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Concerns rise over digital ID storage on phones in the UK
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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A Thales survey reveals that one-third of UK residents are storing official ID on their phones, raising alarms over potential identity fraud.
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artius.iD welcomes Jeffrey Keplar to advisory board
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Artius.iD has appointed Jeffrey Keplar to its Board of Strategic Advisors, aiming to bolster cybersecurity for global financial institutions amid rising digital threats.
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Rise in online dating scams concerns in New Zealand
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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A new Norton survey reveals alarming trends in online dating in New Zealand, with over half of users encountering scams on dating apps weekly.
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Phishing campaign targets X accounts for crypto scams
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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Researchers at SentinelLabs have uncovered an active phishing campaign targeting high-profile X accounts to hijack credentials for cryptocurrency scams.
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AI-fuelled bank scams rise, impersonating officials with ease
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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A recent report reveals that criminals are increasingly employing artificial intelligence to enhance bank scams, making them harder to detect.
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KnowBe4 shares data protection tips for 2025 privacy focus
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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On Data Privacy Day, KnowBe4 offers vital tips for individuals and organisations to enhance data security and regain control over personal information.
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Sophos reveals new Microsoft Teams-related threat campaigns
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Sophos X-Ops has uncovered two active cybercriminal campaigns exploiting Microsoft Office 365, with over 15 incidents reported in just three months.
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Appdome unveils AI-driven defence for mobile threat management
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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Appdome has launched Threat Dynamics, an AI-enhanced mobile defence platform aimed at pre-emptive threat management for mobile businesses facing rising fraud.
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Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Avast has launched its Secure Identity solution in 15 new countries, including the UK and Australia, in response to a surge in identity theft and data breaches.
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New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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Kaspersky has unveiled CookiePlus, a malware from North Korean hackers Lazarus, targeting nuclear and defence sectors amid threats of data theft.
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APDI consortium launched to tackle Asia-Pacific identity issues
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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The Asia Pacific Digital Identity Consortium launched in Hakone, Japan, aiming to enhance digital identity solutions for 4.78 billion people across 36 nations.
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Sneaky scams to watch for this holiday season (and how to outsmart them)
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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As the festive season approaches, shoppers must be vigilant against clever scams as cybercriminals target eager buyers with deceptive tactics.
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Businesses must embrace forward-thinking cybersecurity solutions in 2025
Tue, 10th Dec 2024
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As 2024 ends, businesses must prepare for turbulent shifts in cybersecurity, including AI's role and the threats posed by quantum computing.
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Experts warn of AI-driven scams mimicking familiar voices
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Experts warn that AI technology is making scams more sophisticated, with deepfakes and vishing threatening personal information and finances.
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Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Gen's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 highlight a surge in identity theft and hyper-personalised scams driven by AI advancements and major breaches.
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Cybersecurity in 2025: AI threats & zero trust focus
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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As 2025 approaches, cybersecurity experts warn of heightened threats from advanced AI and geopolitical tensions, urging organisations to innovate for resilience.
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AI's evolving role in ANZ cybersecurity: 2025 outlook
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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Vectra AI's 2025 predictions highlight the critical role of AI in cybersecurity for Australia and New Zealand, emphasising the need for measurable outcomes.
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Why identity management is an essential investment for Australian financial services providers in 2025
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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Allaying rising concerns about privacy and security is critical for organisations and institutions that want to survive and thrive.
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Australians warned of increased risk of online scams
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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As shoppers gear up for the festive season, Australians are being cautioned about a rise in online scams amid a forecasted spend of AUD $11.8 billion.
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Cybercriminals target Olympic Games & concerts in 2024
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Cybercriminals are exploiting major events like the EUROs and Valentine's Day with phishing attacks, prompting warnings for heightened consumer vigilance.