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1). CYBER AWARENESS: UK Faces Unprecedented Surge in Data Breaches: 60M Accounts Compromised in 2024 The UK experienced a staggering 14-fold increase in online account breaches in 2024, with nearly 60 million user accounts compromised—equating to two breaches every second, according to Surfshark’s latest report. Despite the UK’s reputation for strong cybersecurity measures, social media platforms remain a weak link. The country ranked 9th globally for breaches, a sharp rise from 6th place in 2023, when only 4.2 million accounts were affected. In contrast, Ireland saw just 4.9 million breaches. Why Are UK Users So Vulnerable? Experts warn that stolen credentials are fuelling cybercrime, from crypto scams to ticket fraud …

2). CYBER SKILLS: 1.7 million UK SMEs have upskilled their digital capabilities More than 1.7 million UK (SMEs) – a fifth of the UK’s total business population – have upskilled their digital capabilities thanks to the free range of business resources and guidance available through the Vodafone Business V-Hub online service. Vodafone launched V-Hub in 2020 to help businesses expedite their digital transformation efforts after the COVID-19 lockdown. V-Hub features a library of business resources covering everything from setting up a new website & managing a business online to marketing and cybersecurity. The success of Vodafone’s 3-part documentary series ‘Digital SOS’, which was launched during 2023 in partnership with entrepreneur and ‘Diary of a CEO’ host Steven Bartlett, was also instrumental in driving businesses to V-Hub …

3). BLOCKCHAIN and IoT: A Game-Changer for Small Businesses – CyberKPI: Blockchain is a decentralized digital ledger that records transactions across multiple computers in such a way that the registered data cannot be altered retroactively. It’s best known as the technology behind Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, but its applications extend far beyond that. Blockchain ensures transparency, security, and immutability, making it a powerful tool for various industries. The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a network of interconnected devices that can collect and exchange data. IoT devices gather and transmit data in real-time, allowing for enhanced automation, monitoring, and data-driven decision-making.

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