Charities and non-profit organisations (NPOs) continue to be prime targets for cybercriminals because they handle sensitive personal data, process online donations, and often operate with limited IT resources and a distributed workforce. In the UK alone, 14% of charities experienced cybercrime within the past year, with phishing accounting for 95% of charity-related cyber incidents. The...
Every October, organisations around the world observe Cybersecurity Awareness Month — a dedicated time to educate individuals, businesses, and public bodies about the importance of staying safe online. At a time when cyberattacks are becoming more frequent, sophisticated, and costly, awareness is no longer optional; it’s essential for resilience. Cybersecurity is no longer a back-office...
Building a Cyber-Resilient Workforce: Introduction In today’s hyper-connected world, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue; it’s a business survival issue. Ransomware, phishing, insider threats, and supply-chain attacks now affect organizations of every size and sector. While technology such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection remains essential, the single most powerful —...
Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered chatbots have rapidly become mainstream across industries. From customer support to sales outreach, and even recruitment, organizations rely on them for speed, personalization, and cost efficiency. However, with this widespread adoption comes a growing wave of cybersecurity and privacy risks. The past two years have seen several high-profile chatbot-related breaches that reveal...
Introduction: Why the UK Cyber Security Sector Matters Cyber security is no longer a “support function” but a pillar of the digital economy. As businesses, government agencies, and citizens rely heavily on digital platforms, the demand for secure, trusted systems has never been greater. The Cyber Security Sectoral Analysis 2025, released in March 2025 by...
Introduction As artificial intelligence continues to revolutionize industries and redefine the way we communicate, it has also opened up new opportunities for cybercriminals. Tools like ChatGPT, while designed to assist with writing, coding, and research, are increasingly being exploited by bad actors to automate scams, create convincing phishing content, and even generate malicious code. Experts...
In 2025, cyber threats have evolved far beyond firewalls and phishing emails. They now threaten the very foundation of corporate resilience — financial stability, operational continuity, brand trust, and regulatory compliance. Yet despite this shift, many boardrooms still treat cybersecurity as an operational concern—something buried within IT or delegated to the CISO. That mindset is...
From Open Messages to Encrypted Minds Not long ago, we sent our thoughts into the world openly. A message written on a postcard — exposed for all to see — was considered normal, even charming. That postcard might pass through several hands before reaching its destination, each one a potential reader. Yet, this vulnerability was...