UK cybersecurity News

UK to Compel 1,000 Firms to Shore Up Cyber Defenses After Hacks

The UK government will pass legislation compelling companies providing IT services to critical national infrastructure to improve their cyber defenses after a wave of attacks by Russia, China, Iran and North Korea. As many as 1,000 firms will fall under …

Australia Bans DeepSeek From Government Tech Over Security

Australia has banned DeepSeek AI services from all government systems and devices, becoming one of the first countries to take direct action against a Chinese artificial intelligence startup that shook Silicon Valley and global markets this year. Home Affairs Minister …

UK Warns DeepSeek Users of Data Risks But Won’t Yet Ban It

As governments grapple with what to do about DeepSeek, China’s hot new AI model — including outright bans — the UK is issuing a warning to its citizens and business: be careful. “Ultimately it is a personal choice for people, …