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Picus Security warns of rising enterprise password breaches
Ransomware

Picus Security warns of rising enterprise password breaches

Picus Security's Blue Report 2025 reveals enterprise password breaches nearly doubled to 46%, exposing firms to greater cyber threats and ransomware risks.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Aug 2025
WiseBee raises USD $2.5m to boost AI cyber defence for mid-sized companies
Fintech

WiseBee raises USD $2.5m to boost AI cyber defence for mid-sized companies

WiseBee has raised USD $2.5 million to enhance its AI-driven cyber defence platform, targeting mid-sized firms across Europe and the US.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 9th Aug 2025
Black Kite unveils ASI for targeted third-party cyber risk
Ransomware

Black Kite unveils ASI for targeted third-party cyber risk

Black Kite has launched its Adversary Susceptibility Index to help firms spot which suppliers are most exposed to specific cyber threat actors, enhancing risk management.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 9th Aug 2025
How emerging technologies in critical infrastructure are expanding cyber risks
Unified Communications

How emerging technologies in critical infrastructure are expanding cyber risks

Emerging tech in critical infrastructure boosts automation but widens cyber risks, with attacks targeting unified platforms and unencrypted OT protocols.

By Michael Murphy • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025
Cricket-themed cybersecurity seminars tour five Australian cities
Security Information and Event Management

Cricket-themed cybersecurity seminars tour five Australian cities

ManageEngine's Shield NXG2025 cybersecurity seminars tour five Australian cricket stadiums this August, blending cricket themes with IAM and SIEM insights.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2025
Arctic Wolf grows channel network 140 percent in Australia, NZ
Customer Experience

Arctic Wolf grows channel network 140 percent in Australia, NZ

Arctic Wolf has boosted its channel network in Australia and New Zealand by 140%, driven by its AI-powered Aurora Platform and new security offerings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
Claroty & Google unite to boost OT & IT threat response
Digital Transformation

Claroty & Google unite to boost OT & IT threat response

Claroty partners with Google Security Operations to enhance threat detection and response across IT and operational technology environments.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
Armis surpasses USD $300 million in annual recurring revenue
Firewalls

Armis surpasses USD $300 million in annual recurring revenue

Armis has exceeded USD $300 million in annual recurring revenue, up from USD $200 million under 12 months ago, driven by global demand for its cybersecurity platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
AI-driven cyber attacks surge as APAC risk leaders feel unprepared
Disaster Recovery

AI-driven cyber attacks surge as APAC risk leaders feel unprepared

APAC faces a 29% rise in AI-driven cyber attacks, with 98% of risk leaders feeling unprepared to tackle the surge in fraud and tech disruptions.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 4th Aug 2025
The bouncer at the door: Protecting your network from within
Malware

The bouncer at the door: Protecting your network from within

Outdated network hardware poses a hidden threat, turning your vital security 'bouncer' into a vulnerability that invites cyber-attacks and data breaches.

By Debasish Mukherjee • 6 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Bitdefender launches advisory service to tackle security skills gap
Data Protection

Bitdefender launches advisory service to tackle security skills gap

Bitdefender has launched Cybersecurity Advisory Services to help businesses close skills gaps and strengthen security amid rising cyber threats and regulatory demands.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025

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Australian firms risk breaches as AI-driven threats outpace cyber readiness
Data Protection

Australian firms risk breaches as AI-driven threats outpace cyber readiness

Accenture warns 97% of Australian firms lack readiness against AI-driven cyber threats, far exceeding the 90% global average, risking costly breaches and data loss.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025
Upcover & Coalition unveil digital cyber insurance for SMBs
Risk & Compliance

Upcover & Coalition unveil digital cyber insurance for SMBs

Upcover partners with Coalition to launch a digital cyber insurance platform, swiftly protecting Australian SMBs and startups with tailored coverage online.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2025
UK leaders back ransomware bans but most would break rules
Ransomware

UK leaders back ransomware bans but most would break rules

While 99% of UK business leaders support a private-sector ban on ransomware payments, 75% would risk breaking it to save their firms from cyberattacks.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
Qualys launches Agentic AI agents to streamline cyber risk ops
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Qualys launches Agentic AI agents to streamline cyber risk ops

Qualys launches Agentic AI agents to automate cyber risk ops, offering real-time insights and autonomous remediation to cut costs and reduce threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Education & ownership vital to boost Australia's cyber resilience
Ransomware

Education & ownership vital to boost Australia's cyber resilience

Australia boosts cyber resilience through education, shared ownership, and preparedness, urging all citizens to embrace cyber security beyond just compliance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Illumio launches AI-powered Insights to boost cyber resilience
Firewalls

Illumio launches AI-powered Insights to boost cyber resilience

Illumio unveils AI-driven Insights to enhance cyber resilience by detecting and containing threats across hybrid and multi-cloud networks with real-time risk analysis.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025