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Businesses face $2.58 million in losses per hour from bots
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commerce systems
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cybersecurity
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bots
Cequence warns businesses could face average losses of USD $2.58 million per hour this December due to surging malicious bot traffic and fraud.
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LexisNexis to acquire IDVerse for advanced AI fraud tools
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cx
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martech
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risk & compliance
LexisNexis Risk Solutions has announced plans to acquire IDVerse, aiming to enhance its fraud management capabilities with AI-powered technology.
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iProov integrates biometrics with Microsoft Entra ID
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biometrics
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mfa
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cybersecurity
iProov has integrated its biometric authentication platform with Microsoft Entra ID, enhancing security for over 345 million users against identity fraud.
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UK SMEs face heightened cyber threats from AI deepfakes
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it training
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advanced persistent threat protection
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fraud
A new survey reveals that 86% of UK SME employees fear rising cyber threats from AI and deepfakes, with many lacking confidence to identify risks.
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From deepfakes to ransomware: The key trends which will shape IT security in 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
As Australia braces for 2025, key IT security trends like deepfakes and ransomware require organisations to adapt swiftly to emerging threats.
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Experts warn of AI-driven threats to SaaS applications
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malware
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cloud security
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phishing
Cybersecurity experts at AppOmni warn that AI will empower attackers, making SaaS applications more vulnerable to sophisticated breaches in the coming years.
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Corporate Digital Identity: a tool to combat financial crime
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money laundering
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fraud
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financial institutions
Financial crime is set to cost global economies USD $485.6 billion in 2023, prompting calls for Corporate Digital Identity to enhance fraud prevention.
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Balancing AI advances with cybersecurity risks & caution
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
As AI evolves in cybersecurity, industry leaders urge caution, balancing its benefits against risks, particularly in fraud and data protection.
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NCSC warns of sophisticated scams during Black Friday
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data protection
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mfa
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phishing
The NCSC warns of a surge in sophisticated scams this Black Friday and Cyber Monday, with over 32,000 fraud reports and losses totalling GBP £30.4 million.
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ICO urges firms to responsibly share data to tackle fraud
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data protection
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email security
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data privacy
The Information Commissioner's Office is urging organisations to share personal information responsibly to combat the UK's growing fraud crisis.
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Global fraud attacks rise 19% amid AI exploitation
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collaboration
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fraud
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financial institutions
A new report reveals a staggering 19% rise in global fraud attacks, largely fuelled by AI exploitation, highlighting urgent need for improved detection measures.
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AI-driven fraud & deepfakes pose escalating global threat
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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phishing
The Entrust Cybersecurity Institute's 2025 report reveals AI-assisted fraud incidents surged, with deepfake attacks hitting every five minutes in 2024.
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Identity fraud in Europe surges by 150%, deepfakes on the rise
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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email security
Identity fraud in Europe has surged by 150% year-on-year, with deepfake use escalating sharply and businesses reporting widespread challenges.
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Social media scams cost Australian children AUD $129,700
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edutech
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gaming
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phishing
AUCyber reports that Australian children have lost over AUD $129,700 to social media scams this year, prompting calls for enhanced online safety measures.
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Bitdefender unveils Scamio tool to tackle Discord scams
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malware
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phishing
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email security
Bitdefender has launched Scamio on Discord, a free tool designed to protect users from rising scams on the platform, which has over 200 million monthly users.
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New report reveals persistent API security breaches risk
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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genai
A new Traceable AI report reveals 57% of organisations have suffered API breaches, highlighting significant flaws in current security measures.
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Trustwave highlights rising e-commerce threats in retail sector
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Trustwave's latest SpiderLabs report reveals a surge in cyber threats to the retail sector, urging heightened vigilance as the holiday shopping season approaches.
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Protect your mini-me: How to prevent child identity theft
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Worried about child identity theft? Our guide offers 10 steps on how to prevent child identity theft so you can safeguard your little one’s future.
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Deepfake scams target 29% of New Zealanders, costing millions
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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physical security
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email security
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genai
Research by Mastercard reveals nearly a third of New Zealanders and 18% of businesses have fallen victim to deepfake scams, costing millions over the past year.
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Illegal streaming triples cybercrime risk for Australians
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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physical security
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copyright
A new survey reveals that Australians using illegal streaming sites are three times more likely to fall victim to cybercrime, sparking health concerns.