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SailPoint unveils AI suite to boost identity security ops
Cybersecurity

SailPoint unveils AI suite to boost identity security ops

SailPoint has launched its AI suite, Harbor Pilot, aimed at revolutionising identity security operations with automated tasks and enhanced management for AI agents.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
SquareX warns of rising browser-native ransomware threat
Software-as-a-Service

SquareX warns of rising browser-native ransomware threat

SquareX warns of an emerging threat from browser-native ransomware, posing severe risks to internet users as cybercriminals adapt to new vulnerabilities.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
Exclusive: GBG's Carol Chris on innovation, fraud prevention and growth
Unified Communications

Exclusive: GBG's Carol Chris on innovation, fraud prevention and growth

Carol Chris, General Manager of GBG APAC, emphasises innovation in fraud prevention amid rising data breaches, as demand for compliance solutions grows.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
Empowering women in tech: Bridging leadership gaps
Cybersecurity

Empowering women in tech: Bridging leadership gaps

On International Women's Day, leaders urge systemic changes in tech to bridge the gender gap, emphasising inclusion for driving innovation and equitable advancement.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 8th Mar 2025
Generative AI in dating apps: women face increased risks
Financial Systems

Generative AI in dating apps: women face increased risks

A survey by Sumsub reveals that nearly half of British dating app users see deepfakes as heightening risks, particularly affecting women's safety.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
LexisNexis completes acquisition of IDVerse for AI solutions
Risk & Compliance

LexisNexis completes acquisition of IDVerse for AI solutions

LexisNexis Risk Solutions has acquired IDVerse, enhancing its AI-powered risk and fraud solutions to bolster identity verification and onboarding processes.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Businesses face growing threat from deepfake scams, Forrester warns
Breach Prevention

Businesses face growing threat from deepfake scams, Forrester warns

A Forrester Research report reveals that the rise of deepfake technology poses significant risks for businesses, with scams costing firms millions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
Deepfake threat: Only 0.1% can spot AI-generated fakes
Cybersecurity

Deepfake threat: Only 0.1% can spot AI-generated fakes

Research from iProov reveals a staggering 99.9% of consumers struggle to recognise deepfakes, raising alarms over identity fraud and misinformation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Prenetics unveils DNA-based identity with blockchain tie-up
Crypto

Prenetics unveils DNA-based identity with blockchain tie-up

Prenetics has teamed up with Humanity Protocol to launch a blockchain-based identity verification service via its CircleDNA platform, enhancing secure digital interactions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
artius.iD welcomes Jeffrey Keplar to advisory board
Physical Security

artius.iD welcomes Jeffrey Keplar to advisory board

Artius.iD has appointed Jeffrey Keplar to its Board of Strategic Advisors, aiming to bolster cybersecurity for global financial institutions amid rising digital threats.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
ARAX Holdings unveils 2025 blockchain revolution plans
Data Analytics

ARAX Holdings unveils 2025 blockchain revolution plans

ARAX Holdings is poised to reshape the blockchain landscape with its 2025 product lineup, leveraging the supportive tech policies of the Trump Administration.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Real-time KYC: Tipping the balance in corporate banking's digital revolution
Data Analytics

Real-time KYC: Tipping the balance in corporate banking's digital revolution

As corporate banking undergoes a digital transformation, real-time KYC processes powered by Corporate Digital Identity are set to significantly enhance operational efficiency.

By Wayne Johnson • 6 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Credas sees 40% customer growth, plans 2025 expansion
Fintech

Credas sees 40% customer growth, plans 2025 expansion

Credas Technologies in Cardiff has seen a remarkable 40% surge in its customer base, surpassing financial targets by 60% as it prepares for international growth.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Omada partners with Microsoft to enhance AI-driven IGA
Cloud Access Security Broker

Omada partners with Microsoft to enhance AI-driven IGA

Omada has unveiled a partnership with Microsoft, integrating its identity governance system with Microsoft Entra AI to enhance user experience and security.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

IDnow secures investment to expand global identity market
Gaming

IDnow secures investment to expand global identity market

IDnow has secured a strategic majority investment from Corsair Capital, enhancing its position in the European identity verification market and fuelling global expansion.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
BankID joins advisory boards to enhance UK digital IDs
Financial institutions

BankID joins advisory boards to enhance UK digital IDs

TISA Commercial Enterprise has announced that Norwegian Digital ID firm BankID will join the advisory committees of Select ID to enhance digital identity accessibility in the UK.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2025
NFTs aren't just art - they will shape your future
Gaming

NFTs aren't just art - they will shape your future

NFTs are evolving beyond digital art, impacting sectors like music and finance, and offering unique opportunities for ownership in the digital future.

By Janine Grainger • 7 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2025
Concerns rise over digital ID storage on phones in the UK
Physical Security

Concerns rise over digital ID storage on phones in the UK

A Thales survey reveals that one-third of UK residents are storing official ID on their phones, raising alarms over potential identity fraud.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025