Data: 28bn IoT devices will need securing globally by 2028
A study has found that the global number of IoT devices protected by cybersecurity solutions will reach 28 billion by 2028; rising from only 14 billion in 2024, representing a growth of over 100% over the next four years. However the research, conducted by Juniper, says that despite this sizeable growth, and as the complexity of […]
Public sector pay gap putting UK cyber defences at risk, says research
A significant pay gap between private sector and UK government cybersecurity roles is jeopardising national security by hindering the public sector’s ability to attract and retain top talent. That’s according to analysis of publicly-available data by cyber security specialists at Naoris Protocol, which shows pay for key roles in cyber security can be nearly double in […]
Network operators will spend $6.3bn on quantum key distribution by end of the decade
A new study from Juniper Research has found telecoms market stakeholders will invest a cumulative spend exceeding $6 billion on developing and implementing quantum key distribution (QKD) between 2025 and 2030. QKD is a communication method that leverages quantum mechanics to create encryption keys that are unable to be intercepted by fraudulent players; increasing the security of network […]
Web3: Quantum computing, AI & the metaverse ‘fuel a perfect storm’ for cyber crime
The financial and operational damage caused by data breaches is poised to worsen dramatically, fuelled by advancements in quantum computing, Metaverse and artificial intelligence (AI), according to research. A global study conducted by Naoris Protocol reveals that the average cost of a data breach could climb to $5.3 million within five years, up from the […]
Device platform security front of mind among IT pros, says HP research
81% of IT and security decision-makers (ITSDMs) agree that hardware and firmware security must become a priority to ensure attackers cannot exploit vulnerable devices. An HP report, based on a global study of 800+ ITSDMs and 6,000+ work-from-anywhere (WFA) employees, shows that platform security is a growing concern. However, 68% report that investment in hardware and […]
Global public cloud spending by end-users to hit $723bn in 2025
Worldwide end-user spending on public cloud services is forecast to total $723.4 billion in 2025, up from $595.7 billion in 2024, as AI takes hold across the market. “The use of AI technologies in IT and business operations is unabatedly accelerating the role of cloud computing in supporting business operations and outcomes,” said Sid Nag, Vice President Analyst at Gartner. […]
Majority of UK government bodies lacking cyber insurance despite increasing threats
Many government entities remain unprepared for cyber incidents, with inadequate backup strategies and a lack of cyber insurance coverage, according to research based on Freedom of Information (FoL) request. 256-bit AES XTS hardware-encrypted USB drive specialist Apricorn has revealed findings from its annual survey and FoL requests, revealing what it says is a ‘concerning disregard’ for cyber insurance across both public and […]
Software supply issues leaving UK public sector vulnerable, says report
More than half (51%) of UK IT decision-makers across healthcare, education and government organisations received notification of an attack or vulnerability in their supply chain of software in the last twelve months. Worryingly, it took more than two in five (42%) of organisations more than a week to recover. BlackBerry’s survey of 200 IT decision-makers […]
One third of enterprises will automate 50% of network activities by 2026
By 2026, 30% of enterprises will automate more than half of their network activities, an increase from under 10% in mid-2023. “Infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders are increasingly looking to AI-based analytics and augmented decision making, including intelligent automation (IA), to improve operational resilience and responsiveness, address complexity and process increasingly large amounts of data through […]
Global information security spending to surpass $200bn in 2025
Worldwide end-user spending on information security is projected to total $212 billion in 2025, up 15.1% from $183.9 billion in 2024, according to data from Gartner, which attributes the expected growth to increased threats and a talent crunch. “The continued heightened threat environment, cloud movement and talent crunch are pushing security to the top of the priorities […]