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Insurance executives see opportunity in $1.8 trillion gap

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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A recent survey reveals that 79% of insurance executives feel a moral duty to address the USD $1.8 trillion global protection gap, viewing it as a key business opportunity.
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Healthcare tops data breach incidents in 2024, surpassing finance

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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ransomware
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physical security
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breach prevention
Kroll's latest report reveals the healthcare sector was the most targeted by data breaches in 2024, accounting for 23% of all incidents, surpassing finance.
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Businesses face growing threat from deepfake scams, Forrester warns

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
A Forrester Research report reveals that the rise of deepfake technology poses significant risks for businesses, with scams costing firms millions.
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Kaspersky blocks over 893 million phishing attempts in 2024

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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malware
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crypto
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blockchain
In 2024, Kaspersky blocked over 893 million phishing attempts, a 26% rise from 2023, as cybercriminals exploited trusted brand names to deceive users.
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Kapwork launches platform to streamline invoice factoring

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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it automation
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risk & compliance
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transparency
Kapwork has launched its innovative Kapwork Verify platform to automate invoice factoring, claiming a potential 20% cut in operational costs for businesses.
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Top mobile messaging disruptors unveiled for 2025

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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investment
Juniper Research has highlighted Sendbird, Front, and Sleekglow as top disruptors in the mobile messaging sector for 2025, aiming to challenge established players.
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Zendesk exploit allows phishing scams, CloudSEK reports

Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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endpoint protection
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phishing
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email security
CloudSEK's latest report reveals how cybercriminals exploit Zendesk's subdomain feature to create convincing phishing scams, risking brand trust and security.
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How malicious bots disrupt the holiday travel season

Sat, 28th Dec 2024
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
As Australian airlines brace for the bustling holiday season, they face a rising tide of malicious bots threatening customer trust and revenue.
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PayPal warns Aussies of risky shopping ahead of sales

Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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edutech
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email security
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payment technologies
PayPal's latest research reveals a 9% rise in risky shopping habits among Australians ahead of Boxing Day, raising alarm over potential scams.
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Businesses face $2.58 million in losses per hour from bots

Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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endpoint protection
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martech
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commerce systems
Cequence warns businesses could face average losses of USD $2.58 million per hour this December due to surging malicious bot traffic and fraud.
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LexisNexis to acquire IDVerse for advanced AI fraud tools

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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risk & compliance
LexisNexis Risk Solutions has announced plans to acquire IDVerse, aiming to enhance its fraud management capabilities with AI-powered technology.
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Experts warn of AI-driven threats to SaaS applications

Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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malware
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cloud security
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phishing
Cybersecurity experts at AppOmni warn that AI will empower attackers, making SaaS applications more vulnerable to sophisticated breaches in the coming years.
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Balancing AI advances with cybersecurity risks & caution

Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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data protection
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network security
As AI evolves in cybersecurity, industry leaders urge caution, balancing its benefits against risks, particularly in fraud and data protection.
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Global fraud attacks rise 19% amid AI exploitation

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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fraud
A new report reveals a staggering 19% rise in global fraud attacks, largely fuelled by AI exploitation, highlighting urgent need for improved detection measures.
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AI-driven fraud & deepfakes pose escalating global threat

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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phishing
The Entrust Cybersecurity Institute's 2025 report reveals AI-assisted fraud incidents surged, with deepfake attacks hitting every five minutes in 2024.
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Bitdefender unveils Scamio tool to tackle Discord scams

Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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malware
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phishing
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email security
Bitdefender has launched Scamio on Discord, a free tool designed to protect users from rising scams on the platform, which has over 200 million monthly users.
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New report reveals persistent API security breaches risk

Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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genai
A new Traceable AI report reveals 57% of organisations have suffered API breaches, highlighting significant flaws in current security measures.
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Trustwave highlights rising eCommerce threats in retail sector

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Trustwave's latest SpiderLabs report reveals a surge in cyber threats to the retail sector, urging heightened vigilance as the holiday shopping season approaches.
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Appdome named mobile security leader in five categories

Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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application security
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devsecops
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cybersecurity
Appdome has earned leader status in five new categories from G2, enhancing its reputation in mobile security and anti-fraud solutions.
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Singapore survey shows growing demand for mobile app security

Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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malware
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financial systems
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cybersecurity
A survey by Appdome and OWASP shows 80.7% of Singaporeans expect proactive anti-fraud measures in mobile apps, highlighting rising security demands.