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1). SMEs Under Siege: 2.9 Billion Credential Leaks and 25% Ransomware Surge Target Smaller Businesses. New Bitsight research reveals underground Cybercrime economy increasingly focuses on small and medium enterprises as easier targets The Cybercrime underground (Dark Web) has undergone a dramatic transformation in 2024, according to Leading Cyber Risk Intelligence firm with Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) increasingly in the crosshairs of sophisticated criminal operations. Bitsight’s comprehensive 2025 State of the Underground Report, analysing tens of thousands of dark web posts through AI-driven intelligence, reveals alarming trends that should concern every SME owner. The 2025 State of the Underground report makes clear that cybercrime will continue evolving rapidly …

2). AI: How AI Council Tools Could Transform SME Operations: Lessons from Government’s £45bn Digital Push. Government trials of AI meeting assistant “Humphrey” reveal potential for small businesses to slash admin costs by 50% while improving service delivery The UK government’s ambitious rollout of artificial intelligence tools across 25 local councils offers valuable insights for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) seeking to streamline operations and reduce administrative burden. The trial of “Humphrey,” an AI suite that includes the meeting assistant tool “Minute,” demonstrates how intelligent automation can transform traditionally paper-heavy processes. What SMEs Can Learn from Council AI Trials …

3). WHAT IS RANSOMWARE & Is Your SME Vulnerable to Ransomware Attacks? – CyberKPI: Ransomware uses encryption to hold a victim’s information at a ransom, rendering it inaccessible until the attacker receives a payment. The malware used by the attackers now employ double-extortion and triple-extortion tactics. For instance, Cybercriminals not only encrypt the victim’s data but also steal it, threatening to leak it if the ransom is not paid. Companies that fail to adequately protect customer data may also face legal consequences, including potential lawsuits. Victims of Ransomware may be required to notify affected individuals if their personal data has been compromised, further complicating the aftermath of an attack …

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