M&S Suffers Major Cyber Attack: What It Means for UK Consumers and Why Cybersecurity Skills Matter

On 13 May 2025, the iconic British retailer Marks & Spencer confirmed that it had been the target of a major cyberattack. Customer names, contact details, dates of birth, and order histories were among the data stolen. Although payment details and passwords were not compromised, the attack caused substantial disruption …

AI Fuels Cyberattack Surge: UK Government Sounds the Alarm

The UK government has issued a stark warning about the growing threat of cyberattacks powered by artificial intelligence (AI). Speaking at the CyberUK 2025 conference, Cabinet Office Minister Pat McFadden revealed that both the frequency and severity of attacks are expected to increase as AI tools become more accessible to …