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LexisNexis data breach exposes 364,000 personal records

Thu, 29th May 2025
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LexisNexis has suffered a data breach exposing personal details of over 364,000 people via a third-party software platform, raising security concerns.
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Drone Forge to launch DF Fleet 1, targeting USD $90.7bn market

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Drone Forge will launch its enterprise-grade DF Fleet 1 drone fleet in 2026, targeting the USD $90.7bn global drone market by 2030.
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DanaBot takedown highlights blurred lines in Russian cybercrime

Fri, 23rd May 2025
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cybersecurity
The US DOJ indicted Russian nationals behind DanaBot malware, linked to Russian intelligence and used for cybercrime, espionage, and attacks on Ukraine.
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Altia appoints Natalie Farr to drive EMEA sales & partnerships

Thu, 15th May 2025
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microsoft
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google
Altia names Natalie Farr as Director of Sales and Partnerships for EMEA to boost growth and deploy its new investigative platform across the region.
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Cyber experts urge resilience amid rise in sophisticated ransomware

Mon, 12th May 2025
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Organisations worldwide are urged to bolster defences as ransomware threats intensify, with attacks becoming more sophisticated and costly, experts warn.
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Cam QA Tool helps cut USD $59,000 costs in face recognition

Thu, 8th May 2025
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physical security
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digital entertainment
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ai
3DiVi's Cam QA Tool cuts face recognition costs by USD $59,000, improving camera setup accuracy and system performance in video analytics projects.
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Genetec plugin boosts vehicle investigation speed & insight

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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emergency communications
Genetec launches AutoVu ALPR Analysis Reports plugin to expedite vehicle forensics and help cops spot patterns, speeding up investigations globally.
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Windsor calls for total smartphone ban in UK schools

Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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education, learning & training
Lady Frederick Windsor urges banning smartphones in schools, citing risks to children's physical and emotional health amid new Ofcom online safety rules.
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Organisations increasingly refuse ransom demands, says DBIR report

Fri, 25th Apr 2025
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The Verizon DBIR reveals ransomware remains prevalent in 44% of breaches, yet 64% of firms now refuse to pay ransoms amid evolving cyberthreat tactics.
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Reconeyez appoints new leaders to drive global security growth

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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surveillance
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security industry
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critical infrastructure
Reconeyez appoints Gary Frith as Chief Revenue Officer and Andy Keeley as Marketing Director to boost global expansion of its AI-powered perimeter security solutions.
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Peter Young appointed CEO at leading tech firm Reconeyez

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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cloud services
Peter Young has been appointed CEO of Reconeyez, set to drive the firm's global growth with innovative AI technology in security and surveillance.
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UK Government to cut jobs, save GBP £2bn with AI use

Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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The UK Government's plan to cut civil service jobs and utilise AI aims to save over GBP £2 billion a year, sparking industry discussions on efficiency.
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LockBit takedown reshapes ransomware threat landscape

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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network security
Secureworks' Counter Threat Unit reveals a marked shift in the ransomware landscape, with LockBit's influence waning amidst coordinated law enforcement efforts.
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UK firms reluctant to report ransomware incidents, says study

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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email security
A report by Illumio reveals that 73% of UK organisations hesitate to report ransomware incidents, citing fears of exposure and financial repercussions.
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AbuSearch team wins award at SAS hackathon for AI project

Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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sas
A UK team, AbuSearch, has won a global hackathon's 'Data for Good' award for developing AI-driven solutions to combat online child sexual abuse.
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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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Cybercriminals mirror Black Friday with dark market deals

Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender has unveiled how cybercriminals mimic festive shopping habits, accessing dark markets for illicit goods, from fake IDs to narcotics.
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Ransomware-as-a-Service group BianLian opts for unique model

Sat, 23rd Nov 2024
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ransomware
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encryption
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risk & compliance
The BianLian data extortion group operates differently from typical ransomware gangs, showing remarkable adaptability in their operations, says expert Jason Baker.
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SURF unveils AI tool to combat growing deepfake threats

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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cybersecurity
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enterprise security
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law enforcement
SURF Security has launched its AI-powered deepfake detection tool, capable of identifying AI imitations with 98% accuracy, to combat rising deepfake threats.
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Meta dismantles over 2 million scam-linked accounts

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Meta has dismantled over two million accounts linked to global scam centres, collaborating with law enforcement to tackle sophisticated online fraud schemes.