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LevelBlue acquires Trustwave to create largest managed security firm

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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LevelBlue has acquired Trustwave, creating the world's largest pure-play managed security firm with enhanced AI-driven threat detection and response capabilities.
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Ransom payments surge to USD $1.13 million as data theft rises

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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Ransom payments soared to an average of USD $1.13 million in Q2 2025, driven by rising data theft and targeted social engineering attacks, Coveware reports.
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Fortinet upgrades FortiRecon to boost proactive cyber defences

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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Fortinet has upgraded FortiRecon with AI-driven threat intelligence and automation to help organisations identify and prioritise cyber risks proactively.
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Elastic launches Logs Essentials for cost-effective cloud log analytics

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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Elastic launches Logs Essentials, a cost-effective, serverless log analytics tier on Elastic Cloud for SREs, offering scalable insights without infrastructure hassle.
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OT cyber incidents may cost up to USD $329.5 billion globally

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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oil and gas
OT cyber incidents could cause up to USD $329.5 billion in global losses, with business interruption making up over half of the projected impact, says a new report.
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Most cyber attack brokers sell admin access from USD $500

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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Cyber attackers can buy admin-level access to corporate networks from USD $500, with 71% of dark web listings offering privileged credentials, new research shows.
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OT cyber incidents could cost USD $329.5b, report warns

Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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A new report warns OT cyber incidents could cost USD $329.5 billion, urging firms to boost security controls and improve risk management practices.
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Gurucul launches AI-SOC Analyst to transform cybersecurity centres

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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Gurucul launches AI-SOC Analyst to cut alert triage time by 83%, enhancing cybersecurity centres with AI-powered automation and human-led insight.
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Trend Micro debuts AI-powered digital twin for proactive security

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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Trend Micro launches AI-powered Digital Twin technology to help enterprises predict and simulate cyber threats, enhancing security without risking production systems.
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CrowdStrike launches AI detection engine to catch stealthy threats

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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CrowdStrike launches Signal, an AI-driven detection engine that spots stealthy cyber threats by analysing behavioural deviations in real time, improving early threat response.
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CrowdStrike unveils AI-driven updates to Falcon threat intelligence

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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CrowdStrike launches AI-powered Falcon Adversary Intelligence, offering real-time, personalised threat insights to enhance detection and response in security centres.
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Claroty & Google unite to boost OT & IT threat response

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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Claroty partners with Google Security Operations to enhance threat detection and response across IT and operational technology environments.
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DXC, 7AI launch global AI security service to boost efficiency

Tue, 5th Aug 2025
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DXC Technology and 7AI have launched a global AI-powered security service, boosting efficiency and cutting analyst workload across DXC's customer base.
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Bitdefender launches advisory service to tackle security skills gap

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
Bitdefender has launched Cybersecurity Advisory Services to help businesses close skills gaps and strengthen security amid rising cyber threats and regulatory demands.
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Blackpoint Cyber & CyberFOX partner to offer bundled security

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Blackpoint Cyber and CyberFOX partner to bundle cybersecurity solutions, helping MSPs streamline compliance and enhance threat detection from a single provider.
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Rapid7 launches Incident Command, an AI-powered SIEM platform

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Rapid7 unveils Incident Command, an AI-powered SIEM platform unifying threat detection, exposure management, and automation to boost security teams' efficiency.
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CREST launches staged programme to guide firms to full cyber accreditation

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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CREST launches Pathway and Pathway+ programmes to guide firms through staged progression towards full cyber security accreditation and trust.
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Microsoft SharePoint zero-day flaw prompts urgent global response

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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A critical zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint is being actively exploited globally, prompting urgent patches to prevent unauthorised server access and data breaches.
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Q2 2025 ransomware trends analysis: Boom and bust

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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cloud security
Q2 2025 saw a 14.47% drop in active ransomware groups but a 41.18% rise year-on-year, with new alliances and arrests shaking the cybercrime landscape.
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Critical SharePoint zero-day flaw exploited, urgent actions urged

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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A critical zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint Server enabling remote code execution is actively exploited, urging firms to act fast amid no current patch available.