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Concerns rise over digital ID storage on phones in the UK
Physical Security

Concerns rise over digital ID storage on phones in the UK

A Thales survey reveals that one-third of UK residents are storing official ID on their phones, raising alarms over potential identity fraud.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Appdome unveils AI-driven defence for mobile threat management
Malware

Appdome unveils AI-driven defence for mobile threat management

Appdome has launched Threat Dynamics, an AI-enhanced mobile defence platform aimed at pre-emptive threat management for mobile businesses facing rising fraud.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

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Healthcare tops data breach incidents in 2024, surpassing finance
Ransomware

Healthcare tops data breach incidents in 2024, surpassing finance

Kroll's latest report reveals the healthcare sector was the most targeted by data breaches in 2024, accounting for 23% of all incidents, surpassing finance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Norton launches AI-powered scam protection globally
Phishing

Norton launches AI-powered scam protection globally

Norton has unveiled its AI-powered Genie Scam Protection, enhancing its Cyber Safety products to tackle the surge in scams, now accounting for 90% of cyberthreats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
artius.iD welcomes Jeffrey Keplar to advisory board
Physical Security

artius.iD welcomes Jeffrey Keplar to advisory board

Artius.iD has appointed Jeffrey Keplar to its Board of Strategic Advisors, aiming to bolster cybersecurity for global financial institutions amid rising digital threats.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Phishing campaign targets X accounts for crypto scams
Malware

Phishing campaign targets X accounts for crypto scams

Researchers at SentinelLabs have uncovered an active phishing campaign targeting high-profile X accounts to hijack credentials for cryptocurrency scams.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
AI-fuelled bank scams rise, impersonating officials with ease
Physical Security

AI-fuelled bank scams rise, impersonating officials with ease

A recent report reveals that criminals are increasingly employing artificial intelligence to enhance bank scams, making them harder to detect.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
KnowBe4 shares data protection tips for 2025 privacy focus
Data Protection

KnowBe4 shares data protection tips for 2025 privacy focus

On Data Privacy Day, KnowBe4 offers vital tips for individuals and organisations to enhance data security and regain control over personal information.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Sophos reveals new Microsoft Teams-related threat campaigns
Unified Communications

Sophos reveals new Microsoft Teams-related threat campaigns

Sophos X-Ops has uncovered two active cybercriminal campaigns exploiting Microsoft Office 365, with over 15 incidents reported in just three months.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries
Physical Security

Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries

Avast has launched its Secure Identity solution in 15 new countries, including the UK and Australia, in response to a surge in identity theft and data breaches.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers
Malware

New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers

Kaspersky has unveiled CookiePlus, a malware from North Korean hackers Lazarus, targeting nuclear and defence sectors amid threats of data theft.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024
Businesses must embrace forward-thinking cybersecurity solutions in 2025
Data Protection

Businesses must embrace forward-thinking cybersecurity solutions in 2025

As 2024 ends, businesses must prepare for turbulent shifts in cybersecurity, including AI's role and the threats posed by quantum computing.

By Christopher Hills • 5 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Experts warn of AI-driven scams mimicking familiar voices
Data Protection

Experts warn of AI-driven scams mimicking familiar voices

Experts warn that AI technology is making scams more sophisticated, with deepfakes and vishing threatening personal information and finances.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025
Physical Security

Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025

Gen's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 highlight a surge in identity theft and hyper-personalised scams driven by AI advancements and major breaches.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024

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Rise in online dating scams concerns in New Zealand
Physical Security

Rise in online dating scams concerns in New Zealand

A new Norton survey reveals alarming trends in online dating in New Zealand, with over half of users encountering scams on dating apps weekly.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
APDI consortium launched to tackle Asia-Pacific identity issues
Physical Security

APDI consortium launched to tackle Asia-Pacific identity issues

The Asia Pacific Digital Identity Consortium launched in Hakone, Japan, aiming to enhance digital identity solutions for 4.78 billion people across 36 nations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Sneaky scams to watch for this holiday season (and how to outsmart them)
Malware

Sneaky scams to watch for this holiday season (and how to outsmart them)

As the festive season approaches, shoppers must be vigilant against clever scams as cybercriminals target eager buyers with deceptive tactics.

By Sneha Banerjee • 5 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024