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AI-driven cyber attacks & deepfakes set to surge by 2026

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AI-driven cyber attacks and deepfakes are set to surge by 2026, with experts warning of faster breaches and rising third-party risks challenging defenders.
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AI-driven cyber threats & global rules to challenge firms by 2026

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By 2026, firms will face AI-driven cyber threats, complex supply chain risks, and fragmented global rules, requiring real-time compliance and board-level oversight.
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DEFEND wins global Microsoft award as cyber threats surge in NZ

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New Zealand cybersecurity firm DEFEND wins Microsoft’s Global Security Partner of the Year amid rising cyber threats to public and private sectors.
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Three steps to help your financial institution stay ahead of evolving cyber crime

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Financial institutions face rising AI-driven cyberattacks and must adopt intelligence-led defence, active vendor management, and balance security with customer experience.
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Top 5 compliance and cybersecurity predictions for 2026

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In 2026, escalating AI threats and complex regulations will make continuous compliance crucial as data breaches now cost an average USD $4.61 million globally.
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Australians risk scams as poor cyber habits cost AUD $87,000

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Australians lost over AUD $87,000 to scams last year, with risky cyber habits like password reuse and oversharing on social media putting many at threat.
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Retailers unprepared for AI-driven cyber threats as attacks surge

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Nearly half of retailers report surging AI-driven cyber attacks, yet only a quarter feel prepared as the busy shopping season looms, new research shows.
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Social media overtakes email as UK’s top scam channel, study finds

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New research reveals social media now leads as the top scam channel in the UK, overtaking email with 34% of incidents reported amid rising AI concerns.
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Retailers face surge in AI-driven cyber threats & supply chain risks

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Nearly half of retailers face rising AI-driven cyber attacks, with just 25% prepared for these sophisticated threats amid growing supply chain security concerns.
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AI agents, biometrics & stablecoins to reshape payments by 2026

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By 2026, AI agents will streamline one-third of B2B payments, while stablecoins and biometrics reshape global payment security and standards.
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Exclusive: Google on AI-powered attacks & cyber threats in Australia

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AI-driven cyber threats are escalating in Australia, with criminals deploying deepfakes and malware that evolves to bypass security, warns Google's Andrew Aston.
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Docusign founder joins artius.iD board to boost digital ID security

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Docusign founder Court Lorenzini joins artius.iD board to enhance digital ID security amid rising AI-driven cyber threats and identity fraud.
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Google warns of AI misuse in new GTIG threat report

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Google’s threat team warns that hackers are now using AI to create self-modifying malware and evade defences.
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The worst-case cyber scenario: A call to action for Australian organisations

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Australia faces a dire cyber threat scenario targeting its economy, infrastructure and government, urging organisations to enhance threat hunting and resilience now.
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Why now is the time to modernise your SIEM

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AI-driven cyber threats demand modern Security Information and Event Management systems to enhance detection, reduce costs, and improve resilience.
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UK firms confident on ransomware but face rising AI-driven risks

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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UK firms feel confident recovering from ransomware but face growing AI-driven risks and supply-chain vulnerabilities, reveals OpenText Cybersecurity survey.
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AI-driven cyber threats top concern for Europe’s IT sector by 2026

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Over half of European IT pros see AI-driven cyber threats as the top concern for 2026, yet only 14% feel very prepared to handle these risks, ISACA finds.
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AI-powered phishing threats outpace business defences & SOC teams

Sat, 18th Oct 2025
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Generative AI boosts phishing and smishing attacks, forcing businesses to rethink security as AI-driven threats outpace traditional defences and SOC teams.
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OpenAI plans erotica on ChatGPT, sparking UK safety scrutiny

Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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OpenAI plans to allow erotica on ChatGPT, prompting UK safety scrutiny under the Online Safety Act and challenges over age verification and privacy.
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Boards underestimate cyber incident impacts, risking USD $2.7m losses

Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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Corporate boards often underestimate cyber incident impacts, facing ransomware losses averaging USD $2.7 million with downtime lasting 24 days, warns Willis report.