In 2022, 257 terabytes of data were leaked worldwide, with 43% of leaks occurring in Brazil. This highlights the need for data centres to have enhanced physical and digital security measures to protect information storage and infrastructure from cyber breaches. Best practices could include regular updates to software and applications, multi-factor authentication, and encrypting data. Global organisations must prioritise IT security investment to prevent loss of customer trust and future business opportunities.

DuckDuckGo Rolls Out New Scam Blocker to Protect Users from Online Threats
DuckDuckGo has enhanced its Scam Blocker to protect against various online threats, including fake e-commerce sites, scareware, and phishing. In 2024, FTC reported $12.5 billion