Cybersecurity

Blackpanda Secures US$6.7 Million Investment to Enhance Cyber Emergency Response Services in Asia

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Blackpanda, a Singaporean company providing cyber emergency response services for businesses, has secured a substantial boost with a US$6.7 million strategic investment round co-led by Singtel Innov8 and Gaw Capital Partners, alongside WI Harper Group. This funding aims to propel Blackpanda’s expansion throughout Asia while enhancing its flagship “IR-1” cybersecurity solution. The investment, which brings … Read more

Is Small Business Cyber Insurance More Vital Than Ever?

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Perhaps there was a time when being a small business meant flying under the radar, not worth a criminal’s trouble. But in today’s digital age, with criminals casting wide nets instead of fishing with precision hooks, size no longer provides safety. Technology has transformed the game, turning small businesses into likely victims of cybercriminals who … Read more

The Call Is Coming from Inside the Office: Tackling Insider Cybersecurity Threats

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Most months are recognized for a few things—October for Halloween, February for love, and November for gratitude. On the other hand, September is celebrated for a few important observances: Labor Day, back-to-school season, and another you might not have heard of—National Insider Threat Awareness Month (NITAM). We’d try to make a joke about the call … Read more

Microsoft Expands Secure Future Initiative to Tackle Growing Cybersecurity Threats

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An interesting blog post from Microsoft sheds light on the company’s Secure Future Initiative (SFI), a comprehensive cybersecurity effort that has grown rapidly since its launch in November 2023. The post highlights SFI’s expansion in May 2024 and details its progress across six key security pillars. Microsoft claims that SFI, with 34,000 full-time engineers, represents … Read more

Cyber Risk Tops Business Concerns as Threats Surge, Travelers Report Finds

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If you’re a regular reader of this site, it won’t surprise you to learn that cyber risks have once again taken the top spot as the biggest concern for U.S. businesses. According to the 2024 Travelers Risk Index, cyber threats now worry more business leaders than any other issue. The annual survey conducted by The … Read more

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