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Identity fraud costs firms USD $7 million annually worldwide
Customer Experience

Identity fraud costs firms USD $7 million annually worldwide

Identity fraud costs businesses USD $7 million yearly worldwide, with Asia Pacific firms facing rising threats from sophisticated attacks, a new study finds.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
AI amplifies cyber threat; non-human identities at risk
Ransomware

AI amplifies cyber threat; non-human identities at risk

A report by Delinea reveals a troubling rise in cyber attacks amid growing vulnerabilities in AI, highlighting that 97% of organisations expose non-human identities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Okta launches new tools to secure AI & digital identities
Privileged Access Management

Okta launches new tools to secure AI & digital identities

Okta has launched new features aimed at bolstering security for AI agents and non-human identities, addressing challenges arising from generative AI integration.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Identities over intrusions: Identity Management Day sparks new considerations
Data Protection

Identities over intrusions: Identity Management Day sparks new considerations

On Identity Management Day, experts warn that modern cyber threats now exploit identity flaws, urging organisations to adopt adaptive, zero trust strategies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Identity-first approach urged in cybersecurity strategies
Data Protection

Identity-first approach urged in cybersecurity strategies

As cyber threats evolve, experts urge a shift to identity-first security strategies, focusing on robust identity management to combat rising credential theft.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Bitdefender unveils new family security plans for consumers
Cybersecurity

Bitdefender unveils new family security plans for consumers

Bitdefender has launched new Family Plans, offering tailored security solutions as cybercrime losses soar to over USD $1 trillion globally, ensuring families stay protected.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
Identity Management Day focuses on digital security future
Data Protection

Identity Management Day focuses on digital security future

As Identity Management Day approaches on 8 April, experts highlight the urgent need for robust digital identity security amid rising threats and technological change.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
SailPoint unveils AI suite to boost identity security ops
Cybersecurity

SailPoint unveils AI suite to boost identity security ops

SailPoint has launched its AI suite, Harbor Pilot, aimed at revolutionising identity security operations with automated tasks and enhanced management for AI agents.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
SquareX warns of rising browser-native ransomware threat
Software-as-a-Service

SquareX warns of rising browser-native ransomware threat

SquareX warns of an emerging threat from browser-native ransomware, posing severe risks to internet users as cybercriminals adapt to new vulnerabilities.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
Exclusive: GBG's Carol Chris on innovation, fraud prevention and growth
Unified Communications

Exclusive: GBG's Carol Chris on innovation, fraud prevention and growth

Carol Chris, General Manager of GBG APAC, emphasises innovation in fraud prevention amid rising data breaches, as demand for compliance solutions grows.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
Empowering women in tech: Bridging leadership gaps
Cybersecurity

Empowering women in tech: Bridging leadership gaps

On International Women's Day, leaders urge systemic changes in tech to bridge the gender gap, emphasising inclusion for driving innovation and equitable advancement.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 8th Mar 2025
Generative AI in dating apps: women face increased risks
Financial Systems

Generative AI in dating apps: women face increased risks

A survey by Sumsub reveals that nearly half of British dating app users see deepfakes as heightening risks, particularly affecting women's safety.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025

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ConnectID & Caresquare partner to combat NDIS fraud
Cloud Services

ConnectID & Caresquare partner to combat NDIS fraud

ConnectID has partnered with Caresquare to enhance identity verification in the NDIS, tackling fraud that costs AUD $2 billion annually.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Legal leaders discuss data risk at Relativity Fest Sydney
Data governance

Legal leaders discuss data risk at Relativity Fest Sydney

At Relativity Fest Sydney, legal experts discussed evolving data protection laws and the surge in cyber risk, highlighting the urgent need for organisational preparedness.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Australia to test age verification tech for social media ban
Data Privacy

Australia to test age verification tech for social media ban

Incode Technologies is set to trial age verification technology in Australia as the government prepares a nationwide ban on social media for users under 16.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
IDnow secures investment to expand global identity market
Gaming

IDnow secures investment to expand global identity market

IDnow has secured a strategic majority investment from Corsair Capital, enhancing its position in the European identity verification market and fuelling global expansion.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
BankID joins advisory boards to enhance UK digital IDs
Financial institutions

BankID joins advisory boards to enhance UK digital IDs

TISA Commercial Enterprise has announced that Norwegian Digital ID firm BankID will join the advisory committees of Select ID to enhance digital identity accessibility in the UK.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2025
NFTs aren't just art - they will shape your future
Gaming

NFTs aren't just art - they will shape your future

NFTs are evolving beyond digital art, impacting sectors like music and finance, and offering unique opportunities for ownership in the digital future.

By Janine Grainger • 7 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2025