AI and Machine Learning

According to research from Absolute Security, over half (54%) of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) feel their security team is unprepared for evolving AI-powered threats. The findings were uncovered in the  Absolute Security United Kingdom CISO Cyber Resilience Report 2024, which surveyed 250 UK CISOs at enterprise organisations to assess the state of cyber resilience, AI, and the cyber threat landscape in the UK. According to the NCSC, AI will ‘almost certainly’ make cyber attacks...

API security is becoming an increasingly more prominent discussion for security teams. Notably, API security incidents have more than doubled within the past 12 months, according to recent research. The research also found that API usage is rapidly accelerating, with two-thirds now managing over 100 APIs every day. Evidently, organisations continue to struggle to keep pace with the threats associated with expanding API ecosystems, along with trying to accurately comprehend their complex behavioural attributes. With...

Keepit, a global provider of a comprehensive cloud backup and recovery platform, today released a survey conducted by Foundry, as well as a study based on in-depth interviews conducted by Keepit. Both reveal critical gaps in disaster recovery strategies and highlight the pressing need for enhanced data security measures. In an evolving technological landscape, enterprise IT leaders are grappling with unprecedented challenges in data protection and governance, driven by the rapid adoption of cloud applications...

Darktrace, a global leader in cybersecurity AI, has today released its UK State of AI Cybersecurity Report, which surveyed over 200 security leaders and practitioners across a broad array of industries. The research asked security leaders their thoughts on the threats facing their businesses following the widespread adoption of AI, which has increased the speed, sophistication and success of cyber attacks. Almost three quarters (71%) of businesses are already seeing AI-powered cyber threats significantly impact...

The British government published a new collection of research reports on the cyber security of AI pulling on sources from the private and public sectors. It includes a broad set of recommendations for organisations prepared by Mindgard, the report’s only startup contributor. This report, together with the new draft Code of Practice on cyber security governance, was created in response to the Chinese cyberattack on the Ministry of Defence earlier this year, and is aimed...

Netacea, the bot detection and response specialist, today announced new research into the threat of AI-driven cyberattacks. It finds that most businesses see “offensive AI” fast becoming a standard tool for cybercriminals, with 93% of security leaders expecting to face daily AI-driven attacks. The research, Cyber security in the age of offensive AI, surveyed security leaders in the UK and US about their experience with AI as a tool in cybersecurity, enhancing both offensive and...

New research by Hornetsecurity highlights the AI cybersecurity gap affecting UK businesses. Although nearly half (45%) of companies have fallen victim to cyberattacks, 26% are still not using AI to enhance their cybersecurity defences. The survey, which gathered responses from over 500 C-suite professionals across the UK, reveals that cyber threats are an escalating concern. 85% of respondents acknowledge the increased sophistication of these attacks, largely attributed to AI facilitating the process of threat creation....

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the corporate world has been transformative, reshaping the way businesses operate and make decisions. As organisations seek to leverage AI for improved efficiency and competitiveness, it is essential to examine the advantages and disadvantages associated with its implementation. What Are the Pros of AI in the Corporate World? One of the primary advantages of AI in the corporate sphere is its ability to streamline processes and enhance overall...

The UK government’s Frontier AI Taskforce is establishing an AI safety research team that can research and evaluate risks associated with advanced AI development. As set out in its first progress report on 7th September this year, the taskforce is working with various leading tech organisations, including RAND, ARC Evals, and Trail of Bits. Since then, the taskforce has also partnered with another three leading technical organisations: Advai, Gryphon Scientific and Faculty AI. These new contracts will tackle important questions about how AI can improve human capabilities...

Adarma has released a groundbreaking report titled "A False Sense of Cybersecurity: How a False Sense of Security Can Harm Your Business." This comprehensive study delves into essential aspects of security operations (SecOps), such as confidence levels, the proliferation of security tools, the integration of artificial intelligence, and the overall effectiveness and well-being of security teams. Drawing from a survey conducted with 500 cybersecurity professionals working in UK organisations with over 2000 employees, Adarma has...