Check Point® Software has announced the winners of its UK Partner Awards. The annual awards ceremony, which took place at One Moorgate Place on March 6th, 2025, celebrated the input of Check Point’s affiliate companies and the growing partner community…
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Cold Wallets vs. Hot Wallets: Which Offers Better Security?
Cryptocurrency isn’t just a buzzword anymore. By December 2024, the number of global cryptocurrency owners reached approximately 659 million, marking a 13% increase from January 2024. That might not sound like a massive chunk, but it still represents millions of…
Strengthening the Human Firewall: Prioritising Mental Health in Cybersecurity Teams
There are few places more challenging than the frontlines of war. Danger lurks at every corner while enemy fire is a persistent threat. It’s a hostile and stress-induced environment that demands unwavering focus, and where a single error can have…
WatchGuard unveils FireCloud Internet Access
WatchGuard® Technologies, a provider of unified cybersecurity, has announced the launch of FireCloud Internet Access, the first in what it’s describing as “a new family of hybrid secure access service edge (SASE) products”. The company said that FireCloud “uniquely meets…
KnowBe4 research reveals a confidence gap in cybersecurity, putting organisations at risk
KnowBe4, cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, has released new research indicating that while 86% of employees believe they can confidently identify phishing emails, nearly half have fallen for scams. The study, which surveyed professionals across the UK,…
MIWIC25 – Eva Benn, Chief of Staff, Strategy – Microsoft Red Team
Organised by Eskenzi PR in media partnership with the IT Security Guru, the Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Awards aim to shed light on the remarkable women in our industry. The following is a feature on one of 2024’s Top 20 women selected…
Advancing Gender Equality in 2025 and Beyond
International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 carries the powerful theme: ‘Accelerate Action.’ This theme calls on individuals, communities, and organisations to take decisive steps toward achieving gender equality. Despite ongoing efforts, at the current rate of progress, it will take until…
KnowBe4 Wins Cybersecurity Company of the Year at the 2025 teissAwards
KnowBe4, the world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, today announced that it has been awarded first place in this year’s teissAwards Cybersecurity Company of the Year category for enterprise organisations. The teissAwards celebrate excellence in cyber and information security,…
SandboxAQ Joins UN AI Hub to Bolster Cybersecurity and Drive AI Innovation
SandboxAQ has joined the United Nations International Computing Centre (UNICC) as a founding member of its newly launched AI Hub, a global initiative designed to provide AI-driven solutions and expertise to more than 100 UN entities and international organisations. The…
Enhancing security with Microsoft’s expanded cloud logs
Nation-state-sponsored hacking stories are a big part of everyone’s favourite Hollywood movies — that is, until it becomes a real-life story of our own compromised personal or corporate sensitive data ending up on the dark web or in hackers’ hands. In real…
Winners of Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Awards 2025 Revealed
The 20 winners of the Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Awards were announced at a ceremony held at the iconic BT Tower in London on the 26th February 2025. The awards celebrated the achievements of women working in cybersecurity around the…
Tarlogic Discovers Security Flaw Allowing Eavesdropping on Private Conversations Via Bluetooth Headset Microphone
The popularity of Bluetooth devices has surged over the years thanks to their convenience and wireless connectivity. The Bluetooth protocol allows and streamlines the setup and discovery of services between a wide range of devices. Bluetooth technology allows users to…
Almost All Organisations Experienced API Security Issues in Past Year
The latest State of API Security Report by Salt Security has highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by organisations in securing their application programming interfaces (APIs). The Salt Labs State of API Security Report Q1 2025 draws on survey responses from…
How to Protect Your Digital Identity While Gaming Online
Playing games online provides entertainment but exposes you to specific dangers during gameplay. Hackers and scammers specifically target your personal data, payment specifics, and gaming account information. Cybercriminals steal money and account credentials through phishing attacks, malware, and unsecured systems.…
Cybersecurity Leaders Convene in Belfast to Tackle Evolving Digital Threats
Cybersecurity professionals from across Northern Ireland gathered at Titanic Belfast on February 13 for Check Point Software‘s second Cyber Leader Summit, a high-profile event aimed at strengthening Ireland’s digital defences. The summit brought together government officials, business leaders, and security…
ACDS Unveils New Updates to EASM Platform, Enhancing Security For Enterprises
Advanced Cyber Defence Systems (ACDS) has unveiled various updates to its EASM tool, Observatory. Its new capabilities include an ability to monitor for leaked AWS access and secret keys, as well as a new detection feature for software supply chain…
Keeping DEI on the Agenda: Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Award Organisers Set Panel Topic
Eskenzi PR, organisers of The Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Awards, are proud to announce the theme of this year’s event panel discussion: Keeping DEI on the agenda: progressing, not regressing. The panel topic, informed by ideas submitted by nominators,…
Understanding MFA Fatigue: Why Cybercriminals Are Exploiting Human Behaviour
The common maxim in cybersecurity is that the industry is always on the back foot. While cybersecurity practitioners build higher walls, adversaries are busy creating taller ladders. It’s the nature of the beast. A prime example is multi-factor authentication (MFA),…
How Safe Are Online Entertainment Platforms?
The shift towards online entertainment services in the US can be explained by the proliferation of mobile devices and improved internet access. It is estimated that more than 97% of the US population currently has online access, with 96% owning…
Bridewell and I-TRACING Form Strategic Partnership
Today, I-TRACING and Bridewell, have announced a strategic partnership to create a strategic partnership to create the leading independent European cyber security services provider. The partnership is backed by the founders and managing partners of I-TRACING—Theodore Vrangos, Michel Vujicic, and…