth for UK SMEs facing economic pressures.
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Small businesses faster at fixing cyber flaws as AI risk grows

Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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Small businesses are remediating critical cyber vulnerabilities faster than larger firms amid rising AI-assisted cyber threats, reveals Intruder's 2025 report.
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NatWest boosts SME cyber resilience with NCRCG partnership

Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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NatWest partners with the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group to boost cyber security awareness for its staff supporting charities and SMEs across sectors.
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BookMyAdvert.com unveils UK's first self-serve TV ad platform

Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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BookMyAdvert.com launches UK's first self-serve TV ad platform, letting users book campaigns across major broadcasters and digital channels from 2p per view.
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Supply chain risks overwhelm cybersecurity leaders, report finds

Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
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A report reveals 60% of UK and US cybersecurity leaders find third-party supply chain risks overwhelming amid rising breaches and operational impacts.
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TA585 identified as key threat actor using advanced malware tools

Tue, 21st Oct 2025
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Proofpoint identifies TA585 as a cyber threat actor managing end-to-end attacks, deploying advanced malware like MonsterV2 to target finance firms globally.
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Wayflyer launches Hosted Capital to embed financing in apps

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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Wayflyer launches Hosted Capital, enabling platforms to embed finance offers directly into apps, boosting revenue and easing access to funding for businesses.
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SMEs urged to cut data & boost cyber defences as attacks rise

Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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SMEs in Australia and the UK face rising cyber threats; experts urge cutting data and boosting defences as attacks and costs escalate rapidly.
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NCSC urges boards to prioritise cyber resilience amid 130% rise

Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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The NCSC warns of a 130% surge in major cyberattacks, urging UK boards to prioritise cyber resilience and rapid recovery planning for critical operations.
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CyberSmart joins NCRCG to boost cyber resilience for UK SMEs

Tue, 14th Oct 2025
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CyberSmart has joined the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group as a National Ambassador to bolster cyberdefence for UK SMEs and their MSPs.
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Mobile wallets rise among young UK shoppers as card use persists

Fri, 10th Oct 2025
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Mobile wallets are gaining popularity with young UK shoppers, while older generations continue to prefer debit and credit cards for online purchases.
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Wallix unveils PAM Core to boost mid-sized firms' cybersecurity

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Wallix launches Wallix One PAM Core, a SaaS tool boosting mid-sized firms' cybersecurity by managing privileged access without major IT changes.
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SuiteWorld: Bero's blueprint for startups in a tough market

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Tom Holland's Bero brewery is thriving with an enterprise ERP from day one, proving tech foresight is key for startups in a challenging craft beer market.
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Employment Hero surpasses AUD $300 million ARR, eyes first profit

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Employment Hero surpasses AUD $300 million ARR and nears first profit, supporting 350,000 businesses with its integrated employment platform globally.
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Ekco boosts UK presence with Solsoft acquisition for SME growth

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Ekco expands its UK footprint by acquiring Solsoft, a Bristol-based MSP, to enhance services for SMEs across multiple industries and grow its workforce.
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Ecommpay & humm partner to boost UK retail finance for GBP £3,000

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Ecommpay teams up with humm to offer flexible finance up to GBP £3,000 for UK merchants, boosting sales in travel and high-value retail sectors.
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Aruga Cyber expands in UK with new AI defence & free tools

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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Aruga Cyber expands UK presence with new Luton office, AI-powered threat defence, and free Cyber Compass tool to boost cyber security access for all firms.
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AI speeds up 3D interior design as London firm cuts costs to GBP £1

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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London firm Duke of Design cuts 3D interior design costs to under GBP £1 and slashes rendering time from days to minutes using AI technology.