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Emerging multimedia Bitcoin scams use deceptive MMS videos
Physical Security

Emerging multimedia Bitcoin scams use deceptive MMS videos

A study by Proofpoint reveals a rise in Bitcoin scams utilising video attachments in multimedia messages, evolving from static images to deceive victims.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
Open-source AI Foundation launched to boost transparency
Supply Chain

Open-source AI Foundation launched to boost transparency

The Open-Source AI Foundation has launched to promote transparency in AI systems for government agencies, coinciding with DeepSeek's commitment to open source its AI models.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
Entro Security integrates with Google Workspace for safety
Cloud Security

Entro Security integrates with Google Workspace for safety

Entro Security has unveiled a new integration with Google Workspace, enabling enhanced management of secrets and non-human identity risks in cloud applications.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
FBI & CISA warn of Ghost ransomware threats worldwide
Malware

FBI & CISA warn of Ghost ransomware threats worldwide

The FBI and CISA have alerted organisations to increased cyber threats from China's Ghost ransomware group, affecting over 70 countries through outdated software.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
Sophos & Pax8 partner to enhance MSP cybersecurity access
Firewalls

Sophos & Pax8 partner to enhance MSP cybersecurity access

Sophos has partnered with Pax8 to enhance cybersecurity offerings for over 40,000 managed service providers, simplifying access to critical security solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
Versa launches Sovereign SASE, offering full control
Firewalls

Versa launches Sovereign SASE, offering full control

Versa has launched Sovereign SASE, enabling enterprises to customise networking and security services from their own infrastructure, catering to evolving data privacy needs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
SquareX appoints John Carse as new Field CISO expert
Cybersecurity

SquareX appoints John Carse as new Field CISO expert

SquareX has appointed John Carse as Field Chief Information Security Officer, enhancing its commitment to innovative browser security solutions.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
How synthetic data is unlocking new opportunities for intelligent video
Artificial Intelligence

How synthetic data is unlocking new opportunities for intelligent video

As AI predicts a staggering USD $1.3 trillion market by 2030, synthetic data emerges as a crucial solution for training models and enhancing video analytics.

By Barry Norton • 5 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Datadog opens registration for DASH conference in 2025
DevOps

Datadog opens registration for DASH conference in 2025

Datadog has opened registration for DASH 2025, its eighth annual conference set for 10-11 June in New York, featuring over 50 sessions on cutting-edge technologies.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Microsoft's February 2025 patch fixes 56 vulnerabilities
Malware

Microsoft's February 2025 patch fixes 56 vulnerabilities

Microsoft has patched 56 vulnerabilities in its February 2025 update, including two now exploited, marking a fifth month of no critical zero-days released.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
DDoS attacks surge by 82% as IoT & AI fuel threats
Software-as-a-Service

DDoS attacks surge by 82% as IoT & AI fuel threats

DDoS attacks have surged by 82% in a year, with 165,000 incidents reported in 2024, driven largely by IoT devices and AI advancements.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
HITRUST report shows improved outcomes for 2025 with AI
Breach Prevention

HITRUST report shows improved outcomes for 2025 with AI

The latest HITRUST Trust Report reveals a drop in cyber incident rates to 0.59% in 2024, highlighting the efficacy of certification in enhancing security outcomes.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Tech risks dominate finance compliance, eflow survey finds
Data Analytics

Tech risks dominate finance compliance, eflow survey finds

A survey by eflow Global reveals 64% of finance executives see technology-driven risks, especially AI, as key compliance challenges for 2024.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sat, 22nd Feb 2025
X-PHY appoints Wayne Maw as US general manager
Data Protection

X-PHY appoints Wayne Maw as US general manager

X-PHY has appointed Wayne Maw as General Manager for the US, aiming to bolster its cybersecurity operations and customer engagement across North America.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Sat, 22nd Feb 2025
Neeraj Methi joins Myriad360 as VP of Cybersecurity
Low code & No code

Neeraj Methi joins Myriad360 as VP of Cybersecurity

Myriad360 has appointed Neeraj Methi as Vice President of Cybersecurity Solutions, enhancing its focus on advanced security practices amid a growing market.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Feb 2025
Tenable unveils Identity 360 & Exposure Center solutions
Risk & Compliance

Tenable unveils Identity 360 & Exposure Center solutions

Tenable has launched Identity 360 and Exposure Center to tackle identity-based security threats, aiming to simplify fragmented identity management for organisations.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Peter Alexander named new CMO at Barracuda Networks
Firewalls

Peter Alexander named new CMO at Barracuda Networks

Barracuda Networks has appointed Peter Alexander as Chief Marketing Officer to lead its market growth strategy and enhance cybersecurity solutions amid rising demand.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Counter-Strike 2 gamers warned about rising scam threats
Gaming

Counter-Strike 2 gamers warned about rising scam threats

Bitdefender Labs warns the Counter-Strike 2 community of scammers exploiting major esports events like IEM Katowice 2025 to defraud gamers through hijacked YouTube accounts.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
GitLab unveils self-hosted AI option for secure data control
Private Cloud

GitLab unveils self-hosted AI option for secure data control

GitLab has launched GitLab Duo Self-Hosted, enabling organisations to leverage AI within their own infrastructure to enhance data privacy and security.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025