Ransomware and the Board’s Role: What You Need to Know

Posted by Ray Garcia, Matt Gorham, and John Boles, PricewaterhouseCoopers, on Saturday, May 10, 2025 Summary As ransomware attacks rise globally, boards need to actively engage in strengthening cybersecurity and resilience planning. With advanced attack methods and the growing “ransomware as a service” ecosystem, organisations face increased vulnerability, particularly with the shift towards remote work […]

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Brits warned of ‘seemingly harmless’ WhatsApp message scamming people out of thousands

Summary Cybersecurity experts are alerting the British public to a rapidly evolving scam involving messages on platforms like WhatsApp, SMS, and iMessage. These messages often begin innocently, with phrases such as “Hi Mum, I’ve lost my phone.” However, fraudsters are now employing AI-generated voice notes to convincingly mimic children or loved ones in distress, creating […]

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Personal Hacking Will Be A Pretty Fierce Bear

In this gripping piece, John Werner dives deep into the evolving landscape of personal hacking, where scammers refine their strategies to exploit more intimate knowledge of their targets. Get ready to understand how personalisation in cyberattacks is changing the game. Source: Forbes Key Points Today’s cyber threats are evolving into more personal and sophisticated attacks […]

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Companies are going hardcore. It means one classic piece of career advice is getting more crucial.

This article from Business Insider explores the increasing necessity of documenting your work achievements in today’s competitive job market. It highlights how tracking your performance can influence your career advancement and job security as companies tighten their focus on employee metrics. Source: Business Insider Key Points Job performance evaluation is becoming more critical as companies […]

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Reactive Hiring Is Holding Many Organizations Back – New Research by HR.com Research Institute

In a recent study by the HR.com Research Institute, it’s revealed that many organisations are still stuck in the old ways of hiring reactively, rather than proactively planning for talent acquisition. This research shows a staggering disconnect between the priorities of HR teams and their actual recruitment practices. Key Points 51% of organisations rely on […]

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The Great Adaptation: How Gambling Is Aligning With AI Trends [Guest Newsletter Editor]

The Great Adaptation: How Gambling is Aligning with AI Trends As artificial intelligence reshapes industries globally, the gambling sector stands at a critical juncture. While there’s no concrete evidence of widespread job displacement in our industry yet, the dialogue surrounding AI’s potential impact on employment is intensifying across various sectors. Recent congressional hearings have brought […]

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How Top Researchers Stay Ahead of Evolving CVE Exploitation Techniques

This resource explores how leading cybersecurity researchers anticipate and counteract evolving techniques used to exploit CVEs, emphasising methodologies, collaborative efforts, and tools that provide a proactive edge against emerging threats. Summary Staying ahead of rapidly changing CVE exploitation methods demands an adaptive and forward-thinking approach. Top cybersecurity researchers combine intelligence gathering, proactive research, and community […]

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