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Kaspersky uncovers malicious WhatsApp mod spreading via Telegram
Malware

Kaspersky uncovers malicious WhatsApp mod spreading via Telegram

Kaspersky reveals a dangerous WhatsApp mod, dispersed via Telegram, that secretly installs malware impacting over 340,000 users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2023
EU aims to standardise digital IDs with personal data control by 2026
Encryption

EU aims to standardise digital IDs with personal data control by 2026

EU aims to standardise digital IDs with personal data control by 2026, moving away from cloud-based providers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
Gen Z & millennials: the most vulnerable to cybercrimes
Malware

Gen Z & millennials: the most vulnerable to cybercrimes

Gen Z and millennials, the digital era's major users, are most at risk of falling prey to cybercrimes, a study suggests.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2023
Private Internet Access expands global server network to 91 countries
Virtual Private Networks

Private Internet Access expands global server network to 91 countries

Private Internet Access (PIA) has expanded its global server network to 91 countries, strengthening its position in the cybersecurity sector.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023
Magecart web skimming threat targets food and retail
Cybersecurity

Magecart web skimming threat targets food and retail

New Magecart web skimming campaign targets food and retail websites, using advanced concealment techniques to hide malicious code.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023
Gartner: Security spending to reach $215 billion by 2024, bolstered by Cloud & AI
EduTech

Gartner: Security spending to reach $215 billion by 2024, bolstered by Cloud & AI

Cloud tech, AI, hybrid workforce, and evolving regulations will drive global security spending to $215 billion by 2024.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Sep 2023
Norton launches Secure Browser to halt cyber criminals
Data Protection

Norton launches Secure Browser to halt cyber criminals

Norton launches Norton Secure Browser to protect consumers from browser-based cyber threats and unwanted tracking.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Sep 2023
Verizon executive joins Quantum-Secure encryption company
Unified Communications

Verizon executive joins Quantum-Secure encryption company

Ken Dixon, CEO of Tillman FiberCo LLC, joins Qrypt as an advisor. Qrypt offers quantum-secure encryption solutions for telecommunications.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2023
Australians most nervous globally about AI – report
Artificial Intelligence

Australians most nervous globally about AI – report

Less than half of the nation trusts artificial intelligence, while only around 40% are excited about the AI revolution.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Thu, 13th Jul 2023
Cyber crime costing the world $8 trillion every year
Cybersecurity

Cyber crime costing the world $8 trillion every year

In the context of our technologically advanced society, the protection of personal data has emerged as a critical concern.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
UK and US 'data bridge' to extend Data Privacy Framework
Data Protection

UK and US 'data bridge' to extend Data Privacy Framework

UK and US to create 'data bridge' to facilitate free flow of personal data. Move aims to reduce costs and increase opportunities for businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Jun 2023
Check Point highlights new ChatGPT4.0 account theft concerns
Physical Security

Check Point highlights new ChatGPT4.0 account theft concerns

Check Point Research has identified a growing trend on the dark web and hacking underground involving the theft and sale of stolen ChatGPT Premium accounts.

By Gaurav Sharma • 5 min read • Mon, 17th Apr 2023
How to prevent dark web criminals profiting from your data
Cybersecurity

How to prevent dark web criminals profiting from your data

Dark web trade of stolen login details is booming, putting individuals and companies at serious risk. Action is needed to prevent it.

By Jon Inns • 6 min read • Wed, 15th Feb 2023

Stories from Other Regions

DerSecur offers free vulnerability checks at Govware event with DerScanner
Fintech

DerSecur offers free vulnerability checks at Govware event with DerScanner

DerSecur, a cybersecurity start-up, is offering a free vulnerability check for mobile and web apps at this year's Govware event in Singapore.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2023
GAIN LINE's suggestions for robust data security post Lyca Mobile attack
Storage

GAIN LINE's suggestions for robust data security post Lyca Mobile attack

Leading business consultancy, GAIN LINE, calls for stronger data security measures following recent cyber-attack on Lyca Mobile.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Oct 2023
Innovative UK cyber firm coc00n joins NCSC initiative to tackle national cyber threats
Risk & Compliance

Innovative UK cyber firm coc00n joins NCSC initiative to tackle national cyber threats

British cyber security tech firm, coc00n, has joined a programme by the National Cyber Security Centre to bolster the UK's cyber resilience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023
Yoti & Lloyds bank launch digital ID app amid rising identity fraud threat
Lloyd's of London

Yoti & Lloyds bank launch digital ID app amid rising identity fraud threat

UK's Yoti and Lloyds Bank introduce a digital ID app, the Lloyds Bank Smart-ID, to combat increasing ID fraud.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Oct 2023