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BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.
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Cutting through complexity: How a unified approach can help safeguard IT systems

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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Australian organisations are grappling with complexity in cyber security, as 70% feel AI is outpacing their defenses amid rising AI-generated threats.
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Microsoft survey reveals online risks for Aussie teens

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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A Microsoft survey reveals that 64% of Australian teenagers faced online risks in 2024, with rising concerns over AI and digital safety among parents.
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Deepfake threat looms for B2B marketing leaders, says report

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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A Forrester report reveals deepfake technology poses urgent risks to B2B marketing, with 80% of firms unprepared for its threat to business integrity.
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VIPRE report reveals 90% of emails in 2024 were spam

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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VIPRE Security Group's annual report reveals over 90% of 7.2 billion processed emails in 2024 were spam, with ominous trends projected for 2025.
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Remote goods fraud to rise, eCommerce losses to hit $10B

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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A study by Juniper Research predicts a global 18% rise in remote physical goods fraud by 2025, with losses reaching USD $10 billion, driven by advanced tactics.
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Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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As cybersecurity predictions flood in for 2025, analysts warn against sensationalist claims, emphasising the dangers of AI in attacks like Business Email Compromise.
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AI poised to transform banking with fraud prevention focus

Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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Experts predict that 2025 will revolutionise AI in banking, enhancing fraud prevention, risk management, and customer experience, according to SAS.
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Phishing attacks rise in 2024 with AI-driven tactics

Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
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Cybersecurity experts report a sharp rise in phishing attacks in 2024, with 94% of organisations affected and AI tactics in 67.4% of incidents.
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Kyndryl forecasts 2025 cybersecurity focus on supply chains

Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
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Kyndryl's 2025 cybersecurity predictions highlight a growing focus on supply chain security in Australia amid escalating risks and regulatory pressures.
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Exabeam forecasts AI to transform APAC cybersecurity by 2025

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Exabeam predicts that by 2025, AI will significantly shift the cybersecurity landscape in APAC, making malware creation and deepfakes more accessible to attackers.
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WatchGuard predicts rise in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies warns of a surge in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025, urging firms to adopt a proactive approach against evolving risks.
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Bureau raises USD $30m Series B amid soaring fraud costs

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Bureau has raised USD $30 million in a Series B funding round, aiming to tackle the global fraud crisis, which costs USD $486 billion each year.
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Safety tech sector sees $6.3 billion investment rise

Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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Paladin Capital Group's latest report reveals global Safety Tech investment has surged to $6.3 billion, highlighting steady sector growth amid rising digital threats.
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Elastic Security's top three cybersecurity predictions for 2025

Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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In 2025, AI will be crucial in strengthening cybersecurity as threat actors become increasingly sophisticated, driving a surge in cyber incidents.
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LexisNexis to acquire IDVerse for advanced AI fraud tools

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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LexisNexis Risk Solutions has announced plans to acquire IDVerse, aiming to enhance its fraud management capabilities with AI-powered technology.
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TCS outlines 2025 cybersecurity focus on GenAI & cloud

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Tata Consultancy Services has unveiled its 2025 Cybersecurity Outlook, prioritising GenAI, cloud security, and supply chain resilience to combat cyber threats.
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Australians warned of '12 scams of Christmas' fraud risk

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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As the festive season approaches, Australians are urged to defend against a rise in online scams that exploit holiday shopping trends, warns AUCyber.
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AFP trials AI to improve operations & officer welfare

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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The Australian Federal Police is trialling artificial intelligence to enhance operations and officer well-being, collaborating with Microsoft to leverage technology responsibly.
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BlackBerry forecasts cybersecurity challenges for 2025

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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BlackBerry's David Wiseman warns of rising cybersecurity threats in Australia, predicting escalated challenges in 2025 linked to telecoms and political figures.