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Nike probes suspected cyber attack after data leak claim
Data Protection

Nike probes suspected cyber attack after data leak claim

Nike is investigating a suspected cyber attack after hackers claimed access to terabytes of internal data, raising global security concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 29th Jan 2026
Teleport unveils identity framework for agentic AI security
Data Protection

Teleport unveils identity framework for agentic AI security

Teleport launches an agentic AI identity framework to secure autonomous agents with zero trust credentials across cloud and on-prem systems.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Jan 2026
Fewer ransomware gangs, but more victims in late 2025
Ransomware

Fewer ransomware gangs, but more victims in late 2025

Ransomware gangs shrank in number but hit more victims in late 2025, with leak-site postings soaring despite fewer active groups.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Jan 2026
AI reshapes data privacy as trust & attacks escalate
Data Protection

AI reshapes data privacy as trust & attacks escalate

AI is transforming data privacy as mistrust soars and cyber attacks accelerate, pushing firms to verify every identity and machine action.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Jan 2026
Why SOC 2 Type 2 certification matters for brokers
Data Protection

Why SOC 2 Type 2 certification matters for brokers

Insurance brokers must scrutinise software vendors' SOC 2 Type 2 security to safeguard client data, compliance and operational resilience.

By Peter Waring • 6 min read • Thu, 29th Jan 2026
Exclusive: SonicWall's Suroop Chandran on why security basics still fail
Malware

Exclusive: SonicWall's Suroop Chandran on why security basics still fail

SonicWall warns over 95% of cyber breaches stem from misconfigured tools, as firms lean on MSPs and cyber warranties to plug skills gaps.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 29th Jan 2026
AI heightens data privacy risks & reshapes digital trust
Data Protection

AI heightens data privacy risks & reshapes digital trust

AI's rapid spread, weak data governance and rising scepticism are reshaping digital trust and sharply escalating privacy risks.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Thu, 29th Jan 2026
Kingston gains FIPS 140-3 Level 3 for IronKey USBs
Storage

Kingston gains FIPS 140-3 Level 3 for IronKey USBs

Kingston wins FIPS 140-3 Level 3 for its IronKey Keypad 200 USBs, making it the first supplier with three drives at this stringent standard.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026
Nike probes suspected cyberattack & huge data leak
Firewalls

Nike probes suspected cyberattack & huge data leak

Nike is probing a suspected cyberattack after a hacker group claimed to leak 1.4TB of internal data, raising supply chain security fears.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026
Rising data complexity undermines UK AI security gains
Storage

Rising data complexity undermines UK AI security gains

UK firms risk weaker AI security and wasted investment as soaring data complexity outpaces their ability to govern and protect systems.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Tue, 27th Jan 2026
Hybrid mesh security emerges to counter AI cyber risks
Firewalls

Hybrid mesh security emerges to counter AI cyber risks

As hybrid IT sprawl fuels blind spots and AI-driven attacks, experts say only a zero trust, hybrid mesh rethink can secure modern networks.

By Raymond Schippers • 5 min read • Tue, 27th Jan 2026
SonicWall pushes unified automation for faster cyber defence
Malware

SonicWall pushes unified automation for faster cyber defence

SonicWall launches unified automation tools to cut alert fatigue, speed cyber threat remediation and streamline overstretched security teams.

By Amelia Foss • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
Experts warn AI era demands tougher data protection
Data Protection

Experts warn AI era demands tougher data protection

Experts say AI-driven attacks and rampant data leaks mean organisations must verify outputs, curb collection and harden identity controls.

By Shannon Williams • 8 min read • Fri, 23rd Jan 2026

Stories from Other Regions

Data breach stories

UK cyberattacks surge 129%, fuelling risk & losses
Data Protection

UK cyberattacks surge 129%, fuelling risk & losses

Significant UK cyberattacks jump 129%, with major incidents hitting firms' finances, supply chains and insurance costs across the economy.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026
AI forces Australian firms to make privacy a priority
Data Protection

AI forces Australian firms to make privacy a priority

AI's rapid spread is forcing Australian organisations to treat data privacy as a constant priority, reshaping risk, policy and vendor scrutiny.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026
AI security gaps expose 'shadow AI' risk in Australia
Data Protection

AI security gaps expose 'shadow AI' risk in Australia

Australian firms race ahead with AI, yet weak governance and identity controls leave 'shadow AI' as a growing security blind spot.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026
Data Privacy Week: how to protect your digital life
Data Protection

Data Privacy Week: how to protect your digital life

This Data Privacy Week, shift from oversharing to oversight: minimise what you collect, secure what you keep, and own your digital footprint.

By Erich Kron • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Jan 2026
Digital rights group urges Australians to fight privacy trap
Data Protection

Digital rights group urges Australians to fight privacy trap

Digital rights group warns Australians to resist 'privacy paradox', urging tougher laws and everyday steps to curb online data tracking.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Jan 2026