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Canadian Space Agency funds groundbreaking QKD satellite test

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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The Canadian Space Agency has invested CAD $1.4 million in QEYnet to advance quantum key distribution technology, enhancing satellite data security.
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68% fail in urgent vulnerability management: report

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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A recent Swimlane report reveals that 68% of organisations fail to tackle critical vulnerability within 24 hours, shedding light on severe challenges in cybersecurity management.
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Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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As cybersecurity predictions flood in for 2025, analysts warn against sensationalist claims, emphasising the dangers of AI in attacks like Business Email Compromise.
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Vectra AI launches global scholarship in AI & cyber

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Vectra AI has unveiled the Vectra AI Scholars Program, offering scholarships and mentorship to inspire the next generation in AI and cybersecurity.
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CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
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Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024

Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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New research reveals the manufacturing sector was hit hardest by cyber attacks in Q3 2024, with 394 ransomware incidents accounting for 71% of all cases.
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Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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Zscaler's latest report reveals over 200 malicious apps in Google Play, urging organisations to enhance mobile security amid rising mobile threats.
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Cybercriminals target shoppers with 38 million phishing scams

Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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Cybercriminals launched over 38 million phishing attacks in 2024, with a 25% rise in threats targeting online retailers amid Black Friday sales.
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Cybersecurity advisory highlights top vulnerabilities of 2023

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Leading cybersecurity agencies have issued an advisory identifying frequently exploited vulnerabilities in 2023, urging enhanced security measures across sectors.
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American Water breach highlights infrastructure vulnerabilities

Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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American Water has reported a cybersecurity breach, highlighting the vulnerabilities threatening critical infrastructure such as water treatment facilities.
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Palo Alto Networks reveals surge in deepfake-driven scams

Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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Palo Alto Networks reveals the alarming rise of AI-generated deepfake scams targeting individuals and organisations, with hundreds of implicated domains.
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Survey reveals AI-led security critical for business growth

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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A survey by OpenText Cybersecurity reveals 92.5% of businesses see AI-led security as crucial for growth, with MSPs and MSSPs prioritising AI integration.
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Australian executives predict AI-driven business growth in 2024

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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A new survey by OpenText Cybersecurity reveals that 92.5% of Australian executives in MSPs and MSSPs foresee significant business growth driven by AI investments in the next year.
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Vipre highlights evolving email threats in Q1 2024 report

Tue, 14th May 2024
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VIPRE's Q1 2024 report reveals evolving email threats, with the US leading in spam origin and industries like manufacturing and government increasingly targeted.
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Trustifi enhances cybersecurity in Australia with new geofencing capabilities

Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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Trustifi has introduced geofencing capabilities to expand its MSSP offerings in Australia, complying with nationwide regulations; the AI-powered email security solutions take a robust stand against emerging cyber threats.
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CybeReady releases new Data Privacy Toolkit for CISOs

Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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Global security firm, CybeReady, introduces a free Data Privacy CISO Toolkit to support data protection initiatives, coinciding with Data Privacy Week.
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5G network security market to reach $16 billion by 2028

Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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A surge in cyber threats spurs 5G network security market's colossal growth to reach USD16 billion by 2028, a new study reveals.
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Commvault appoints Melissa Hathaway as Chair of Cyber Resilience Council

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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Commvault has appointed cybersecurity expert Melissa Hathaway to chair its Cyber Resilience Council, advising on security trends and threats.
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7.8% CAGR for critical infrastructure security till 2031: Adroit

Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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According to Adroit Market Research, the global critical infrastructure security market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.8% between 2021 and 2031.
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Ransomware prolific in first quarter of 2023 – report

Wed, 26th Apr 2023
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After a seemingly slow quarter of ransomware activity during the late-2022 holiday season, there was alarming surge of activity in the first quarter of 2023.