Cybersecurity
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Jaguar Land Rover’s cyber attack disrupts UK production significantly. The incident, affecting thousands, has halted operations at three UK sites since 1st September, impacting supply chains and local communities severely….
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Deepfakes are eroding trust in politics and society. Elections can be swayed by lies candidates never told. From Slovakia’s 2023 ballot to paid fake ads on social platforms, synthetic media is undermining democratic processes and public confidence — a growing threat with few safeguards in place.
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Britain’s Co-op says cyberattack disruption cost it £80 million. The April incident led to £206 million in revenue losses, exposure of member data, and a sharp first-half swing to pre-tax loss as the company worked to contain the damage.
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Man arrested in connection with major European airport cyber attack. A man in West Sussex was arrested following a cyber incident affecting Collins Aerospace, causing significant disruption at airports, including Heathrow. Authorities have confirmed the use of ransomware, with ongoing investigations….
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GBG to join London Stock Exchange’s main market Thursday. GBG, an identity technology company, plans to transition from the AIM market to the main market of the London Stock Exchange. The move does not require shareholder approval and aligns with trading expectations….
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Manchester startup zally relocates headquarters to San Francisco. Following a £2.8 million funding round, zally is moving its base to San Francisco to enhance its presence in the AI ecosystem. Manchester remains a key operational hub for the company….
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One in four organisations faced AI data poisoning this year. IO’s latest State of Information Security Report reveals how rushed adoption and shadow AI are exposing companies to sabotage, fraud, and compliance risks across the UK and US.
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LNER warns passengers after supplier breach exposes data. London North Eastern Railway (LNER) advises customers to stay alert following a cyber-attack on a third-party supplier, which revealed contact details and some journey history. No financial data or ticketing systems were compromised.
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The Online Safety Act faces significant evasion challenges. Nearly one-third of UK consumers bypass adult content checks, while VPN usage soars. Despite public support for age verification, concerns about censorship and the act’s effectiveness persist.
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West Ham United extends partnership with cybersecurity firm Salus. The renewed multi-year agreement with Salus will enhance West Ham United’s cybersecurity measures, ensuring protection against evolving threats while increasing the firm’s branding visibility at the club’s facilities….