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Exclusive: SecurEnvoy's Michael Downs on MFA gaps and rising attack risks

Thu, 4th Dec 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
SecurEnvoy says flexible, phishing-resistant MFA is becoming essential as attackers increasingly exploit human error and regulatory pressure intensifies.
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Agentic AI, quantum risks & evolving threats to define 2026

Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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KnowBe4 predicts agentic AI, quantum computing, and cybercrime evolution will reshape global cybersecurity and workforce practices in 2026.
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Akamai & Zuplo partner to enhance AccuWeather API delivery

Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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edge computing
Akamai and Zuplo have teamed up to enhance AccuWeather's API delivery, speeding access and boosting reliability of weather data worldwide.
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Germany pioneers quantum-resistant ID cards for digital security

Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
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data protection
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encryption
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quantum computing
Germany is set to launch quantum-resistant ID cards, pioneering new cryptography to protect digital identities against future quantum computing threats.
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Brands race to embed NFC in packaging as consumers seek trust

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Brands rapidly adopt NFC packaging as 49% of consumers are willing to pay more for connected products offering transparency and authenticity.
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Edge or server? Choosing the best facial recognition architecture for access control systems

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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surveillance
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biometrics
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edge computing
Choosing between edge and server facial recognition architectures hinges on balancing performance, security, and connectivity for effective access control.
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AI inside the gates: Why AI is your next big cybersecurity risk

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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network security
AI agents inside networks pose a new cybersecurity risk as they operate autonomously without clear oversight, creating hidden insider threats for businesses.
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AI-powered fraud could cost firms USD $11.5 billion by 2027

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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AI-driven digital fraud, including deepfakes and fake personas, could cost firms USD $11.5 billion globally by 2027, outpacing traditional defences.
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Visa expands AI commerce framework with new security protocols

Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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iam
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data privacy
Visa has expanded its Intelligent Commerce framework in Asia Pacific, introducing new AI-driven payment security protocols for agentic commerce starting early 2026.
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Commvault enhances identity resilience with new Active Directory tools

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Commvault upgrades its Identity Resilience tools to swiftly detect and reverse malicious changes in Microsoft Active Directory, enhancing enterprise security.
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AI agents, biometrics & stablecoins to reshape payments by 2026

Wed, 12th Nov 2025
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biometrics
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blockchain
By 2026, AI agents will streamline one-third of B2B payments, while stablecoins and biometrics reshape global payment security and standards.
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Avalara launches Avi AI agents for secure automated tax compliance

Tue, 4th Nov 2025
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Avalara unveils Avi, a network of AI agents offering secure, automated tax compliance with human oversight and enterprise-grade security.
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Ping Identity to acquire Keyless, boosting privacy in biometrics

Fri, 31st Oct 2025
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biometrics
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cloud security
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iam
Ping Identity will acquire London-based Keyless to enhance its platform with privacy-preserving biometric authentication, boosting security and user privacy.
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Confluent launches advanced Streaming Agents to boost AI agility

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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physical security
Confluent unveils advanced Streaming Agents, enabling faster, real-time AI agent development with minimal coding and enhanced observability for enterprises.
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Data Zoo partners with Ping Identity for global verification data

Tue, 28th Oct 2025
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iam
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Data Zoo partners with Ping Identity to provide verified global data in PingOne Verify, boosting secure digital identity verification across 60+ countries.
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Yubico unveils post-quantum security keys & new digital identity features

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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quantum computing
Yubico unveils prototypes of post-quantum security keys and new digital identity features, enhancing authentication beyond passwords with stronger, privacy-focused tech.
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Zero Trust delivers security gains but AI adoption lags behind

Fri, 10th Oct 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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zero trust security
Research shows 83% of firms using Zero Trust cut security incidents, but only 30% adopt AI tools, hindered by legacy IT and integration challenges.
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Google Workspace isn't built to handle shadow SaaS

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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iam
Google Workspace's native tools struggle to manage unapproved SaaS apps, exposing firms to data risks amid rising shadow IT use.
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OpenID launches first global standards for real-time security alerts

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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data protection
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network security
The OpenID Foundation has launched the first global standards enabling real-time sharing of security alerts across digital identity systems, boosting online protection.
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Samsung appliances achieve IoT security certification from TÜV Nord

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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data protection
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encryption
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iot security
Samsung's digital appliances, including AI Jet Bot Steam and Bespoke Refrigerators, earn TÜV Nord IoT security certification, reinforcing smart home data protection.