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Vectra AI launches global scholarship for cybersecurity skills
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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Vectra AI has launched the Vectra AI Scholars Programme to tackle the cybersecurity skills shortage, inviting students globally to innovate using AI against cyber threats.
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UK manufacturing faces surge in AI-driven cyber threats
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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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.
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Sophos MDR services protect 26,000 organisations globally
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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Sophos has seen its Managed Detection and Response services grow by 37%, now safeguarding over 26,000 organisations worldwide amid rising cyber threats.
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Dotlines UK partners with Kenton for Audra Security UK
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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Dotlines UK has partnered with The Kenton Group to distribute Audra Security products, enhancing cybersecurity access for homes and small businesses across the UK.
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Cohesity expands cyber resilience with new IR partners
Fri, 10th Jan 2025
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Cohesity is boosting its Cyber Event Response Team services by partnering with firms like Palo Alto Networks and Sophos to enhance cyber resilience for clients.
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WatchGuard acquires ActZero to boost cybersecurity services
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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WatchGuard Technologies has acquired ActZero to enhance its Managed Detection and Response services, boosting cybersecurity capabilities for clients.
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Exabeam launches new security platform with Open API
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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Exabeam has unveiled its New-Scale Security Operations Platform, enhancing SOC team productivity through Open API compatibility and eliminating tool fragmentation.
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McAfee launches AI tool to detect & stop online scams
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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McAfee has unveiled its AI-powered Scam Detector, designed to combat online scams across text, email, and video platforms, enhancing consumer protection.
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Ransomware is doubling down — What you need to know about the recent surge
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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Ransomware attacks have surged by 100% from Q2 to Q3/2024, with the Magniber variant leading the charge, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
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S-RM partners with Distology to expand cyber incident services
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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S-RM has partnered with Distology to expand its cyber incident response services, bolstering cybersecurity across the UK and Europe.
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AI technology: A game changer for cybercriminals globally
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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A Kaspersky study reveals that 46% of security professionals believe AI technologies now underpin most cyberattacks, transforming the threat landscape for businesses.
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CloudSEK report reveals surge in complex cyber threats
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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CloudSEK's 2024 Threat Landscape Report reveals a staggering 994TB of data exfiltrated, with ransomware demands averaging over USD $2 million.
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Kaspersky warns of increasing threats from tampered NFC tags
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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Kaspersky warns of rising risks from hacked NFC tags, urging users to stay vigilant against potential phishing and malware threats as NFC adoption grows.
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Kaspersky achieves 100% scorecard in SE Labs tests for 2024
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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Kaspersky has achieved a groundbreaking 100% Total Accuracy Rating in SE Labs' 2024 cybersecurity tests, maintaining consistent excellence across all product ranges.
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Opswat acquires Fend to enhance cybersecurity for infrastructure
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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OPSWAT has acquired Fend, a cybersecurity firm, to expand its critical infrastructure protection capabilities, bolstering its data diode technology offerings.
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New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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Kaspersky has unveiled CookiePlus, a malware from North Korean hackers Lazarus, targeting nuclear and defence sectors amid threats of data theft.
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Data protection advancements expected to shape 2025 security
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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Andrew Eva of Assured Data Protection predicts significant advancements in backup and cybersecurity by 2025, highlighting ransomware as a major threat.
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N4L report showcases digital achievements in NZ schools
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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N4L's 2024 Annual Report reveals the company's strides in digital solutions, connecting over 900,000 users across New Zealand's schools and enhancing online safety.
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NCSC completes improvements post-IPAC cyber activity review
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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The National Cyber Security Centre has swiftly implemented all recommendations from a review addressing cyber threats targeting the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China.
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NCSC implements all improvements from cyber activity review
Tue, 24th Dec 2024
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The National Cyber Security Centre has swiftly implemented all recommendations from a review addressing cyber threats to Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China members.