Marks & Spencer downplayed a recent ‘cyber incident,’ which prompted experts to express concerns and offer advice. The extent and impact of the incident were not fully disclosed, leading to speculation about potential data breaches or cyberattacks. Marks & Spencer’s response and handling of the situation were closely watched and scrutinized by cybersecurity professionals.

System intrusions cause 80% of Asia-Pacific data breaches
System intrusions were responsible for 80% of data breaches in the Asia-Pacific region in 2025, according to Verizon’s Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR). The study