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AI-based cyber threats amongst top concerns for C-suite
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30% of C-level executives consider AI-led cyber threats their top concern, prompting an uptick in cybersecurity hiring and investment in preventative measures.
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LG Magna e-Powertrain earns TV Rheinland's CSMS certification
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LG Magna e-Powertrain achieves global certification for its Cyber Security Management System, cementing compliance with impending UNECE WP.29 car cybersecurity regulations.
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Cybersecurity alerts surge 37% for UK SMBs in a year
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UK small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) experience a 37% surge in cybersecurity alerts, prompting a race against time as security professionals scramble to tackle daily threats, reveals Censornet.
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Flare acquires Foretrace marking TEM arena's notable M&A
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In a move marking the first M&A in the Threat Exposure Management (TEM) space, global leader Flare acquires US firm Foretrace, boosting their capabilities against cyber threats.
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Rubrik urges shift from data backup to cyber resilience
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Chief Product Officer at Rubrik, Anneka Gupta, emphasises the need for a cyber resilience era, combining threat posture and recovery, to counter increasingly successful disruptions by malicious actors.
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The imperative to go beyond backup, by focusing on cyber resilience & AI
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This World Backup Day Cohesity calls for a focus on cyber resilience & AI amid rising cyber threats.
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Cyber threats prompt UK industries to prioritise cybersecurity
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Rising UK cyber threats spark industry action, as 76% of industrial firms report more frequent, disruptive attacks, pushing cybersecurity to the top of the agenda.
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Bank of England increases IT spending amid criticism
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The Bank of England's IT spending has surged by 12% to £98.8m, eliciting criticism amid rising expenses on tech salaries and bonus payouts.
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Logicalis Australia acquires Microsoft's MXDR partner status
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Logicalis Australia, a leading provider of digital managed services, has acquired Microsoft's esteemed managed extended detection and response partner status, reinforcing its robust security capabilities.
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Check Point & Microsoft collaborate to boost AI cybersecurity
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Check Point Software Technologies forges strategic collaboration with Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service, marking a significant advance in AI-powered cybersecurity and lightening the workload for security teams.
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Brits lose GBP £1.2m to credit card fraud in 2022, says Uswitch report
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A report by Uswitch noted that UK citizens lost GBP £1.2 million to credit card fraud in 2022, with an emphasis on thefts in Ireland and America.
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Object First partners with Pedab for superior Veeam data protection
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Object First and Pedab come together to bolster data protection for Veeam users against cyber threats with a revolutionary out-of-the-box immutability backup storage system.
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Samsung Heavy Industries partners with Fortinet for maritime cybersecurity
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Samsung Heavy Industries and Fortinet partnership to strengthen maritime cybersecurity amid new mandatory requirements.
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APJ manufacturers face mounting API cyber threat, says Akamai
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Akamai's latest SOTI report reveals almost 15% of 2023 web attacks in the APJ region targeted APIs, particularly hitting manufacturers.
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CrowdStrike & HCLTech unite to boost managed security solutions
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Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike aims to bolster the digital security transformation of companies worldwide through a strategic alliance with tech giant HCLTech.
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Cybersecurity risks of legacy access control systems
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Dated access control systems pose increased cybersecurity threat, opening firms to cyberattacks and malware, potentially costing millions and damaging reputations.
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World Backup Day highlights importance of sustainable data practices
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In the run-up to World Backup Day, data storage giants emphasise the importance of secure, eco-friendly backup practices amid escalating AI deployment and sustainability concerns.
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ControlUp unveils Secure DX designed for endpoint device security
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ControlUp unveils Secure DX to bolster the security of endpoint devices in the wake of increasing cyber threats in remote and hybrid work settings.
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The role of change management in cybersecurity awareness education
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Imparting cybersecurity awareness as part of a wider change-management process can turn workers into robust defences against evolving threats.
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Cybercrime reports drop in NZ, but threats persist
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Despite a reported decrease in cybercrime incidents to CERT NZ in 2023, authorities warn persistent and evolving threats.
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Check Point & NVIDIA launch AI Cloud Protect solution
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Check Point Software collaborates with NVIDIA to launch 'Check Point AI Cloud Protect', a solution designed to increase security for AI cloud infrastructure.
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Heng Leong Hang adopts CyberArk platform for enhanced cybersecurity
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Taiwanese retail giant, Heng Leong Hang, enhances cyber defence with the integration of CyberArk's Identity Security Platform into its cyber security strategy to protect core systems and customer data.
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NormCyber unveils service to enhance cyber incident readiness
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NormCyber, a Fareham-based risk management firm, rolls out an Incident Response Readiness Assessment service to combat a 64% rise in cyber incidents by simulating attacks and fine-tuning their response.
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Wavelink partners with Garland Technology to bolster network security
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Wavelink forms strategic partnership with Garland Technology to offer partners extensive range of network visibility solutions, supporting robust cybersecurity measures amid rising cyber threats.