A recent study by BT highlights a critical cybersecurity gap among UK SMEs, with 39% neglecting essential training. This oversight leaves nearly two million businesses vulnerable to cyberattacks like phishing and ransomware, which affect 85% of companies.
SK Telecom faced a cybersecurity breach affecting 26.9 million customers, highlighting security challenges in the telecom industry. With USIM card shortages resolved, SKT resumes new subscriber acquisitions, having established a robust reservation system.
Digicel Group and Symptai Consulting have partnered to enhance business solutions in the Caribbean. Leveraging Digicel’s investment, this collaboration strengthens cybersecurity and digital transformation services. With Symptai’s expertise, Digicel now offers expanded ICT solutions, empowering Caribbean businesses for global competitiveness.
Telefonica is investigating a potential cyberattack after sensitive data from one million former Peruvian customers was leaked. The breach, linked to hacker group Dedale, comes amid growing global threats to telecom firms.
The UK is revolutionizing its cybersecurity approach by launching a dedicated cyber command led by Defence Minister John Healey. This strategic move empowers the nation to tackle state-sponsored cyber threats more effectively than ever before. With a £1 billion investment, the initiative strengthens offensive and defensive cyber capabilities.
To bolster Germany’s critical infrastructure, OneFiber is deploying a 1.6 Tbps optical network using Ciena technology. This cutting edge system enhances security, supports real world testing, and delivers ultra fast, reliable connectivity across 5500 kilometers of fiber—empowering public and private sectors with future ready digital resilience.
Exabeam and Vectra AI have partnered to strengthen threat detection and streamline security operations. By combining advanced network analytics with automated response tools, the integration offers faster insights, centralized visibility, and reduced manual effort.
Telefónica Tech has partnered with SpyCloud to boost cyber intelligence services, using real-time detection of stolen credentials to prevent identity-based attacks. This move strengthens Telefónica’s ability to help businesses defend against threats like ransomware and digital fraud through proactive monitoring and early threat identification.
Lumen Technologies unveils Defender Plus, a network-edge cybersecurity solution that proactively blocks threats before they reach enterprise systems. Powered by Black Lotus Labs’ threat intelligence, the tool dramatically reduced alerts and attacks during trials, allowing IT teams to focus on strategic tasks while maintaining strong, real-time protection across high-capacity networks.
The UK government’s proposed Cyber Security and Resilience Bill signifies a crucial advancement in enhancing national cybersecurity. Aimed at fortifying digital security for critical infrastructure, this legislation targets the escalating cyber threats faced by hospitals, energy networks, and IT providers.
