Law enforcement stories
LockBit takedown reshapes ransomware threat landscape
Last month
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Secureworks' Counter Threat Unit reveals a marked shift in the ransomware landscape, with LockBit's influence waning amidst coordinated law enforcement efforts.
Genetec launches AutoVu Cloudrunner in Australia & NZ
Last month
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data analytics
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law enforcement
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data security
Genetec has launched AutoVu Cloudrunner, a cloud-based vehicle investigation system aimed at enhancing public safety in Australia and New Zealand.
UK firms reluctant to report ransomware incidents, says study
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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ransomware
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phishing
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email security
A report by Illumio reveals that 73% of UK organisations hesitate to report ransomware incidents, citing fears of exposure and financial repercussions.
AbuSearch team wins award at SAS hackathon for AI project
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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sas
A UK team, AbuSearch, has won a global hackathon's 'Data for Good' award for developing AI-driven solutions to combat online child sexual abuse.
Exclusive: Mandatory ransomware reporting key to Australia's cyber resilience
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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cybersecurity
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digital economy
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law enforcement
Australia is set to enhance its cybersecurity by introducing mandatory reporting laws for ransomware payments, aiming to strengthen national resilience against cyber extortion.
WatchGuard predicts rise in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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malware
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firewalls
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phishing
WatchGuard Technologies warns of a surge in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025, urging firms to adopt a proactive approach against evolving risks.
AFP trials AI to improve operations & officer welfare
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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genai
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ai
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microsoft
The Australian Federal Police is trialling artificial intelligence to enhance operations and officer well-being, collaborating with Microsoft to leverage technology responsibly.
Cybercriminals mirror Black Friday with dark market deals
Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender has unveiled how cybercriminals mimic festive shopping habits, accessing dark markets for illicit goods, from fake IDs to narcotics.
Fivecast wins National Exporter Award for technology
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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genai
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ai
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investment
Fivecast has clinched the National Australian Exporter Award for Advanced Technologies, marking a notable second win at the 62nd Australian Export Awards.
Ransomware-as-a-Service group BianLian opts for unique model
Sat, 23rd Nov 2024
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ransomware
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encryption
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risk & compliance
The BianLian data extortion group operates differently from typical ransomware gangs, showing remarkable adaptability in their operations, says expert Jason Baker.
SURF unveils AI tool to combat growing deepfake threats
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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cybersecurity
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enterprise security
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law enforcement
SURF Security has launched its AI-powered deepfake detection tool, capable of identifying AI imitations with 98% accuracy, to combat rising deepfake threats.
Meta dismantles over 2 million scam-linked accounts
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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cybersecurity
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collaboration
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meta
Meta has dismantled over two million accounts linked to global scam centres, collaborating with law enforcement to tackle sophisticated online fraud schemes.
Trellix report reveals evolving ransomware ecosystem trends
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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edutech
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ransomware
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ai security
Trellix's latest CyberThreat Report reveals a rapidly evolving ransomware landscape shaped by AI advancements and law enforcement actions.
Trellis Data unveils speedier, greener AI decoding tech
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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cx
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martech
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genai
Trellis Data has launched a new AI decoding method, Dynamic Depth Decoding, which could cut computational needs by 68.4% and speed up processes significantly.
Auror raises AUD $72.6m to tackle retail crime globally
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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physical security
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woolworths
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auror
Auror has raised AUD $72.6 million in Series C funding to enhance its retail crime-fighting technology and expand into North America and the UK.
Kaspersky aids INTERPOL in disrupting global cybercrime
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
Kaspersky has aided INTERPOL's Operation Synergia II, assisting in the disruption of cyberthreats globally and leading to 41 arrests across 95 countries.
Altia launches OSINT Investigator to enhance digital probes
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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risk & compliance
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open source
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data privacy
Nottingham's Altia unveils OSINT Investigator, a software aimed at transforming law enforcement investigations amid a surge in digital data.
Licence Plate Recognition – What it is and how it works
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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physical security
Licence Plate Recognition technology is revolutionising vehicle identification in Australia, enhancing traffic management, law enforcement, and parking systems.
CompTIA becomes National Ambassador for NCRCG in the UK
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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payment technologies
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
CompTIA has become a National Ambassador for the NCRCG, boosting collaboration to enhance cyber resilience across the UK economy.
RansomHub becomes dominant ransomware group in Q3 2024
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Ransomware activity rose by 2.3% in Q3 2024, with 'RansomHub' overtaking 'LockBit' as the most active group, according to ReliaQuest's latest report.