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1). THREAT INTELLIGENCE: SMISHING Scams Surge: How Fraudsters Are Targeting UK Victims Smishing, a portmanteau of ‘SMS‘ and ‘phishing‘, is a cyberattack where fraudsters send deceptive text messages to trick individuals into divulging personal or financial information. In the UK, these scams have become increasingly sophisticated, with cybercriminals impersonating trusted organisations to exploit recipients’ trust. One prevalent tactic involves fraudsters posing as delivery companies. Victims receive texts claiming a parcel is awaiting delivery, urging them to click a link to reschedule or pay a fee. These links lead to counterfeit websites designed to harvest personal details …

2). AI-Generated Copyright & The Evolving Regulatory Landscape A recent article by Global IP experts Marks & Clerk provides valuable insights into the impact of the European AI Act on copyright laws and AI-generated content. While the Act does not determine whether AI-generated works qualify for copyright protection or whether training on third-party content infringes copyright, it does introduce a crucial transparency requirement. UK Businesses Are Preparing for AI Compliance UK businesses are already anticipating similar regulations, with proactive measures emerging across various industries. Media organizations now disclose when AI has been used to edit news articles, often inviting readers to report errors …

3). PHISHING & Understanding the Threat of Phishing. – CyberKPI: Phishing, a deceptive cybercrime technique, poses a significant threat to SMEs globally, impacting them financially and operationally. Small Businesses are particularly vulnerable to Phishing attacks due to their limited resources and often inadequate cybersecurity measures. Cybercriminals exploit the lack of sophisticated IT security infrastructure in SMEs to launch successful Phishing campaigns, leading to substantial financial losses and reputational damage. Phishing scams often exploit human emotions, such as fear or urgency, compelling victims to act quickly without verifying the source of the communication …

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