Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly embracing cloud platforms to gain scalability, cost savings, and agility. But the cloud is not a “set-and-forget” solution — your environment is only as secure as your configuration, policies, and constant vigilance. Many breaches begin with small missteps: a misconfigured storage bucket, overly permissive access rights, or a

Hybrid work is here to stay. Teams split time between offices, home, co-working spaces. Traditional perimeter security (firewalls, VPNs) is no longer enough. Attackers exploit weak links: remote devices, misconfigured access, lateral movement. Zero Trust offers a modern, resilient approach. It works well in hybrid settings. You “never trust, always verify.” Every request—whether from inside

In today’s digital economy, every UK business, whether a small retailer or a growing fintech start-up, relies on data to function. Unfortunately, this also makes them a target. Cyber threats like phishing, ransomware, and data breaches have surged, and no organisation is immune. The cost of a single cyber-attack can cripple operations and damage trust.

In 2025, AI is transforming business, but it’s also empowering adversaries. UK small and medium enterprises (SMEs) must now contend with AI-driven threats that are faster, smarter, and more deceptive than ever. Below, we explore the five most urgent threats and practical strategies SMEs can adopt to defend themselves. 1. Hyper-Personalised AI Phishing & Spear-Phishing