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Dragos report reveals rise in industrial cyber threats

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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Dragos has reported an alarming 87% rise in ransomware attacks on industrial organisations, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in operational technology and infrastructure.
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Peter Alexander named new CMO at Barracuda Networks

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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Barracuda Networks has appointed Peter Alexander as Chief Marketing Officer to lead its market growth strategy and enhance cybersecurity solutions amid rising demand.
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QuSecure raises USD $28 million to boost quantum security

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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QuSecure has successfully raised USD $28 million in a Series A funding round aimed at bolstering its post-quantum cryptography solutions and client expansion.
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Veeam adds Hyper-V support to data platform premium edition

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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Veeam Software has unveiled orchestration features for Microsoft Hyper-V within its Data Platform Premium, enhancing disaster recovery and migration processes.
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Barracuda reports fourfold rise in ransomware threats 2024

Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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A report by Barracuda Networks reveals a staggering fourfold rise in ransomware threats in 2024, driven by the proliferation of Ransomware-as-a-Service platforms.
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Commvault launches secure cloud solution with CIS images

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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Commvault has launched an innovative solution with CIS-hardened images for cloud deployment, enhancing security and compliance across major platforms.
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How IT security is evolving from products to enabler

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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As businesses navigate digital transformation, CISOs are urged to shift focus from mere defence to strategic enablers, driving operational growth and resilience.
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Quest launches new solutions for cyber resilience boost

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Quest Software has launched two innovative solutions, Security Guardian Shields Up and Disaster Recovery for Identity, to bolster cyber resilience against daily identity attacks.
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Pure Storage unveils an upgraded reseller partner programme

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Pure Storage has launched an upgraded Reseller Partner Programme designed to boost profitability for partners and address the growing demand for flash technology.
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Cyber report reveals record 5,263 ransomware attacks

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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A record 5,263 ransomware attacks were documented in 2024, according to NCC Group, raising serious concerns over cyber security vulnerabilities worldwide.
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Cyber experts urge proactive data protection strategies

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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With Data Privacy Day on the horizon, experts stress the urgent need for organisations to bolster data protection amid rising cyber threats and evolving technologies.
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BackBox unveils network platform, reports record profits

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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BackBox has launched its Network Cyber Resilience Platform and reported record profits in 2024, marking a historic financial success for the firm.
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Cybersecurity in 2025: A Landscape of Evolving Threats and Strategic Shifts

Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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As 2025 approaches, businesses face an evolving cybersecurity landscape marked by geopolitical tensions and sophisticated cybercrime threats, demanding urgent strategies.
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Semperis & iC Consult expand partnership to UK market

Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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Semperis and iC Consult are expanding their partnership into the UK, aiming to enhance operational resilience against identity security threats for businesses.
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Commvault & CrowdStrike unite for enhanced cyber defence

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
Commvault has announced a new integration with CrowdStrike Falcon to bolster threat detection and rapid data recovery for their joint customers.
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AI reshapes cybersecurity, drives 2025 hyper-automation

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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The 2024 surge in AI-driven cybersecurity has transformed threat detection, but emerging AI-led attacks pose new risks as firms brace for 2025 advancements.
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Trustwave outlines 80% rise in ransomware by 2025

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Trustwave's 2025 cybersecurity threat report reveals a staggering 80% rise in ransomware attacks targeting the energy and utilities sector, highlighting urgent security concerns.
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The AI revolution – security challenges and the critical role of zero trust

Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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As AI technology accelerates in 2025, firms face pressing security challenges, prompting a shift towards Zero Trust strategies to safeguard systems and operations.
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Intelliworx hires Jeremy Mumford to boost UK expansion plan

Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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Intelliworx has appointed Jeremy Mumford as Chief Revenue Officer to spearhead its UK expansion and bolster data integrity offerings amid rising growth.
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Cohesity strengthens security with new advisory additions

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Cohesity enhances its Security Advisory Council with the appointment of Dave DeWalt and H.R. McMaster, aimed at strengthening global data security amid rising cyber threats.