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June 13, 2025

From April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025, Kaspersky detected over 19 million attempts to download malicious or unwanted files disguised as popular Gen Z games. With GTA, Minecraft and Call of Duty among the most exploited, it’s clear that cybercriminals are actively following gaming trends to reach their targets. To help players stay safe, […]

June 11, 2025

By Adrian Hia, Managing Director for Asia Pacific, Kaspersky Industrial sectors face escalating cyber threats that jeopardize operations, safety, financial stability and further technological development. In 2024, 40% of industrial organizations globally reported cyber incidents according to Kaspersky. Proactive cybersecurity measures are no longer optional but a necessity to ensure business continuity, regulatory compliance and […]

June 9, 2025

Approximately 1 in 2 industrial organizations in Asia Pacific (APAC) estimate their financial losses caused by cyberattacks at over $1,000,000, with 12.9% reporting losses exceeding $5,000,000. Globally, almost one in four report losses exceeding $5,000,000, and for some, it surpasses $10,000,000. These findings were revealed in a joint study conducted by Kaspersky and VDC Research. […]

June 8, 2025

To mark International Children’s Day, Kaspersky has released its annual report on kids’ digital interests. The analysis, covering the period from May 2024 to April 2025, reveals a growing fascination with AI-powered chatbots, the viral rise of Italian brainrot memes like “tralalero tralala”, and growing attention to Sprunki — a rhythm-based game combining music and […]

June 3, 2025

To mark International Children’s Day, Kaspersky has released its annual report on kids’ digital interests. The analysis, covering the period from May 2024 to April 2025, reveals a growing fascination with AI-powered chatbots, the viral rise of Italian brainrot memes like “tralalero tralala”, and growing attention to Sprunki — a rhythm-based game combining music and […]

May 28, 2025

From Naruto to Attack on Titan, cybercriminals are increasingly using anime and other Gen Z favorites as bait. In a new report covering Q2 2024 – Q1 2025, Kaspersky has found over 250,000 cyberattacks disguised as popular anime among other shows and streaming platforms favored by younger audience. To help Gen Z recognize these and […]

May 27, 2025

In a new report, Kaspersky identified over 7 million compromised accounts belonging to streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video and others. For millions of Gen Z users, these streaming platforms play a central role in how this generation socializes and connects with global culture. To raise their awareness and build digital resilience, Kaspersky […]

May 22, 2025

Over the last weeks, Kaspersky detected a series of sophisticated attack attempts aimed at deceiving an organization’s finance team into paying fraudulent invoices. Emails mimicking correspondence between the organization’s CEO and contractor companies were sent to the organization’s finance department to persuade them into paying urgent “invoices” for alleged “consulting services”. These attack attempts highlight […]

May 21, 2025

Kaspersky has been named a Leader in the 2024 Frost Radar™ for Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) recognized for innovation in the CTI market. With its research team’s expertise spread across strategic locations, global customer support, and strong R&D investments, Kaspersky is ready to support defenders in staying ahead of evolving threats. Frost & Sullivan’s Frost […]

May 21, 2025

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Global cybersecurity and digital company Kaspersky raised urgent concerns about the rising misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) in cyberattacks across Asia Pacific (APAC), revealing new threat data and defensive strategies at its Cyber Insights 2025 forum held in Seoul. According to Kaspersky experts, 2024 saw over 3 billion malware attacks globally, with a daily average […]

Gen Z ’s favorite games used as bait in over 19 million attempted cyberattacks

From risk assessment to protection: how to build an effective security strategy in industrial enterprises

Almost a quarter of industrial companies report cyberattack damages exceeding $5 million

Kaspersky: AI curiosity among kids more than doubled in 2025

Kaspersky: AI curiosity among kids more than doubled in 2025

Over 250,000 cyberattacks disguised as anime: Kaspersky explores the dangers behind Gen Z’s favorite shows and platforms

Kaspersky: Over 7 million streaming accounts’ credentials were leaked in 2024

A targeted attack mimics communication from company CEO to steal funds

Kaspersky recognized as a Leader in Frost Radar for Cyber Threat Intelligence

Kaspersky warns of emerging AI threats in APAC, urges proactive defense with SOC