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UK’s £2 billion AI plan spurs hope, but skills gap remains
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The UK’s GBP £2 billion AI plan ignites optimism for tech growth, but experts stress urgent need to close the widening AI skills gap across industries.
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Retailers urged to strengthen cybersecurity after global attacks
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Retailers worldwide face mounting cyber attacks, with experts urging stronger security and supply chain oversight after breaches at Adidas, Victoria's Secret and Cartier.
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Adidas data breach highlights supply chain risk for retailers
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Adidas has suffered a data breach via a third-party provider, exposing customer information and highlighting rising cyber risks in retail supply chains.
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Ransomware attacks down 31% but retail sector hit hard
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Global ransomware attacks fell 31% in April, but key UK retailers like M&S and Harrods faced disruptive incidents amid a complex cyber threat landscape.
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Cyberattack on Peter Green Chilled raises UK supply chain fears
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UK food logistics firm Peter Green Chilled faces ransomware attack, threatening supply chains and client retailers like Tesco and Aldi amid rising cyber threats.
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UK unveils £16 million plan to boost retail cyber defences
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The UK Government launches £16 million cybersecurity boost for retailers amid rising attacks, including a high-profile Dior data breach affecting global customers.
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Marks & Spencer cyber attack sparks customer data security fears
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Marks and Spencer’s recent ransomware attack exposed customer data, raising concerns over cyber security and highlighting the need for robust protection and swift response.
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International code targets responsible cyber intrusion use
Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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Seventeen countries, including the UK, France, Japan, and Italy, have adopted a new Code of Practice to regulate commercial cyber intrusion capabilities responsibly.
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UK unveils Cyber Security & Resilience Bill advancements
Mon, 7th Apr 2025
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The UK government has unveiled the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, aiming to bolster protections for critical infrastructure against rising cyber threats.
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NCC report reveals cyber threats to UK emergency services
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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A new NCC Group report reveals a worrying 15% rise in ransomware attacks on UK emergency services, with over 5,263 incidents recorded in 2024.
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Ransomware attacks rise 50% in February, Cl0p leads surge
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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Ransomware attacks surged by 50% in February, totalling 886 incidents, with cyber gang Cl0p responsible for 37%, according to NCC Group's report.
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Ransomware attacks reach record levels in January 2025
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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January witnessed an unprecedented rise in ransomware attacks, surging to 590 incidents, as NCC Group warns of escalating cyber threats amid global instability.
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Cyber report reveals record 5,263 ransomware attacks
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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A record 5,263 ransomware attacks were documented in 2024, according to NCC Group, raising serious concerns over cyber security vulnerabilities worldwide.
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Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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NCC Group's December 2024 threat report reveals a record 574 ransomware incidents, driven by new players like Funksec, signalling a turbulent cybersecurity landscape.
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Cybersecurity predictions warn of AI, quantum threats ahead
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Cybersecurity experts warn of rising threats, predicting a NotPetya-like incident due to AI, quantum advancements, and increased geopolitical tensions.
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Ransomware attacks rise by 19% in October according to NCC Group
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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Ransomware attacks surged 19% in October, totalling 486 incidents globally, as threat actors increasingly targeted critical infrastructure sectors.
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eBPF Foundation unveils security threat model & audit
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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The eBPF Foundation has unveiled two reports on eBPF security, including a threat model and a verifier code audit, aiming to enhance safe deployment.
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Record $75m ransom amid rise in ransomware attacks
Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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Ransomware attacks surged by 14% in August, with 450 incidents reported. RansomHub led with 72 attacks, and a record ransom of USD$75 million was paid.
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Mike Upton joins e2e-assure as Head of Public Sector
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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e2e-assure has named Mike Upton as Head of Public Sector to spearhead strategic cyber defence initiatives amid rising threats to UK Public Sector infrastructure.
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Ransomware attacks rise 20% in July, industrial sectors hit hardest
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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Ransomware attacks surged by 20% in July, targeting critical sectors like industry and healthcare, reports NCC Group, with North America facing 220 incidents.