In today’s digital economy, personal data is one of the most valuable assets. From social media platforms to healthcare providers and financial institutions, organizations constantly collect, process, and share personal information. But with this power comes responsibility. To safeguard privacy and prevent misuse, regulators worldwide — from the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe […]
how vulnerable critical healthcare systems remain in the face of rising ransomware attacks and data breaches worldwide The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) has confirmed a major cyberattack that led to the exposure of over 100,000 patient records. The breach, discovered earlier this month, raises serious concerns about healthcare cybersecurity and patient data protection in […]
The UK government has announced plans to roll out a mandatory digital ID scheme, nicknamed “Britcard,” by 2029. The proposal would require citizens to store critical personal data — such as photos, birthdates, and residency details — directly on their smartphones. While officials argue the move will streamline identity verification, reduce fraud, and modernize public […]
A newly discovered vulnerability has put millions of OnePlus smartphone users at risk. The flaw, identified as CVE-2025-10184, allows malicious apps to read and exploit SMS/MMS messages without proper user permissions. Security researchers at Rapid7 uncovered the issue, warning that attackers could potentially bypass app permissions, steal sensitive information, or even intercept two-factor authentication (2FA) […]
A recent cyberattack on Kido International, a private nursery group operating 18 branches across Greater London, has raised alarm in the UK and beyond. The personal data of around 8,000 children — including names, photos, addresses, and family contact details — was stolen by a notorious ransomware group. This incident highlights the growing risks of […]