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APAC Retailers Embrace AI Amid Shifting Consumer Preferences

Over a third of APAC consumers now use AI for shopping, boosting convenience and new brand discoveries, says Adyen's 2025 report.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Jun 2025

Crypto

Experts warn of surge in Google, Apple, Microsoft breaches

Experts warn of a rise in Chrome extension attacks and a breach exposing 184 million stolen log-ins, highlighting urgent cybersecurity risks worldwide.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 30th May 2025

Data Protection

ExtensionPedia launches with risk scores for 200K browser add-ons

LayerX Security launches ExtensionPedia, offering detailed risk scores for 200,000+ browser add-ons across Chrome, Edge, and Firefox to enhance user security.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025

Data Protection

Adidas data breach highlights supply chain risk for retailers

Adidas has suffered a data breach via a third-party provider, exposing customer information and highlighting rising cyber risks in retail supply chains.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025

Malware

Cloudflare, Microsoft & police disrupt global malware service

Cloudflare and Microsoft, with global law enforcement, have disrupted LummaC2, a major malware service stealing data worldwide and used for cybercrime.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025

Data Protection

Coinbase offers USD $20 million bounty after insider data breach

Coinbase says a data breach affected around 1% of users, with cybercriminals demanding a USD $20 million ransom, which was firmly rejected by the firm.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025

Phishing

First-party fraud now top global threat, outpacing scams

First-party fraud now tops global cyberattacks, rising to 36% of cases in 2024, according to LexisNexis Risk Solutions' Cybercrime Report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025

Unified Communications

FICO launches Marketplace to link firms with AI data partners

FICO has launched FICO Marketplace, a platform connecting businesses with data and analytics providers to boost AI-driven decision-making and operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025

Multi-factor authentication

Experts urge businesses to move beyond passwords for security

On World Password Day, experts urge moving beyond strong passwords to layered security, including MFA and AI, as 79% of attacks now bypass malware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025

Data Protection

Exclusive: How Greenbox tackles tech waste with data security focus

Wayne Angus, Country Manager of Greenbox, highlights the urgent need for data security and environmental sustainability in tech waste management across Australasia.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025

Physical Security

Cyber experts urge parental controls as teen online risks rise

Norton highlights the rising digital risks teens face, urging parents to use controls and communication for safer online experiences amid Netflix's Adolescence series.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Identity Theft stories

Phishing

AI-driven cyber scams surge as phishing & fake updates rise

AI-driven cyber scams soar globally with phishing up 466% and fake browser updates rising 1,700%, exposing millions to data breaches and financial theft.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025

Security Information and Event Management

Exclusive: Cyber expert Louise Hanna warns education, proactive strategies lacking

Cybersecurity expert Louise Hanna warns Australian organisations lack education and proactive strategies, urging caution amid AI hype and supply chain risks.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025

Data Protection

Legal Aid Agency cyber-attack exposes data of applicants

The Legal Aid Agency faced a major cyber-attack exposing data of hundreds of thousands of applicants, raising serious concerns over sensitive personal information security.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 20th May 2025

Physical Security

Willis names Leah Mooney as Pacific consulting head for cyber risk

Leah Mooney has been appointed Pacific Consulting Leader for Technology, Cyber and Privacy Risk at Willis, bringing over 20 years of expertise to the role.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Mon, 19th May 2025

Marketing Technologies

UK unveils £16 million plan to boost retail cyber defences

The UK Government launches £16 million cybersecurity boost for retailers amid rising attacks, including a high-profile Dior data breach affecting global customers.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025

Data Analytics

Entercard adopts FICO to boost fraud detection in Nordics

Entercard adopts FICO's AI-powered platform to enhance fraud detection and prevention across the Nordic region, improving security and customer experience.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025

Data Protection

UK retailers face £1 million daily losses after cyberattacks

Recent cyberattacks on UK retailers like M&S and Harrods threaten sales and trust, costing M&S up to GBP £1 million daily amid growing ecommerce risks.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 2 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025