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Australians risk scams as poor cyber habits cost AUD $87,000

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Australians lost over AUD $87,000 to scams last year, with risky cyber habits like password reuse and oversharing on social media putting many at threat.
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Social media overtakes email as UK's top scam channel, study finds

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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New research reveals social media now leads as the top scam channel in the UK, overtaking email with 34% of incidents reported amid rising AI concerns.
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SOTI upgrades platform to boost retail device security & speed

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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SOTI upgrades its ONE Platform to enhance device security, speed, and operational visibility, helping retailers boost efficiency and meet rising consumer expectations.
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Norton extends AI scam protection to all users with new features

Tue, 4th Nov 2025
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Norton has launched its AI-powered Scam Protection globally for all Norton 360 and mobile users, enhancing defence against scams at no extra cost.
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Users spending up to $850 yearly on redundant and fragmented security apps

Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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Fragmented security apps cost users up to $850 yearly, exposing them to cyber risks and alert fatigue, says new study by Ontario Tech University and PureVPN.
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AI-driven mobile threats & human error reshape global security

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Verizon's Mobile Security Index reveals a surge in AI-driven mobile threats and human error, reshaping global organisational security risks in 2025.
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AI-powered phishing threats outpace business defences & SOC teams

Sat, 18th Oct 2025
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Generative AI boosts phishing and smishing attacks, forcing businesses to rethink security as AI-driven threats outpace traditional defences and SOC teams.
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Netskope expands Universal ZTNA for enhanced device security

Tue, 14th Oct 2025
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Netskope enhances its Universal ZTNA solution with AI-driven policy automation and extended device security for diverse IT and operational technology environments.
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SquareX wins top browser security solution award for 2025

Sat, 11th Oct 2025
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SquareX has won the 2025 Browser Security Solution of the Year award for its innovative platform that protects enterprises from complex browser threats.
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Deepfakes spark widespread fear as VerifyLabs unveils detection app

Fri, 10th Oct 2025
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VerifyLabs.AI reveals deepfake fears among Brits, especially youth, launching a detection app with up to 98% accuracy to combat AI-generated content threats.
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Norton rolls out AI deepfake scam protection for Intel PCs

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Norton launches AI deepfake scam detection on Intel Core Ultra PCs, offering real-time, on-device protection for Norton 360 users in key English-speaking countries.
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Organisations rethink mobile app security amid rising breaches

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Despite 93% confidence in defences, 62% of organisations faced mobile app breaches last year, prompting a shift towards proactive security in development.
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Broader Facebook malvertising hits android with crypto-stealing RAT

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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A Facebook malvertising campaign is targeting Android users in the EU with Brokewell malware disguised as a fake TradingView app to steal crypto assets.
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Jamf partners with Exclusive Networks to boost Apple security in UK

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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Jamf teams up with Exclusive Networks to expand Apple device security solutions across the UK and Ireland, meeting rising workplace demand for secure Apple environments.
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Browser flaw exposes passkey authentication to hijacking risk

Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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A browser flaw risks hijacking passkey authentication, threatening access to banking, shopping and SaaS accounts despite passkeys' security promise.
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Cyber criminals use split & nested QR codes to bypass security

Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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Cyber criminals exploit new split and nested QR code tactics in phishing attacks, bypassing traditional security to steal sensitive data, warns Barracuda.
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Google Cloud unveils advanced AI security tools & SOC updates

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Google Cloud launches new AI security tools and SOC updates to protect enterprises against AI threats and enhance threat detection efficiency.
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Claroty & Google unite to boost OT & IT threat response

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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Claroty partners with Google Security Operations to enhance threat detection and response across IT and operational technology environments.
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OWC Guardian SSD offers touchscreen security & fast transfers

Tue, 5th Aug 2025
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OWC Guardian SSD offers fast USB-C transfer speeds and touchscreen hardware encryption, ensuring secure, convenient data protection for professionals on the move.
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Norton launches AI deepfake detection for mobile in early rollout

Tue, 5th Aug 2025
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Norton has launched early access to AI-powered deepfake detection on mobile, helping users spot manipulated audio and video on Android and iOS devices.