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Biden signs Executive Order to push AI-ready infrastructure
Network Infrastructure

Biden signs Executive Order to push AI-ready infrastructure

The US has announced ambitious plans to enhance AI and cybersecurity, unveiling an Executive Order by US President Joe Biden.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 18th Jan 2025
Open source software challenges predicted to continue in 2025
Endpoint Protection

Open source software challenges predicted to continue in 2025

Chris Hughes predicts that open source software adoption will grow in 2025, alongside sophisticated attacks and challenges in governance and security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
Kyndryl forecasts 2025 cybersecurity focus on supply chains
Blockchain

Kyndryl forecasts 2025 cybersecurity focus on supply chains

Kyndryl's 2025 cybersecurity predictions highlight a growing focus on supply chain security in Australia amid escalating risks and regulatory pressures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
Post-quantum cryptography gains traction across sectors
IoT Security

Post-quantum cryptography gains traction across sectors

Keyfactor foresees a pivotal shift in data security practices by 2025, driven by quantum computing advances and the adoption of post-quantum cryptography.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Ransomware report reveals evolving threat landscape in 2024
Malware

Ransomware report reveals evolving threat landscape in 2024

Dragos's latest report reveals a vibrant ransomware landscape for Q3 2024, marked by emerging groups, shifting tactics, and significant operational disruptions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
Cybersecurity in 2025: Tackling AI-driven phishing threats
Data Protection

Cybersecurity in 2025: Tackling AI-driven phishing threats

With rising cyber threats ahead of 2025, data security becomes a vital focus, warns Todd Moore of Thales, highlighting the growing risk of advanced phishing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise enhances cybersecurity features
Unified Communications

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise enhances cybersecurity features

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has unveiled enhanced cybersecurity features for its OmniPCX Enterprise Purple, ensuring compliance with the NIS 2 Directive in the EU.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Experts predict AI-driven cyber threats & defences by 2025
Data Protection

Experts predict AI-driven cyber threats & defences by 2025

Experts from BlueVoyant and KnowBe4 warn that cyber threats will evolve by 2025, urging firms to adopt AI and enhance security awareness.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Cybersecurity expert predicts AI & fraud threats for 2025
Phishing

Cybersecurity expert predicts AI & fraud threats for 2025

Matt Aldridge from OpenText Cybersecurity warns that enterprises must bolster their AI security measures in 2025 to combat evolving cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Palo Alto forecasts AI-driven cyber threats in APAC 2025
Firewalls

Palo Alto forecasts AI-driven cyber threats in APAC 2025

Palo Alto Networks forecasts a pivotal 2025 for APAC cybersecurity, spotlighting AI integration and rising threats from deepfakes and quantum computing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Cybersecurity predictions for Asia Pacific in 2025
Firewalls

Cybersecurity predictions for Asia Pacific in 2025

Palo Alto Networks reveals that by 2025, Asia Pacific organisations must unify cybersecurity platforms to combat rising AI-driven threats and deepfakes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
AI advancements in 2025 pose cybersecurity challenges
Data Protection

AI advancements in 2025 pose cybersecurity challenges

Predictions for 2025 signal a chaotic race for AI regulation, as cyber threats escalate, particularly targeting AI supply chains and critical infrastructure.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
HP launches Enterprise Security Edition for secure PCs
Data Protection

HP launches Enterprise Security Edition for secure PCs

HP unveils its Enterprise Security Edition, a suite to bolster physical security for business PCs amid rising threats in hybrid work environments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Accenture expands AI cybersecurity services & workforce
Supply Chain

Accenture expands AI cybersecurity services & workforce

Accenture has unveiled expanded generative AI-driven cybersecurity services to combat a staggering 223% rise in deepfake-related cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Cybersecurity trends 2025: AI, supply chains, resilience
Ransomware

Cybersecurity trends 2025: AI, supply chains, resilience

Experts from Semperis forecast that AI will dominate cybersecurity discussions in 2025, despite many attacks remaining basic and clunky.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Nozomi uncovers critical flaws in Advantech networks gear
Firewalls

Nozomi uncovers critical flaws in Advantech networks gear

Nozomi Networks has revealed serious vulnerabilities in Advantech's wireless access points, endangering the security of critical infrastructure across sectors.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Bruce & ACT! collaborate to secure climate investments
Supply Chain

Bruce & ACT! collaborate to secure climate investments

Bruce Security has partnered with Asian Climate Technologies VCC to bolster security for its US$13 billion ESG investment platform, enhancing growth and compliance.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Accenture enhances AI cybersecurity for Australia
Supply Chain

Accenture enhances AI cybersecurity for Australia

Accenture has expanded its generative-AI cybersecurity services to strengthen Australian businesses against a surge in advanced digital threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024