The UK Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2024 reveals a surge in cyber-attacks, with 50% of companies affected. Rising threats like spear phishing and BEC scams highlight the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures globally, as cybercrime costs continue to climb.
CNC Newsroom and Tim Dole highlight Australia's 2023-2030 Cyber Strategy, focusing on the Six Shields framework. Recent cyberattacks, like those on DP World and Optus, stress the need for stronger defences and deeper alliances, especially under AUKUS, as Australia aims for cyber resilience.
November 2023 saw the 23andMe data breach, Australia's Cyber Strategy launch, OpenAI's Sam Altman saga, and cyber warfare in the Israel-Gaza conflict. These events underscore the increasing importance of cybersecurity, AI regulation, and hybrid warfare on a global scale.
