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Cyber-extortion incidents surge as criminals target small firms
Ransomware

Cyber-extortion incidents surge as criminals target small firms

Cyber-extortion incidents rose 44.5% to 19,000 victims, with small firms targeted most amid a fragmented, global cybercrime landscape, warns Orange Cyberdefense.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
WISeKey expands satellite network to boost IoT cybersecurity
Space

WISeKey expands satellite network to boost IoT cybersecurity

WISeKey has expanded its satellite constellation via a SpaceX launch, enhancing secure global IoT connectivity with advanced post-quantum cybersecurity features.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
AI risks intensify cyber threats to critical infrastructure OT
IoT Security

AI risks intensify cyber threats to critical infrastructure OT

AI deployment in critical infrastructure raises cyber security risks as attackers exploit operational technology networks with advanced AI-driven tactics.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Agentic AI, quantum risks & evolving threats to define 2026
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Agentic AI, quantum risks & evolving threats to define 2026

KnowBe4 predicts agentic AI, quantum computing, and cybercrime evolution will reshape global cybersecurity and workforce practices in 2026.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
Cyber leaders fear rise in state attacks amid costly breaches
Malware

Cyber leaders fear rise in state attacks amid costly breaches

A survey reveals 88% of UK and US security leaders fear rising state-sponsored cyber attacks amid costly data breaches and operational risks.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
CISOs face AI, deep-fakes & regulatory minefield in 2026
Encryption

CISOs face AI, deep-fakes & regulatory minefield in 2026

In 2026, CISOs will confront growing AI risks, deep-fakes, geopolitical threats, and tougher regulations, demanding new strategies for business resilience.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Ransomware attacks peak during holidays & major business events
Cartech

Ransomware attacks peak during holidays & major business events

A global study reveals 52% of ransomware attacks strike during holidays, weekends, and major corporate events, exploiting reduced cybersecurity staffing.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025
Quobly & SEALSQ to embed post-quantum security in silicon
IoT Security

Quobly & SEALSQ to embed post-quantum security in silicon

Quobly and SEALSQ have partnered to embed post-quantum security into silicon quantum processors, enhancing hardware defences against future cyber threats.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Organisations struggle with non-human identity risks & AI demands
Data governance

Organisations struggle with non-human identity risks & AI demands

Organisations face rising risks from ungoverned non-human identities and AI demands, exposing them to cyber threats, regulatory pressure, and operational disruptions.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Critical Infrastructure stories

NCSC warns AI prompt injection could drive huge UK data breaches
DevOps

NCSC warns AI prompt injection could drive huge UK data breaches

UK cyber agency warns that misunderstanding AI prompt injection risks could trigger data breaches surpassing past SQL attacks in scale.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 9th Dec 2025
Xona & spotit partner to secure European critical infrastructure
Digital Transformation

Xona & spotit partner to secure European critical infrastructure

Xona and Belgian provider spotit have partnered to enhance secure remote access for Europe's critical infrastructure sectors, ensuring compliance and cybersecurity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Forward Edge-AI delivers quantum device, wins fifth security patent
Data Protection

Forward Edge-AI delivers quantum device, wins fifth security patent

Forward Edge-AI delivers Isidore Quantum device to Taiwan's National Central University, securing critical infrastructure with its fifth US patent in quantum-safe communications.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
ELES joins ENCS to bolster cyber defences for power grids
IoT Security

ELES joins ENCS to bolster cyber defences for power grids

Slovenia's transmission operator ELES has joined ENCS to boost cyber defences and enhance the security of Europe's interconnected power grids.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025
Gallagher wins supreme honours as export growth tops 32 percent
Agricultural Technology

Gallagher wins supreme honours as export growth tops 32 percent

Gallagher wins Supreme Award at NZ International Business Awards, boasting 32% export growth and aiming for NZD $1 billion global revenue soon.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025
Cybersecurity leaders criticise UK budget for neglecting resilience
Ransomware

Cybersecurity leaders criticise UK budget for neglecting resilience

UK cyber leaders criticise Budget for lacking dedicated cybersecurity funding, risking economic growth and resilience amid rising cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
Why cyber resilience is industrial resilience
Robotics

Why cyber resilience is industrial resilience

The UK's industrial resilience hinges on cyber security and STEM skills to secure critical infrastructure and safeguard national sovereignty amid digital threats.

By John Cullen • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
How managed service providers can help clients with CIRCIA
Security Operations Centres

How managed service providers can help clients with CIRCIA

U.S. MSPs can support critical infrastructure clients in meeting CIRCIA's 2026 cyber incident reporting rules, ensuring faster detection and compliance readiness.

By Greg Sullivan • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025