Emerging threats
Insights
Keeping you informed with the latest developments and news in the cyber security and intelligence sectors.
The true cost of unpreparedness for cyber incidents
The April 2025 M&S cyberattack continues to make headlines and has reinforced the need for organisations to invest in developing cyber incident response and crisis management plans that align with a comprehensive resilience strategy.
Using digital intelligence to shape ethical and pro-social design
Content moderation, a key tool in the Trust & Safety arsenal, is designed on a set of policy principles, but in practice it often evolves as a reaction to incoming harms.
How to prevent data breaches caused by human error
Human error contributes to up to 95% of data breaches, according to a recent 2024 study by Mimecast. Despite sophisticated cybersecurity tools, a single misdirected email, weak password, or accidental data exposure can lead to severe financial and reputational damage.
Navigating national digital resilience
Now a quarter of the way into the 21st century, the world stands at a defining juncture in its digital evolution.
Understanding the business impact of reputational risk
As organisations strengthen their technical defences, cyber criminals are adapting their tactics by targeting other digital vulnerabilities, like the availability of Personally Identifiable Information online.
Why the future of vulnerability standards matters to your organisation
As a business leader, security leader, or IT decision-maker, you’re already spinning multiple plates: managing risk, meeting regulatory requirements, and making sure your systems are secure without slowing the pace of business.
Why due diligence is a key component of a robust Information Security strategy
Due diligence is not just a regulatory requirement but a fundamental component of a robust information security strategy.
When is it time to upgrade to Cyber Essentials Plus?
Upgrading to Cyber Essentials plus is a significant step in enhancing your organisation’s security posture.
WEBINAR: Proactively managing emerging digital threats
Are you adapting your cyber defence strategy? As corporate cyber defences have improved over recent years, organised criminal groups and malicious state actors have discovered new ways of penetrating company systems, based around the exploitation of their digital vulnerabilities, rather than just cyber security or technical weaknesses.
Which types of penetration testing should my organisation invest in?
A proactive cyber security strategy will minimise risk and help you achieve a mature security posture.
The importance of a whole-of-society approach to cybersecurity
The world continues to face a significant cybersecurity workforce shortage - the (ISC)² 2024 Global Cybersecurity Workforce Gap report estimates it to be 4.
Top digital challenges facing companies in 2025
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape of 2025, every organisation faces a huge range of challenges that extend far beyond traditional cyber threats.
