ICO stories

Over 1,200 devices were reported lost or stolen across UK government departments in 2024, highlighting ongoing security challenges despite audits and efforts.

Nearly 400 data breaches at UK Jobcentres in 2024 exposed personal details of jobseekers, raising serious concerns over data security and privacy.

A Dutch man has inadvertently sparked a data security alarm after buying hard drives packed with sensitive personal information at a flea market.

The ICO has launched investigations into TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur over data privacy issues concerning teenage users, sparking fears of increased scrutiny.

A recent report reveals a staggering 39% rise in data breaches within the UK's legal sector, compromising the personal details of nearly 8 million people.

The UK government is consulting on a plan to ban ransomware payments by public sector bodies, amid rising cyberattacks, particularly in healthcare.

Cybersecurity experts report a sharp rise in phishing attacks in 2024, with 94% of organisations affected and AI tactics in 67.4% of incidents.

The Information Commissioner's Office is urging organisations to share personal information responsibly to combat the UK's growing fraud crisis.

Oldham Council hit by cyberattack, exposing sensitive data; part of a broader wave across Greater Manchester, leaving thousands at risk of phishing scams.

NHS ransomware attack reveals critical cybersecurity flaws; software provider fined GBP £6m for data breach affecting 80,000 people.

NormCyber unveils a new Data Protection Risk Assessment service to help organisations uncover and fix data privacy gaps, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other regulations.

Research by Apricorn shows 63% of UK and US IT leaders fear mobile workers will cause data breaches, with 55% admitting deliberate security compromises.

Surge in spam and nuisance communications, particularly via email and digital platforms, revealed in latest Freedom of Information data from the ICO, raising concerns about consumer trust erosion.

A new report from the Computer and Communications Industry Association highlights the UK as Europe's leading digital economy, hosting major tech enterprises and attracting USD $30bn in 2022 tech-sector VC investment.

32% of UK security decision-makers surveyed reported their organization to the ICO for a data breach, according to Apricorn's annual research.

UK Data Breaches Continue to Put Millions at Risk, Costing Billions, Analysis Finds. Genuine data security lacking.

Ransomware is not a new phenomenon, but the scale of attacks has accelerated both in sophistication and frequency.

Kiwi tech stars are launching the world’s first blockchain platform for the multi-billion-dollar global online ratings and review industry.

Tim McNamara, founder of Hut34, shares insights on chatbots, IoT integration, and tackling Australia's blockchain talent drought in our exclusive interview.

UK companies face fines of up to GBP £500,000 for serious data breaches under new legislation, aiming to bolster compliance with the Data Protection Act.