Southern Water, a UK utility company, has confirmed that customer data was stolen by a ransomware gang that attacked its systems in January 2024. The Black Basta crew claimed responsibility for the cyberattack and posted information about it on a
The Picus Security annual report reveals a significant increase in specialised hunter-killer malware that can identify and disable key cyber security tools. This surge in volume demonstrates a shift in threat actors’ ability to neutralize enterprise defenses. The malware is
By Published: 12 Feb 2024 As an advocate for enterprise developers, a major part of my role involves helping organizations identify and eliminate barriers in their development process that hinder innovation. While many businesses recognize the benefits of a streamlined
Google and HSBC are joining forces to make it easier for climate tech companies using Google Cloud to access financial support from HSBC’s climate tech-focused finance team. Under the partnership, members of the Google Cloud Ready – Sustainability programme will
Amazon recently claimed that the use of its Rekognition software by the FBI does not violate its moratorium on sales of facial-recognition technology to US law enforcement agencies. The moratorium was initially imposed in June 2020, along with Microsoft and
The use of open source software is steadily increasing as companies aim to maximize their technology budgets, even if their bosses are not fully aware of it. According to a survey by Perforce Software, 95% of respondents reported that their
During the State of Open Con 24 London conference in February, attendees were provided with a real-life example of how opening up data can address the issue of homelessness. The panel discussion, moderated by Resham Kotecha, the global head of
In 2023, there were significant advancements and attacks in the field of cyber security that garnered global attention. Looking ahead to 2024, we can expect to see an increase in sophisticated phishing campaigns that utilize artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, leading
The UK government is considering implementing “targeted binding requirements” for certain companies developing advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems, according to its response to the AI whitepaper consultation. It also plans to invest over £100m in AI safety-related projects and research
After suffering a devastating ransomware attack in 2020, Blackbaud, a US-based cloud software company, has been heavily criticized by authorities for its significant cybersecurity failures. As a supplier specializing in financial, fundraising, and administrative software for educational institutions and non-profits,