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Unlocking the ingenuity of the crowd: Winning the war on cybercrime
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
Enterprises are prioritising security over digital transformation as cybercrime's global cost approaches USD $9.5 trillion. Is crowdsourced security the answer?.
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Enhanced cybersecurity measures urged by Software@Scale
3 days ago
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devops
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firewalls
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siem
Louis Droguett, CEO of Software@Scale, urges firms to bolster cybersecurity with multi-layered approaches as threats from groups like APT40 intensify.
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BGF invests GBP £5 million in Cardiff-based PureCyber
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edutech
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devops
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apm
BGF has invested GBP £5 million into Cardiff's PureCyber, a fast-growing cybersecurity firm, appointing Ben Marnham as Non-Executive Chair to spearhead further growth.
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BlueVoyant unveils new Cyber Defense Platform for enhanced security
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devops
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phishing
BlueVoyant has launched its new Cyber Defense Platform, combining various cybersecurity solutions into a unified, AI-driven, cloud-native system for improved organisational security.
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Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape
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malware
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ddos
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devops
The takedown of Qakbot offers a brief respite for cybersecurity teams but highlights the persistent, evolving threat landscape and the complexity of combating cybercrime.
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Businesses underprepared as data breaches soar 25% in 2023
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data protection
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devops
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encryption
A 25% surge in 2023 data breaches hit UK firms, with ransomware impacting 75%. Average breach costs GBP £3.4 million, but only 31% do risk assessments.
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Reactions to Ticketmaster data breach exposing 500 million users’ data
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phishing
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devops
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soc
Ticketmaster confirms a massive data breach affecting over 500 million customers, with personal information reportedly sold on the dark web. Experts call for urgent cybersecurity measures.
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Cyber risk is keeping the Australian enterprise on its toes
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ransomware
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siem
Australian organisations need to keep cyber risks in check to avoid incidents and liabilities.
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HackerOne launches PartnerOne for expanded cybersecurity access
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devops
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martech
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apm
HackerOne unveils PartnerOne, a new partner program, to simplify access to its human-powered security solutions, enhancing collaboration and revenue opportunities.
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WithSecure launches proactive cyber security tool at SPHERE event
Thu, 30th May 2024
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data protection
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devops
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apm
WithSecure unveils its new exposure management tool, aiming to shift businesses to proactive cyber security amid a 57% rise in cyber attacks across Europe.
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The problem with biometrics and the key things to consider
Tue, 21st May 2024
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devops
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surveillance
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biometrics
Biometrics promise secure authentication, but they aren't foolproof. Issues with accuracy, hacking, theft, privacy, and bias complicate their efficacy.
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NetSPI unveils unified platform bolstering proactive cybersecurity
Tue, 7th May 2024
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ransomware
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devops
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apm
NetSPI unveils a unified security platform featuring AI and automation to help businesses tackle exposure risk and security vulnerabilities proactively amid rising ransomware threats.
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ExpressVPN research raises awareness of DNS leak risks
Wed, 17th Apr 2024
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vpns
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devops
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apm
ExpressVPN highlights hidden DNS leak risks in a ground-breaking research paper, sparking industry-wide security implications.
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Cybersecurity services market to hit $445.3 billion by 2032
Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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devops
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malware
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casb
Rapid rise in cybercrimes forces urgent global reappraisal of security strategies in government, defence, and IT sectors amid projections of cybersecurity services market growing to $445.3bn by 2032.
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ICS partners with e2e-assure to enhance cyber security for SMEs
Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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ransomware
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devops
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partner programmes
Incursion Cyber Security partners with e2e-assure to bolster cyber defences of SMEs by integrating Detection and Response services, amidst a 200% surge in ransomware attacks in 2023.
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Telefónica Tech UK&I unveils NextDefense for future-proofed cybersecurity
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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devops
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
Telefónica Tech UK&I unveils NextDefense, a cybersecurity service brand aimed at aiding customers towards a secure digital future, leveraging its global Security Operations Centres network.
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Major coup for Mindgard with new VP from cybersecurity unicorn Snyk
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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devops
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application security
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advanced persistent threat protection
London-based cybersecurity firm Mindgard bolsters its ranks with the appointment of Benji Weber, former key leader at Snyk, as VP of Engineering to steer AI security solutions.
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Gallagher Security wins top OSPA award for second year running
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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firewalls
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devops
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network security
Warwick-based Gallagher Security has won the Outstanding Security Equipment Manufacturer Award for the second year at the 2024 OSPAs, recognised for its innovative approach to global security solutions.
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Earnix welcomes Daniel Shalom as new Chief Information Security Officer
Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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devops
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apm
Earnix bolsters cybersecurity with appointment of Daniel Shalom as new Chief Information Security Officer, leveraging his two-decade experience to fortify the firm's security strategy.
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'ResumeLooters' cyber-attack disrupts 65 companies across Asia-Pacific
Thu, 8th Feb 2024
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apm
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software development
'ResumeLooters' cybercrime campaign compromises 65 businesses in Asia-Pacific, exploiting weaknesses in job search and retail sites to steal and sell personal data of over 2 million individuals.