CYBER INSIGHTS: Friday 24 January 2025 – Today’s SME Cybersecurity News & Intel
January 24, 2025





Helping Keep Small Business CYBERSafe!
Gibraltar: Friday 24 January 2025 at 07:00 CET
CYBER INSIGHTS: Welcome to Today’s Edition of CYBERInsights – The Roundup of Today´s UK Small Business Cybersecurity News & Intel …
Written & Curated By Iain Fraser – Cybersecurity Journalist
CYBERInsights – First for SME Cybersecurity News
1). AI: FRIEND OR FOE? AI Adoption Surges Among Start-ups, with Job Growth on the Horizon
#CyberSecurity #CyberAwareness #SME #SmallBusiness #SmallBusinessOwner #ThreatIntel #AI
Businesses are increasingly turning to Artificial Intelligence (AI) to streamline operations, reduce costs, and bolster key functions such as cybersecurity, fraud prevention, content creation, and customer service. However, scepticism and misconceptions about AI’s role in business remain prevalent. Interestingly, a recent survey highlights that start-ups and micro-businesses are more likely to embrace AI than larger managed service providers (MSPs). This trend underscores AI’s transformative potential across industries, despite ongoing concerns about job displacement. Contrary to fears, AI is expected to be a net job creator …
2). CYBER RESILIENCE: UK Cyber Sector Powers Small Business Growth and Career Opportunities #CyberSecurity #CyberAwareness #SME #SmallBusiness #SmallBusinessOwner #ThreatIntel #Training
The UK’s thriving Cyber sector is a remarkable success story, contributing over £11 billion annually to the economy. To enhance the nation’s Cyber resilience, new initiatives aim to address skill gaps & meet the growing demand for expertise. These projects, first unveiled at a global cyber security meeting hosted by the UK in September, will empower individuals across the country with the skills needed for lucrative careers in cybersecurity. By strengthening the security of technology & digital services, they play a vital role in safeguarding the economy. Delivered through partnerships involving universities, community groups, & businesses, the projects leverage local expertise to address specific regional needs …
3). WHAT IS AI? A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO AI AND ITS IMPACT ? – CyberKPI: #CyberSecurity #CyberAwareness #SME #SmallBusiness #SmallBusinessOwner #ThreatIntel #AI #KPI
An in-depth exploration of Artificial Intelligence, covering its types, the role of machine learning and deep learning, practical applications, its intersection with cybersecurity, governance and ethical considerations, and its future impact on society. AI plays a crucial role in transforming cybersecurity defences by enhancing data protection and threat detection capabilities. AI-powered Cybersecurity systems can analyse vast amounts of data to identify anomalies and potential security breaches, significantly bolstering the resilience of organizations against Cyber threats. AI can detect patterns indicative of malicious activities and swiftly respond to mitigate potential risks, thereby fortifying Cybersecurity measures …
GDPR Training & Audits – Your business’s reputation is everything. If you’re not GDPR compliant, there is much more at stake for your company than a fine. Without your reputation and proof that you can offer your clients/customers complete privacy and protection, you could be left out in the cold. Our online course offers you a human approach to training while being informative and easy to follow. We also offer in-house training with Keith, who has been involved in the development of the General Data Protection Regulation with both the UK Information Commissioner’s Office and the Internet Advertising Bureau. As well as training, we are able to run full GDPR audits on your businesses terms and conditions and privacy policies.
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