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APAC AI surge exposes critical gaps in API security controls
Firewalls

APAC AI surge exposes critical gaps in API security controls

Over 80% of APAC firms use AI-driven APIs, but many lack strong security, risking breaches as AI adoption surges, says new F5 report.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2025
The business benefits and challenges of Agentic AI
Physical Security

The business benefits and challenges of Agentic AI

Agentic AI enhances productivity by autonomously executing tasks but raises urgent security risks as businesses adopt these powerful tools.

By Gareth Cox • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
F5 named overall leader in 2025 KuppingerCole WAAP report
Firewalls

F5 named overall leader in 2025 KuppingerCole WAAP report

F5 has been named overall leader in the 2025 KuppingerCole report for its advanced Web Application and API Protection solutions across complex multi-cloud environments.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025
Salesforce data theft campaign exposes SaaS integration risks
Multi-factor authentication

Salesforce data theft campaign exposes SaaS integration risks

State-sponsored hackers have stolen OAuth2 tokens from Salesforce integrations, compromising hundreds of organisations and exposing risks in SaaS connectivity.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
LevelBlue & Akamai launch managed service for web app security
Firewalls

LevelBlue & Akamai launch managed service for web app security

LevelBlue and Akamai have teamed up to offer a managed web app and API security service, tackling rising threats with AI-driven, 24/7 protection and expert support.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2025
AI-generated code raises security risks as governance lags
Application Security

AI-generated code raises security risks as governance lags

Over half of organisations use AI coding assistants, yet only 18% have formal governance, raising security risks amid rising breaches, says Checkmarx report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2025
Shadow AI surge heightens enterprise security risks, study finds
Data Loss Prevention

Shadow AI surge heightens enterprise security risks, study finds

Enterprise use of generative AI platforms has surged 50%, with shadow AI posing rising data security risks as unsanctioned apps operate beyond IT control.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
Netacea unveils Talos to combat rising intelligent web threats
Application Security

Netacea unveils Talos to combat rising intelligent web threats

Netacea launches Talos, a cutting-edge detection engine using machine learning to tackle complex automated web threats across APIs, sites and apps.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Most fintechs fail API security, risking sensitive payment data
Data Protection

Most fintechs fail API security, risking sensitive payment data

New research reveals 84% of fintechs lack robust API security, exposing sensitive payment data to significant cyber risks beyond regulated sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Exclusive: Qualys' Sam Salehi explains why ANZ firms are turning to risk platforms
Cloud Security

Exclusive: Qualys' Sam Salehi explains why ANZ firms are turning to risk platforms

Qualys' ANZ MD Sam Salehi says firms in Australia and New Zealand are adopting risk platforms amid a cybersecurity skills crisis and evolving threats.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
F5 launches post-quantum cryptography tools for secure future
Data Protection

F5 launches post-quantum cryptography tools for secure future

F5 has launched post-quantum cryptography tools within its Application Delivery and Security Platform to help firms protect data from future quantum computing threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025
Outpost24 identifies key OAuth risks & best practice solutions
Application Security

Outpost24 identifies key OAuth risks & best practice solutions

Outpost24 reveals seven common OAuth risks and offers best practices to help organisations prevent unauthorised access and data breaches through better token security.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Sat, 21st Jun 2025
Fortinet expands AWS Marketplace suite to boost cloud security
Firewalls

Fortinet expands AWS Marketplace suite to boost cloud security

Fortinet enhances AWS Marketplace with updated Lacework FortiCNAPP and new security solutions to bolster cloud protection across hybrid and multi-cloud setups.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
AI Agents - The struggle to balance automation, oversight, & security
DevOps

AI Agents - The struggle to balance automation, oversight, & security

Visa's plan to use AI agents for automatic payments sparks debate over security risks and whether consumers will trust machines handling their money.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 17th Jun 2025

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Approov secures GBP £5 million to advance mobile app security
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Approov secures GBP £5 million to advance mobile app security

Approov has raised GBP £5 million to enhance its mobile app security, aiming to protect apps and APIs against evolving cyber threats including AI-driven attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025
Australian firms increase AI use in cybersecurity despite new risks
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Australian firms increase AI use in cybersecurity despite new risks

Sixty-two percent of Australian firms now use AI in cybersecurity, despite 87% fearing it may raise cyber risk in the next three to five years, research shows.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Norway adopts FAPI 2.0 to secure national healthcare data
Data Protection

Norway adopts FAPI 2.0 to secure national healthcare data

Norway mandates FAPI 2.0 security protocol across its national healthcare network to enhance protection of patient data with banking-level safeguards.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025