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Business leaders warn of rising AI-driven cyber risks in 2025

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Most UK and European business leaders predict more complex cyber threats in 2025, driven by AI attacks, ransomware, and supply chain breaches, says Talan report.
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Ricoh urges UK firms to adopt ‘assume breach’ cyber approach

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Ricoh urges UK firms to adopt an ‘Assume Breach’ cyber approach, shifting focus to rapid response and recovery amid rising AI-driven attacks.
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AI-driven cyber threats top concern for Europe’s IT sector by 2026

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Over half of European IT pros see AI-driven cyber threats as the top concern for 2026, yet only 14% feel very prepared to handle these risks, ISACA finds.
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AI-driven mobile threats & human error reshape global security

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Verizon's Mobile Security Index reveals a surge in AI-driven mobile threats and human error, reshaping global organisational security risks in 2025.
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North Korean group uses blockchain to launch advanced malware

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A North Korean group has used blockchain-based EtherHiding to secretly deploy malware, targeting developers in tech and cryptocurrency sectors worldwide.
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Australia ranks high in cyberattacks as AI fuels new risks

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Australia ranks tenth globally for cyberattack frequency, with AI fueling a rise in ransomware and extortion, Microsoft reports in its 2025 Digital Defence Review.
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UK cyberattacks surge as leaders urge new security approaches

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UK cyberattacks have surged, prompting calls for revamped security and stricter supplier oversight amid escalating threats and costly breaches.
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Bitsight unveils AI tool to combat phishing & brand threats

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Bitsight launches Brand Intelligence, an AI tool to detect and swiftly tackle phishing and brand threats targeting companies and executives.
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Global scam attempts jump 65% as banks tackle new fraud risks

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Global scam attempts have surged 65% over the past year, with smishing rising tenfold as banks worldwide battle increasing fraud risks.
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Deepfake threat grows as public & business struggle to keep up

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Deepfake scams surge worldwide, with 49% of firms hit in 2024 as public and businesses struggle to spot convincing fake videos and audio.
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Our biggest security risk isn’t our software - it’s our thinking

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Cybersecurity’s biggest risk lies not in software flaws, but in uniform thinking; diversity of mind is key to stronger digital defences.
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Bitdefender launches global campaign to combat AI scam threats

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Bitdefender launches They Wear Our Faces campaign to fight AI-driven scams like deepfakes, warning consumers worldwide to stay alert and protect personal data.
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WhatsApp 'vote for my child' scam spreads across Europe

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A WhatsApp scam called 'Vote for my child' is spreading across Europe, tricking users into sharing codes and demanding money, warns Bitdefender.
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Varonis unveils Interceptor AI platform to combat email phishing

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Varonis launches Interceptor AI platform to swiftly detect and block sophisticated email phishing, strengthening defences against AI-driven social engineering attacks.
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Oracle issues urgent patch as Cl0p exploits suite flaw for attacks

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Oracle has issued an urgent patch for a critical flaw in its E-Business Suite, exploited by the Cl0p ransomware group using advanced social engineering tactics.
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Australian firms face new risks as AI & threats reshape cyber landscape

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Australian firms face rising cyber risks as AI reshapes threats; experts urge stronger resilience and real-time defences amid growing attacks on major organisations.
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Australian businesses overestimate cyber recovery as losses soar

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A survey reveals Australian businesses greatly overestimate cyber recovery abilities, facing frequent attacks and costly downtime amid rising AI-related risks.
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CISOs prioritise real-time visibility as AI reshapes cloud security

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CISOs worldwide prioritise real-time visibility and metadata to bolster cloud security amid rising AI-driven cyber threats and data volumes, says Gigamon.
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Jaguar Land Rover hit by cyberattack forcing UK production halt

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Jaguar Land Rover halted UK production after a major cyberattack disrupted operations and vehicle registrations at global sites and dealerships.
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BatShade: Vietnamese threat actor expands its digital operations

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Vietnamese threat actor BatShade targets job seekers with malware disguised as recruitment documents, using new tactics for stealth and persistent infection.