
HPE debuts AI-powered network security and backup at Black Hat. The integrated security and data protection portfolio features an AI-based SASE copilot and enterprise-scale backup. The new tools aim to deliver unified, zero-trust protection and automated recovery for complex IT environments.

Pandora confirms cyber attack affecting customer data through a third-party. The jewellery retailer disclosed that names, birthdates, and email addresses were accessed, though no sensitive information like passwords or credit card details was compromised.

DynaRisk secures £3.5m funding to enhance global operations. London-based cyber risk firm DynaRisk has raised £3.5m from YFM Equity Partners to boost product innovation and international expansion, while appointing entrepreneur Phil Zeidler to its board….

Nearly three in ten UK risk leaders lack vendor trust. Many UK organisations still cannot fully trust third-party vendors to manage their most critical digital risks, CyXcel research finds — with internal blind spots and mounting complexity undermining resilience.

Four individuals arrested in UK cyber attack investigation. A 17-year-old, two 19-year-olds, and a 20-year-old female were detained in the West Midlands and London in connection with attacks on M&S, Co-op, and Harrods, disrupting operations.

Usecure secures Series A funding to support global expansion. Manchester-based cybersecurity firm usecure has secured its first investment round from Kennet Partners to accelerate growth and enhance its human risk management solutions for MSPs and IT teams worldwide….

One in four UK firms faced a cyber-attack last year. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors warns outdated building technology is fuelling a wave of breaches, as new data shows businesses of all sizes are increasingly vulnerable — with owners urged to modernise defences and audit digital risks.

Cybit divests its security division to Viatel Technology. The move aligns growth strategies for Cybit and Cybit Cyber, focusing on mid-market technology solutions while Viatel enhances its cybersecurity capabilities. Both firms plan continued collaboration to benefit their customers….

Sportswear giant Adidas is the latest retailer to suffer a cyberattack targeting customer data, highlighting escalating risks in the retail sector.