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UK cyber survey criticised over AI threat blindness

UK cyber survey criticised as specialists say AI-driven attacks are outpacing business defences, with SMEs still weak on training, backups and response.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 9 min read • Today

Data Protection

Cyber Essentials updates tighten remote working rules

NCSC overhaul of Cyber Essentials makes multi-factor authentication compulsory and sharpens rules on remote working, device ownership and patching.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Data Protection

UK organisations ramp up encryption to tackle evolving threats

A survey reveals 94% of UK organisations are boosting encryption amidst evolving cyber threats, yet inconsistent application still risks sensitive data exposure.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2025

Data Protection

More than 2,400 public sector data breaches reported in UK 2024

UK local authorities reported over 2,400 data breaches in 2024, highlighting concerns over device loss, human error, and public sector data security.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Jun 2025

Data Protection

UK firms report more breaches amid remote work, policy gaps

UK firms reporting data breaches to the ICO rose to 69%, with remote work risks rising as phishing and employee errors top causes amid policy gaps.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Data Protection

Apricorn, Every Child Online to boost safe tech donations

Apricorn partners with Every Child Online to enhance secure tech donations, aiming to bridge the UK's digital divide for disadvantaged youth and families.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2025

Data Protection

Over 1,200 government devices lost or stolen across 2024

Over 1,200 devices were reported lost or stolen across UK government departments in 2024, highlighting ongoing security challenges despite audits and efforts.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025

Data Protection

Poor password policies still threaten business cyber security

Despite advances in cyber protection, 27% of businesses lack strong password policies, risking credential theft and online fraud, warns cybersecurity expert.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025

Productivity

Apricorn unveils new Thunderbolt 4 docking station for hybrid work

Apricorn has unveiled its Aegis Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station, priced at GBP £180, to enhance connectivity for the growing number of remote UK workers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025

Data Protection

Data protection importance grows with AI & digital twins

The rise of AI and digital twins heightens the relevance of Data Protection Day, urges Jon Fielding of Apricorn, as personal data faces growing threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Data Protection

Why companies must rethink their recovery plans

As cyberattacks escalate, a recent survey reveals that many firms struggle to recover fully from data breaches due to inadequate backup strategies.

By Jon Fielding • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024

Phishing

Remote work trends spark new cybersecurity strategies

As remote work evolves, organisations must adapt to new cybersecurity challenges and regulatory demands, warns Apricorn's Jon Fielding.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024

Storage

Apricorn boosts storage in Aegis Secure Key 3NX line

Apricorn has expanded its Aegis Secure Key 3NX line, now offering hardware-encrypted USB drives with storage up to 512GB for enhanced data protection.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

Data Protection

UK firms double encryption policy use in 2024 study finds

Research by Apricorn reveals that the adoption of encryption policies among UK organisations has doubled in 2024, with 46% now mandating encryption for all data.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024