Tag: cybersecurity
AI in the Wrong Hands: How Unregulated Technology Could Fuel Cybercrime
AI’s potential as a cybersecurity threat is being overlooked amid regulatory debates and innovation hype. As AI becomes more integrated into business operations, it also creates new vulnerabilities that existing security measures may not be prepared to handle. Aras Nazarovas of Cybernews reports... The recent AI summit in Paris pushed an optimistic vision of the technology’s potential,…
How to Check if a New Crypto Is Legit Before Investing
Photo by Jonas Leupe A new cryptocurrency can promise massive returns, but with scams and pump-and-dump schemes lurking, knowing how to separate a legitimate project from a risky one is essential. Many investors have lost money by jumping into hyped-up coins that vanish overnight. To avoid this, due diligence is crucial before putting any money…
UK data breach rate skyrockets: two accounts compromised every second
The UK ranks 9th globally with 57.3M breached accounts (previously 6th with 4.2M). The breach rate is 14 times higher than it was in 2023. 2 user accounts were breached in the UK every second throughout 2024. A new report from Surfshark reveals a dramatic surge in online account breaches in the UK during 2024.…
Cybersecurity expert demonstrates ease of phishing attacks
A cybersecurity expert has revealed just how simple it is to execute a phishing attack, comparing it to the ease of assembling flat-pack furniture. In a new video produced by NordPass, the expert walks through the process, from purchasing leaked emails on the dark web to creating a fake website and stealing credentials. The demonstration…
Teenagers targeted by scammers with tempting text offers
New research reveals that a quarter of British teens are falling victim to scam texts, with many lured in by enticing offers like fake job opportunities and exclusive deals. Virgin Media O2 reports blocking a staggering 168 million suspected fraudulent texts in the past two years, highlighting the growing threat to young people online. The…
UK users are neglecting app privacy, study finds
To coincide with Data Privacy Day on January 28, cybersecurity firm NordVPN unveils alarming trends in app usage habits. Over a quarter of Brits (28%) confess they blindly accept the terms of service for apps and online services. More than half (52%) admit to never reading policies on data collection and just under half (46%)…
Snapchat ‘failing to act on suicide and self harm content’, new Samsung Galaxy S25 leaks
The social media site Snapchat is "fundamentally failing to act on suicide and self-harm content", according to the Molly Rose Foundation. Just 2% of reported suicide and self-harm content on Snapchat was removed between January and July last year, according to Snapchat's latest transparency report. There were 289 posts relating to suicide and self-harm that were…
2024 worst year on record for commercial cyberattacks, claims Beaming
UK businesses encountered more than 753,341 malicious attempts each to breach their online and IT systems, on average, in 2024, according to an analysis by Beaming, a specialist business ISP. This attack level was four per cent higher than in 2023, making last year the worst ever for attempted cyberattacks, with businesses encountering a new…
UK government announces £1.9m funding to improve cyber skills and bolster defences
More than 30 projects to receive funding to deliver targeted support including training to boost cyber skills and new ways to protect businesses against cyber threats Located across England and Northern Ireland, the schemes will help protect the security of the UK’s digital economy and grow a pipeline of cyber talent Students to be put…
How to protect your financial information online?
In the digital age, protecting your financial information online is paramount. As we engage in various online activities—from shopping to banking—safeguarding sensitive data has become a top priority. With cybercriminals constantly developing new techniques to steal personal and financial details, it's crucial to stay informed about the best practices for maintaining privacy and security when…
