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Small businesses faster at fixing cyber flaws as AI risk grows
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Small businesses faster at fixing cyber flaws as AI risk grows

Small businesses are remediating critical cyber vulnerabilities faster than larger firms amid rising AI-assisted cyber threats, reveals Intruder's 2025 report.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Oct 2025
Cyberattacks exploit AI tools, deepfakes & critical software flaws
Cloud Access Security Broker

Cyberattacks exploit AI tools, deepfakes & critical software flaws

Cyberattackers exploit AI tools, deepfakes and software flaws like Chrome extensions and Redis to breach enterprise systems and threaten executives.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Google Workspace isn't built to handle shadow SaaS
Cloud Security

Google Workspace isn't built to handle shadow SaaS

Google Workspace's native tools struggle to manage unapproved SaaS apps, exposing firms to data risks amid rising shadow IT use.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
RecordPoint launches free tool to tackle shadow AI at work
Cloud Access Security Broker

RecordPoint launches free tool to tackle shadow AI at work

RecordPoint has launched RexCommand, a free tool to help organisations manage and govern AI use, tackling risks from unauthorised 'shadow AI' at work.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Cybersecurity in 2025: Focus where it matters
Cloud Security

Cybersecurity in 2025: Focus where it matters

In 2025, cybersecurity centres on layered data protection, privacy compliance, shadow IT control and responsible AI to safeguard trust and resilience in organisations.

By Prashant Mohan Naik • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
WatchGuard launches FireCloud Total Access for Zero Trust SASE
Firewalls

WatchGuard launches FireCloud Total Access for Zero Trust SASE

WatchGuard launches FireCloud Total Access, a hybrid SASE service offering Zero Trust security for MSPs and IT teams to protect remote and hybrid workforces.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025
One in four UK & US firms hit by AI data poisoning attacks
Phishing

One in four UK & US firms hit by AI data poisoning attacks

One in four UK and US firms suffered AI data poisoning attacks last year, risking system integrity and highlighting urgent security challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
Lancom Technology launches AI services to boost safe adoption in ANZ
Partner Programmes

Lancom Technology launches AI services to boost safe adoption in ANZ

Lancom Technology launches AI services in Australia and New Zealand to help firms adopt AI safely, managing risks and boosting business growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
Gen Z urges workplaces to adopt visual & AI-first tools
Digital Transformation

Gen Z urges workplaces to adopt visual & AI-first tools

Gen Z professionals urge UK workplaces to adopt visual, AI-powered collaboration tools, citing improved creativity and communication efficiency.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
Exclusive: Netskope's Tony Burnside on why AI guardrails are vital for security shift
Firewalls

Exclusive: Netskope's Tony Burnside on why AI guardrails are vital for security shift

Netskope's APJ chief Tony Burnside warns AI guardrails and network control are crucial as cyber threats rise with cloud and AI use surging globally.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Sep 2025
Calero launches SaaS tool to cut costs & tackle shadow IT
Digital Transformation

Calero launches SaaS tool to cut costs & tackle shadow IT

Calero has launched a new SaaS management tool to help IT leaders cut costs and tackle shadow IT by improving visibility, control, and optimisation of cloud apps.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025
Nearly half of UK firms hit by breaches from unmanaged devices
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Nearly half of UK firms hit by breaches from unmanaged devices

Nearly half of UK firms faced data breaches last year due to unmanaged devices, revealing major security gaps amid growing hybrid work and shadow IT use.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Jul 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Three-quarters of consumers more worried about cybersecurity, survey finds
Firewalls

Three-quarters of consumers more worried about cybersecurity, survey finds

A Mastercard survey finds 76% of consumers are more anxious about cybersecurity in 2025, driven by AI-powered phishing attacks and evolving digital threats.

By Ulrike Niemann • 5 min read • Fri, 31st Oct 2025
Australia's cyber security landscape is changing - here's what businesses think
Firewalls

Australia's cyber security landscape is changing - here's what businesses think

Australian businesses face a cyber security 'perfect storm' in 2025 as AI, stricter rules and smarter attacks reshape risk and defence strategies.

By Dan McLean • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Exclusive: LastPass CEO warns password industry must evolve
Encryption

Exclusive: LastPass CEO warns password industry must evolve

LastPass CEO Kareem highlights how evolving password management balances robust security with usability amid rising cyber threats and regulatory pressures.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Exclusive: Hicksons Lawyers boosts security with Netskope partnership
Data Protection

Exclusive: Hicksons Lawyers boosts security with Netskope partnership

Australian law firms like Hicksons Lawyers are boosting cloud security with advanced tech amid rising cyberattacks targeting sensitive client data globally.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 20th Aug 2025
Delinea Iris AI enhances identity security with real-time auditing
Firewalls

Delinea Iris AI enhances identity security with real-time auditing

Delinea has launched Iris AI, an AI-driven engine enhancing identity security with real-time behavioural authorisation and automated auditing for hybrid work environments.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025