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Entrust backs cyber helpline to help fraud victims
Cybersecurity

Entrust backs cyber helpline to help fraud victims

The partnership will fund more than 3,200 hours of specialist help, aiming to support over 1,000 fraud and cybercrime victims in the US and UK.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • 3 days ago
AI, quantum computing and the future of cyber threats
Encryption

AI, quantum computing and the future of cyber threats

AI is already making cyber attacks faster and cheaper, while quantum computing could soon put trust in data and payments at risk.

By Illka Gobius • 6 min read • 3 days ago
Half of Australians using AI to research purchases
Marketing Technologies

Half of Australians using AI to research purchases

Yet most shoppers still cross-check AI suggestions on Google or review sites before buying, according to new research.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
Authsignal launches number verify with Aduna & Telstra
Airlines

Authsignal launches number verify with Aduna & Telstra

Businesses can now verify mobile numbers without SMS codes, reducing friction and exposure as regulators tighten rules on text-based authentication.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
Trust to decide winners in AI assessment technology
Software-as-a-Service

Trust to decide winners in AI assessment technology

Reliability and compliance are emerging as the real differentiators in e-assessment, as schools and professional bodies scrutinise AI-driven exam tools.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Sectigo launches quantum readiness tool for enterprises
Data Protection

Sectigo launches quantum readiness tool for enterprises

Governments and standards bodies are pushing firms to map cryptography now, as missing assets could leave them exposed to post-quantum risks.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last week
The next eCommerce interface may not be a screen
Wearables

The next eCommerce interface may not be a screen

AI agents could soon handle shopping, payments and support in the background, forcing businesses to strengthen trust as screens fade from view.

By Bobby Joseph • 6 min read • Last week
VAST Data targets AI data sovereignty with DataEnclave
Data Protection

VAST Data targets AI data sovereignty with DataEnclave

Enterprises and governments could run AI on sensitive data without exposing it, as the technology targets sovereignty rules across APAC.

By David Shilovsky • 6 min read • Last week
Newfold Digital picks DigiCert for Bluehost SSL services
Encryption

Newfold Digital picks DigiCert for Bluehost SSL services

The switch will affect about 6 million hosting customers as shorter SSL certificate lifespans force more automation across Newfold's services.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Rockwell joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing programme
Manufacturing

Rockwell joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing programme

Industrial control systems could be patched faster as Rockwell tests controlled access to Claude Mythos 5 to spot flaws before attackers exploit them.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
Keyfactor tops USD $200 million in annual recurring revenue
Software-as-a-Service

Keyfactor tops USD $200 million in annual recurring revenue

Demand for machine identity security and digital trust tools lifted annual recurring revenue more than 35 per cent year on year.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
OpenSSL names keynote speakers & sponsors for Prague
Data Protection

OpenSSL names keynote speakers & sponsors for Prague

Growing scrutiny of cryptographic supply chains is pushing maintainers, researchers and regulators into the same room in Prague this year.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

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Integrity360 partners with Chartered Accountants Ireland
Data Protection

Integrity360 partners with Chartered Accountants Ireland

The deal gives the institute round-the-clock threat monitoring and executive cyber oversight as it seeks to protect nearly 40,000 members and 8,600 students.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
UK consumers trust AI less with payments than health
Data Protection

UK consumers trust AI less with payments than health

The finding highlights a trust gap that could slow AI adoption in payments, with only 22% of UK consumers willing to use it there.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week
QNu Labs launches QShield 2.0 for quantum-safe crypto
Data Protection

QNu Labs launches QShield 2.0 for quantum-safe crypto

India's critical sectors are being urged to start post-quantum cryptography rollouts by 2027 as many firms still lack a full picture of their encryption use.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Edinburgh Napier & Approov boost smartphone security
Data Protection

Edinburgh Napier & Approov boost smartphone security

Smartphone apps used for banking and workplace access will face tougher defences as the partners recruit two cybersecurity researchers for a 30-month project.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Last week
eir business backs .IE Digital Trust Mark for SMEs
Digital Transformation

eir business backs .IE Digital Trust Mark for SMEs

Irish SMEs will get support to tackle weak website, email and domain settings as cyber risk erodes trust and productivity.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month