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UK firms to deploy AI agents despite risks & job losses ahead

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All UK firms surveyed plan to deploy AI agents within a year, with 65% expecting job cuts despite high risks and costly system failures reported.
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Non-human identities: The invisible security threat reshaping identity access management

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Non-human identities like bots and APIs outnumber humans 50:1, creating major security risks across Australian industries amid rising digital automation.
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Your Data deserves better

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Gallagher Security offers integrated data centre security solutions that enhance protection, operational efficiency and support sustainability goals globally.
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Most organisations neglect key security in rapid AI adoption

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Despite 89% piloting AI, 78% neglect core data security, leading to breaches largely from known vulnerabilities, warns new Tenable research.
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Retailers face surge in AI-driven cyber threats & supply chain risks

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Nearly half of retailers face rising AI-driven cyber attacks, with just 25% prepared for these sophisticated threats amid growing supply chain security concerns.
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UK retailers hit by surge in AI-powered phishing & vishing scams

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UK retailers like M&S and Harrods face soaring AI-driven phishing and vishing scams, with phone attacks rising 449% and losses hitting hundreds of millions.
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KeyData Cyber & CyberArk launch managed PAMaaS for enterprises

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KeyData Cyber and CyberArk have launched a subscription-based PAMaaS, offering managed privileged access security to ease enterprise cyber risks and compliance.
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User error named top IT problem as survey reveals odd mishaps

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A SolarWinds survey reveals user error as the top IT issue, disrupting work for 33% of global IT professionals surveyed.
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Defakto raises $30.75 million to secure non-human identities

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Defakto has raised $30.75 million to develop a platform securing non-human identities across enterprises, tackling risks from static credentials and AI agents.
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AI deployment delays rise as data security & accuracy issues grow

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AI deployment delays are increasing by up to 12 months as 75% of firms face data security breaches and accuracy issues, hindering progress globally.
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Wiz launches cloud incident response service for rapid recovery

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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Wiz has launched a cloud Incident Response service to help organisations quickly investigate, contain, and recover from security breaches in cloud environments.
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Wiz launches cloud incident response service to boost security

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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Wiz has introduced Wiz Incident Response, a new service to help organisations swiftly detect, contain, and recover from cloud security incidents using expert support and AI.
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CPS security risks rise amid global instability & supply chain shifts

Thu, 18th Sep 2025
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Nearly half of global CPS security professionals report rising cyber risks amid economic, geopolitical instability and supply chain shifts, Claroty research shows.
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Australian SMBs embrace AI but free tools heighten security risks

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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58% of Australian SMBs use AI, but many rely on free tools, raising data security risks amid low awareness of enterprise-grade solutions and hardware needs.
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SecurityScorecard acquires HyperComply to boost AI security

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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SecurityScorecard has acquired AI-driven HyperComply to enhance supply chain security with faster, automated vendor risk assessments and compliance management.
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Scalekit raises USD $5.5M to secure AI agents in enterprise IT

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Scalekit has secured USD $5.5m in seed funding to launch a developer toolkit that authenticates AI agents and protects enterprise IT systems.
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Cloud security gaps widen as skills & identity risks persist

Sat, 13th Sep 2025
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A global study reveals widening cloud security gaps driven by poor identity management and a critical shortage of skilled professionals in hybrid environments.
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Axios-driven phishing soars 241% as attackers bypass defences

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Phishing attacks using the Axios user agent surged 241% by August 2025, bypassing defences with Microsoft Direct Send to steal credentials at high rates.
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UK manufacturers face costly software failures amid digital push

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Six in ten UK manufacturers expect costly software failures in 2025 as digital delivery speeds up, risking annual losses of up to GBP £773,000.
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KnowBe4 unveils framework for people-centric cybersecurity culture

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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KnowBe4 unveils a new framework promoting a people-centric approach to cybersecurity, focusing on human risk management to boost security culture and reduce breaches.