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Cyber Security Bill aims to shield UK firms from GBP £2 billion losses
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber Security Bill aims to shield UK firms from GBP £2 billion losses

The UK's new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill targets protecting critical infrastructure and firms from cyberattacks causing GBP £2 billion in annual losses.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Hitachi & Radware launch AI cloud defence against DDoS attacks
Firewalls

Hitachi & Radware launch AI cloud defence against DDoS attacks

Hitachi Solutions and Radware have launched an AI-powered cloud service to protect Japanese firms from a sharp rise in sophisticated DDoS attacks targeting applications and APIs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Rockwell Automation launches SecureOT to boost industrial cybersecurity
Firewalls

Rockwell Automation launches SecureOT to boost industrial cybersecurity

Rockwell Automation launches SecureOT, a cybersecurity suite enhancing industrial safety by boosting asset visibility and compliance for operational technology systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
AI & ransomware reshape cyber threat landscape, report finds
Malware

AI & ransomware reshape cyber threat landscape, report finds

Rapid7's report reveals cyber threats evolving with AI-powered phishing, rising ransomware alliances, and faster exploitation of vulnerabilities worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
TeamViewer unveils Agentless Access for secure industrial control
Digital Transformation

TeamViewer unveils Agentless Access for secure industrial control

TeamViewer launches Agentless Access, enabling secure remote management of industrial systems without software installation, enhancing cybersecurity for manufacturers.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025
Barracuda unveils AI assistant to boost security team efficiency
Firewalls

Barracuda unveils AI assistant to boost security team efficiency

Barracuda Networks launches Barracuda Assistant, an AI tool boosting security teams' efficiency amid rising cyberattack complexity and volume.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025
Check Point scores 99.59% in top firewall security report by NSS
Firewalls

Check Point scores 99.59% in top firewall security report by NSS

Check Point topped NSS Labs' 2025 firewall report with a 99.59% security effectiveness score, leading in malware and exploit defence amid rising cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025
Retailers hit by ransomware face higher USD $2 million demands
Disaster Recovery

Retailers hit by ransomware face higher USD $2 million demands

Over half of retailers hit by ransomware have paid ransoms, with demands doubling to a median of USD $2 million, Sophos reports in its 2025 study.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
The upsurge and threats of self-reproducing AI
Malware

The upsurge and threats of self-reproducing AI

Self-replicating AI, though theoretical, poses ethical and security risks as experts urge strict controls to ensure safe, human-aligned development by 2024.

By Debasish Mukherjee • 5 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2025

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New UK cyber security bill to raise standards for all suppliers
Data Protection

New UK cyber security bill to raise standards for all suppliers

The UK Government's Cyber Security and Resilience Bill raises standards for over 900 suppliers, enhancing cyber defence across critical national infrastructure and supply chains.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Australian firms face world's highest cyberattack rate & losses
Data Protection

Australian firms face world's highest cyberattack rate & losses

Australian firms face world's highest rate of cyberattacks, with 85% suffering major impacts and many paying ransoms exceeding USD $1 million.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Exclusive: Google on AI-powered attacks & cyber threats in Australia
Malware

Exclusive: Google on AI-powered attacks & cyber threats in Australia

AI-driven cyber threats are escalating in Australia, with criminals deploying deepfakes and malware that evolves to bypass security, warns Google's Andrew Aston.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Mon, 10th Nov 2025
Cyber risks, regulation & talent shortages top 2025 concerns
Human Capital Management

Cyber risks, regulation & talent shortages top 2025 concerns

Australian businesses list cyber attacks, regulatory changes and talent shortages as top risks for 2025, per Aon's global risk survey highlighting local challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Exclusive: Kathryn Giudes explains why 'accountability' is the future of AI
Physical Security

Exclusive: Kathryn Giudes explains why 'accountability' is the future of AI

ORCA Opti's AI automation is revolutionising compliance and operations in defence, healthcare, and logistics by cutting costs and boosting cybersecurity.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2025
Exclusive: Rapid7's Craig Adams discusses AI's new role in defending cyberspace
Endpoint Protection

Exclusive: Rapid7's Craig Adams discusses AI's new role in defending cyberspace

As AI reshapes cyber defence, organisations adopt transparent, AI-driven tools to combat surging attacks and complex digital threats worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2025
Sarah Armstrong Smith to deliver keynotes on cyber resilience
Digital Transformation

Sarah Armstrong Smith to deliver keynotes on cyber resilience

Cybersecurity expert Sarah Armstrong Smith will deliver keynotes worldwide, sharing crisis insights to boost business resilience and innovation from 2025.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Nov 2025
UK small businesses face surge in cyberattacks as BT acts
Firewalls

UK small businesses face surge in cyberattacks as BT acts

UK small businesses face a 300% rise in daily cyber scans, prompting BT to launch AI-powered antivirus to shield SMEs from growing cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Nov 2025