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Codific sets 2026 priorities for boards on cyber risk

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Codific urges boards to prioritise preemptive cyber defence, identity and supply-chain control as 2026 scrutiny and rules tighten.
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ISACA to certify CMMC assessors in ANZ defence shift

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ISACA wins exclusive role certifying CMMC assessors and instructors, reshaping cyber standards for Australia and New Zealand defence suppliers.
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ISACA to lead CMMC credentials, reshaping defence cyber

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ISACA named global authority for US defence CMMC credentials, reshaping cyber standards for more than 200,000 suppliers worldwide.
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Oceania tech leaders face AI risks, regulation & workforce gaps in 2026

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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Tech leaders across Oceania face AI threats, regulatory challenges and workforce shortages as key tech priorities for 2026, ISACA research shows.
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AI-driven cyber threats top concern for Europe’s IT sector by 2026

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Over half of European IT pros see AI-driven cyber threats as the top concern for 2026, yet only 14% feel very prepared to handle these risks, ISACA finds.
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Hack The Box unveils Threat Range to boost SOC team resilience

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Hack The Box launches Threat Range, a team-focused cyber incident simulation platform to enhance SOC resilience against AI-driven cyber threats and complex attacks.
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Cybersecurity teams in Europe battle more attacks amid slow reforms

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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European cybersecurity teams face rising attacks despite slight budget and staff improvements, struggling to keep pace with growing threats and slow reforms.
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Australian firms cut cyber training despite rising threat levels

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Despite rising cyber threats and staff shortages, fewer Australian firms train non-security staff for cybersecurity, risking resilience amid growing attacks.
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Teens charged in SCATTERED SPIDER cyber attacks as experts warn of ongoing risks

Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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Two UK teenagers linked to SCATTERED SPIDER have been charged for cyberattacks disrupting Transport for London, amid ongoing global cyber threats.
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ISACA unveils AI security credential to boost cyber expertise

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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ISACA has launched the Advanced in AI Security Management credential to enhance cybersecurity expertise amid rising AI-driven threats.
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Jamie Norton named Vice Chair of ISACA board for 2025 to 2026

Tue, 5th Aug 2025
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Jamie Norton, CISO at the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, was appointed Vice Chair of ISACA's global board for 2025-2026, enhancing digital trust leadership.
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Exclusive: ISACA’s Chirag Joshi warns of 'shadow AI' crisis without risk management

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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81% of firms use AI, but only 28% have governance policies, exposing businesses to major operational and strategic risks, warns expert Chirag Joshi.
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Exclusive: Demand in cybersecurity skills surges as ANZ firms ditch complacency

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Demand for cybersecurity skills in Australia and New Zealand surges as companies shift from complacency to prioritise staff training amid rising digital threats.
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AI adoption in Europe outpaces workplace policies & training

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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AI use in European workplaces surges with 83% adoption, yet just 31% have formal policies, raising concerns over security and ethical risks.
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Organisations lag in AI policies & skills as workplace use surges

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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A global survey reveals 81% of staff use AI at work but only 28% of firms have formal AI policies, highlighting a critical gap in skills and risk management.
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Commvault boosts quantum-resilient security for data defence

Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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Commvault enhances data defence with new quantum-resilient encryption, helping customers protect sensitive information against future quantum threats.
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Cyberattack on Peter Green Chilled raises UK supply chain fears

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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UK food logistics firm Peter Green Chilled faces ransomware attack, threatening supply chains and client retailers like Tesco and Aldi amid rising cyber threats.
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ISACA launches first advanced AI audit certification for auditors

Tue, 20th May 2025
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ISACA launches the Advanced in AI Audit certification for experienced auditors, enhancing expertise in AI governance, risk, and auditing tools in evolving industries.
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She@Cyber launches free online cybersecurity training for women

Fri, 16th May 2025
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She@Cyber launches a Europe-wide free training programme to equip women and underrepresented groups with vital cybersecurity skills and boost sector diversity.
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UK warned cyber security efforts lag behind evolving threats

Sat, 10th May 2025
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UK experts warn ransomware tactics are advancing rapidly, pressuring government to overhaul cyber resilience amid rising attacks on public and private sectors.