Cybersecurity expertise has risen to the forefront of the UK’s technology hiring agenda, becoming the most sought after and among the highest paid technical skill sets.

While large corporations often dominate headlines after cyber attacks, family-owned enterprises are increasingly becoming preferred targets for cyber criminals.

Cybersecurity is the discipline devoted to protecting that digital world, and it has become one of the defining challenges of the 21st century.

The Cyber Security and Resilience Bill passed its second reading, and has progressed through to the committee stage. This fast-moving legislation marks a significant step forward in the government’s efforts to strengthen national cyber defences.

For family businesses, 2026 is shaping up to be less about chasing the next big thing and more about stewardship and protecting what matters, while preparing for what’s coming.

UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are preparing to switch off for Christmas will leave themselves vulnerable to attack, according to new research.

Organisations adopting AI governance measures, specifically real-time monitoring and oversight committees, are far more likely to report improvements in revenue growth, employee satisfaction and cost savings.

UK consumers are the most likely to think that fraud will become a bigger issue for banks and insurers in the next five years, compared to other European countries. The new findings from CRIF, Europe’s leading provider of consumer and credit information, shows that four in five Brits (84%) expect the scale of fraud to become an even bigger issue between now and 2030, with the level of expectation higher than in Germany (80%), France (77%), Italy (76%), and Poland (76%). Brits

National security concerns are rapidly becoming a defining influence on corporate innovation strategies worldwide, according to the seventh annual International Innovation Barometer published today. The latest report by innovation funding consultancy Ayming finds that national security concerns, from geopolitical instability to supply chain vulnerabilities, have become a top priority. Over two-thirds (67%) of small, and 85% of large, businesses are now integrating national s

New research from international recruitment firm, Robert Half, has revealed that nearly half (45%) of UK employers are planning to increase permanent headcount in their IT & Technology functions before the end of 2025. A further 36% are investing in contract professionals to maintain agility and address critical skills shortages in the function, with cybersecurity driving much of the demand. The findings, part of Robert Half’s latest Hiring Intentions data, show that while AI

In light of the recent cyber attacks on M&S and Co-op, businesses are being urged to improve their digital security or run the risk of cyber-attacks. That’s the warning from tech expert Juliet Moran from TelephoneSystems.Cloud who claims the UK’s small businesses are ill equipped to deal with data breaches and hacking.   It comes after the news that M&S says its online services will continue to be disrupted until July, with the company expecting a fall in profits of £300m.  

Deloitte Global has released the fourth edition of the Global Future of Cyber survey, which found that cybersecurity is increasingly becoming a cornerstone of many organisations’ growth strategies and business plans amidst today’s advanced and complex threat landscape. The findings from Deloitte Global’s largest cyber-related survey to date show how decision-makers are shifting their responses to cyber threats. Among other strategies, businesses are increasing the responsibil

Alina Timofeeva, a board member for the British Computer Society, has expressed deep concern over the recent UK Budget's potential impact on small businesses, particularly regarding AI security, Cyber security, and innovation. "The increased tax burden on small businesses will inevitably lead to reduced investment in critical areas like AI security, Cyber security and innovation," Timofeeva warned. "This could leave them more vulnerable to Cyber attacks, which are on the rise

HLB has released its fifth annual Cybersecurity Report, providing crucial insights from over 600 senior IT professionals. This year's theme, "Cybersecurity Fundamentals," explores the pressing need for organisations to focus on essential security practices amidst a landscape of increasing vulnerabilities and evolving technological challenges. HLB undertook this research to empower organisations with the knowledge and strategies necessary to safeguard their digital assets. Thi

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month draws attention to the growing importance of digital security, new research reveals that cybersecurity is being neglected by UK CEOs, posing significant risks to businesses. A survey conducted by compliance training provider Skillcast found that only 6% of CEOs list cybersecurity as a top priority, ranking it ninth out of twelve major regulatory concerns. Despite the increasing frequency of cyberattacks and data breaches, many CEOs continue t

Two-thirds of consumers do not trust a company after a data breach. A cybersecurity expert explains the significance of cyberattacks and ways to minimize reputational damage. Cybersecurity breaches are a significant threat to a company's financial health and its reputation. While the immediate consequences of cybercrime often involve data loss, corrupted information, and compromised accounts, the long-term implications can be far more devastating. Reputation management sho

Amid intensifying geopolitical tensions, ransomware attacks in 2024 are set to reach record levels, escalating the risks faced by companies worldwide. There is a shift toward more sophisticated extortion tactics, emphasizing the urgent need for coordinated global action and robust incident response strategies as organizations confront increasingly aggressive and persistent cyber threats, says GlobalData , a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s latest Thematic Inte

More than half of businesses plan to adopt AI within the next two years according to the latest research findings with leading cybersecurity expert claiming that adoption of AI in businesses is both exciting and concerning. Key Findings: 57% of organisations plan to implement AI solutions. Two-thirds (66%) of organizations said that their total IT budget will be increasing in 2024. Purchase of cybersecurity solutions/services/apps (61%), were the most popular IT investments a

Stolen credentials through phishing attacks were the most common cause of cyber breaches among UK businesses last year, a new study has revealed. Cybersecurity firm IDEE commissioned an independent survey of more than 500 IT and cybersecurity professionals within UK businesses. It found that 61%) of businesses experienced a cyber breach in 2023, with 25% suffering three or more. When asked to name the cause or causes of their most recent breach, 35% said it was the result of

A new World Economic Forum report provides a snapshot of the multifaceted challenges facing the global cybersecurity landscape. While increased geopolitical tensions and economic instability continue to concern industry experts, the report spotlights widening cyber inequity and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, as key rising risks for the year ahead in the fast-growing cybersecurity sector. Key Findings: With ‘cyber insecurity’ still featuring prominent