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Cybersecurity in 2025: Tackling AI-driven phishing threats
Data Protection

Cybersecurity in 2025: Tackling AI-driven phishing threats

With rising cyber threats ahead of 2025, data security becomes a vital focus, warns Todd Moore of Thales, highlighting the growing risk of advanced phishing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Predicted tech trends: Deepfakes, AI strain, & robotics
Robotics

Predicted tech trends: Deepfakes, AI strain, & robotics

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By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
From deepfakes to ransomware: The key trends which will shape IT security in 2025
Malware

From deepfakes to ransomware: The key trends which will shape IT security in 2025

As Australia braces for 2025, key IT security trends like deepfakes and ransomware require organisations to adapt swiftly to emerging threats.

By Sadiq Iqbal • 5 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
KnowBe4 launches AI agents to boost cyber risk management
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

KnowBe4 launches AI agents to boost cyber risk management

KnowBe4 has launched its AIDA suite of AI security agents, designed to improve human risk management and combat evolving cybersecurity threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Experts predict AI-driven cyber threats & defences by 2025
Data Protection

Experts predict AI-driven cyber threats & defences by 2025

Experts from BlueVoyant and KnowBe4 warn that cyber threats will evolve by 2025, urging firms to adopt AI and enhance security awareness.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Cyber threats heighten with holiday sales here
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber threats heighten with holiday sales here

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday in full swing, cyber threats loom large, urging consumers and retailers to bolster their online security against potential attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Exclusive: How KnowBe4 stopped a North Korean hacker from joining the company
Ransomware

Exclusive: How KnowBe4 stopped a North Korean hacker from joining the company

A North Korean hacker attempted to infiltrate KnowBe4, prompting a swift response from the firm's security team that highlighted evolving cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
AI in cybersecurity: Not yet autonomous, but the time to prepare is now
Digital Transformation

AI in cybersecurity: Not yet autonomous, but the time to prepare is now

As we approach 2025, experts warn that while AI is increasingly used to enhance cyberattacks, fully autonomous threats remain largely unfulfilled.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Exclusive: Rapid7's Craig Adams discusses cybersecurity challenges and AI innovations
Multi-factor authentication

Exclusive: Rapid7's Craig Adams discusses cybersecurity challenges and AI innovations

Rapid7's Craig Adams highlights the evolving cybersecurity landscape, emphasising the need for integrated visibility and AI-driven solutions to combat emerging threats.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Akamai on cloud and cybersecurity trends for 2025
AI Security

Akamai on cloud and cybersecurity trends for 2025

Akamai forecasts that by 2025, distributed computing and optimised AI workloads will reshape cloud efficiency and cybersecurity amid rising challenges.

By Jay Jenkins and Reuben Koh • 6 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Automation & AI risks
Firewalls

Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Automation & AI risks

Barracuda Networks predicts that by 2025, cyber threats will become more automated, with increased attacks on critical infrastructure and cloud services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Gen reports surge in ransomware & mobile threats
Malware

Gen reports surge in ransomware & mobile threats

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals ransomware payments surged to USD $460 million, while mobile banking threats increased by 166% due to rising scams.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Gen Q3 report reveals alarming rise in global cyber threats
Malware

Gen Q3 report reveals alarming rise in global cyber threats

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals a staggering rise in cyber threats, with ransomware payments hitting $460 million and mobile banking malware incidents soaring.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Experts warn businesses of escalating cyber security threats
Multi-factor authentication

Experts warn businesses of escalating cyber security threats

As International Fraud Awareness Week unfolds, experts warn businesses about the rising threat of Business Email Compromise, urging vigilance amid evolving cyber risks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Social Engineering stories

Visa mandates end of SMS OTPs to tackle AI-driven scams
Customer Experience

Visa mandates end of SMS OTPs to tackle AI-driven scams

Visa will require Australian financial institutions to move beyond SMS One-Time Passwords for payments by October 2026 to combat rising AI-driven fraud.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Deepfake attacks seen as top cyber threat in Australia
Malware

Deepfake attacks seen as top cyber threat in Australia

AI-generated deepfake attacks have emerged as the top cyber threat for IT professionals in Australia, prompting 66% of companies to develop response plans.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
AI & cybersecurity trends to watch for in 2025
Software-as-a-Service

AI & cybersecurity trends to watch for in 2025

Mike Britton of Abnormal Security forecasts that by 2025, cybercriminals will adapt to multi-factor authentication as attacks on SaaS grow increasingly sophisticated.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Surge in financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia
Fintech

Surge in financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia

Kaspersky has revealed a staggering 330,000 financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia in early 2024, a rise of 41% from last year.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024