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Oracle launches defence ecosystem to boost security tech ties

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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Oracle has launched the Oracle Defense Ecosystem to enhance security tech collaboration and access to cloud and AI for US and allied defence sectors.
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Alex van Someren joins Paladin to boost cybersecurity advisory

Sat, 14th Jun 2025
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Cybersecurity expert Alex van Someren has joined Paladin Capital Group as Strategic Advisor to enhance guidance on global cyber and AI threats.
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UK taps Altana for AI supply chain platform in GBP £8m deal

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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The UK government awards Altana a GBP £8m contract to deliver an AI-driven supply chain platform, enhancing policy and security across multiple departments.
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Altia appoints Natalie Farr to drive EMEA sales & partnerships

Thu, 15th May 2025
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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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OpenAI forum explores how reasoning AI will shape global economics

Wed, 14th May 2025
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OpenAI's forum revealed how reasoning AI, like the new O-series models, is set to transform global economics, work, and international security strategies.
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Over 1,200 government devices lost or stolen across 2024

Thu, 8th May 2025
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Over 1,200 devices were reported lost or stolen across UK government departments in 2024, highlighting ongoing security challenges despite audits and efforts.
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PentenAmio merger targets secure global cyber defence growth

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Australian Penten and UK-based Amiosec merge to form PentenAmio, offering sovereign cybersecurity and electronic warfare tech, targeting Allied defence clients.
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Former CIA Chief George Tenet joins Illumio board to boost AI cybersecurity

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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George J. Tenet, ex-CIA Director, joins Illumio's board to boost focus on AI-driven breach containment in hybrid and multi-cloud cybersecurity.
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Future of CVE repository in doubt as MITRE contract ends

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Concerns rise as MITRE's contract to manage the CVE vulnerability database nears expiry, risking disruption to global cybersecurity infrastructure.
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Trend Micro explores Russian cyber underground's influence

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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Trend Micro's latest report unveils the evolution of the Russian-speaking cyber underground, revealing its impact on global cybercrime amid shifting geopolitical landscapes.
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UK's gas dependency poses strategic risks, report warns

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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A new report reveals the UK's reliance on gas has become its Achilles' heel, with indigenous production plummeting by 70% since 2000, heightening price risks.
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Logically partners with Databricks to enhance threat detection

Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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Logically has teamed up with Databricks to bolster organisations' defences against online threats, combining AI technology with data intelligence.
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Rising ICS/OT cyber threats due to budgetary imbalances

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.
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Data leak at Chinese firm reveals government monitoring

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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A data leak from TopSec, a Chinese cybersecurity firm, reveals its role in aiding the government's web monitoring efforts, according to SentinelLabs.
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Apple's removal of UK iCloud feature raises privacy fears

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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Apple's removal of the Advanced Data Protection feature from iCloud for UK users raises alarm over data security and privacy, with grave implications for the UK.
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New cyber incident severity scale launched by CMC in UK

Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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The Cyber Monitoring Centre has unveiled a groundbreaking severity scale for cyber incidents in the UK, aiming to enhance resilience and response strategies.
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Cybercrime surges as global threat to national security

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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Cybercrime has overtaken state-sponsored hacking as the main online threat, with healthcare and energy sectors particularly vulnerable, warns Google.
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UK unifies armed forces recruitment with Pega platform

Sun, 9th Feb 2025
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The UK government has launched a unified recruitment service for its armed forces, with Pega providing a digital platform to streamline the enlistment process.
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Palo Alto unveils quantum random number generation API

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Palo Alto Networks has unveiled a new Open API for quantum random number generation, partnering with Quantinuum to bolster cybersecurity as quantum tech evolves.
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CyberCX raises alarm on Chinese device security risks

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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CyberCX has warned consumers about the security dangers posed by Chinese-manufactured internet-connected devices after a compromised doorbell incident in Australia.