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AI and supply chain threats to shape cybersecurity risks for UK businesses in 2026, warns Espria
Five major cybersecurity trends will dominate 2026, signalling the need for real-time, intelligence-driven protection. Smarter, faster and more interconnected cyber threats will reshape the UK risk landscape in 2026, with traditional security models no longer able to keep pace, according to new analysis from Espria. Brian Sibley, Virtual CTO at Espria warns that organisations are entering a cybersecurity environment defined by AI-driven attacks, opaque…
Read MoreBuilding a security-first framework against evolving cyberthreats
Written by Brian Sibley, Virtual CTO at Espria As the UK’s network and cloud security market evolves at an unprecedented pace, businesses face a barrage of sophisticated cyber threats and tightening regulations. Connectivity across business infrastructure has created an enormous attack surface for organisations of all sizes, meaning that cyber risk is undoubtedly a business…
Read MoreWhen IT operates in silos, businesses pay the price
The recent European airports cyberattack illustrates the systemic danger of siloed IT systems for organisations of all sizes. Businesses are investing more in digital technology than ever before, yet many are managing their IT services as disconnected pieces rather than as a single integrated entity. Connectivity, cloud, communications, print and security are often handled by separate providers, creating hidden inefficiencies and…
Read MoreIT Infrastructure is the hidden carbon culprit in the office and SMEs must change
Supply chain pressure, upcoming ESG regulation, and energy price volatility are forcing SMEs to prioritise IT sustainability, whether they’re ready or not. Sustainability is no longer a ‘nice to have’, it’s a business-critical necessity. From supply chain expectations to upcoming ESG reporting requirements, IT infrastructure is fast becoming a business-critical issue, yet many smaller organisations remain unprepared. With the UK legally committed…
Read MoreSMEs must re-architect the cloud with an effective MS Azure assessment, says Espria
UK leading managed services provider advises businesses to urgently assess MS Azure subscriptions to reduce costs and improve services. Staying abreast of the ever-evolving IT landscape is challenging, particularly as businesses strive to remain cost-conscious. Recent reports underscore the significant challenges faced by businesses. In late May 2025, over a three quarters (77%) of businesses with 10 or more employees reported that…
Read MoreUK SMEs must fortify their cybersecurity against geopolitical risks, says Espria
A recent Sky News investigation highlighted an uptick in cyberattacks tied to the Iran conflict that are targeting businesses across multiple sectors. Speaking at the NATO Summit, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer urged UK businesses, regardless of size or sector, to prioritise cybersecurity and ‘take immediate steps to review and strengthen their defences.’ While the warning is timely in tone, businesses are already…
Read MoreCyber insurance is the new compliance, but businesses are unprepared, says Espria
Leading technology provider warns that most UK SMEs are risking financial ruin by relying on outdated assumptions about cyber insurance. Insurance underwriters are now acting as de facto regulators of cybersecurity, demanding verifiable proof of robust security controls. From multi-factor authentication to rigorous incident response planning, many business owners are facing denied claims and wasted…
Read MoreAs social engineering surges, it’s time to insure and secure your business, says Espria
Building a cyber-aware culture and threat-protected business is the smartest risk investment to stay on top of the threat landscape. In a move that highlights the escalating cyber threats, the UK government recently announced the launch of a dedicated Vulnerability Research Institute (VRI) to bolster UK business cyber security defences. Designed to bring together the public and private sectors as well as individuals, the VRI emphasises…
Read MoreEspria hosts “SOC vs The Clock”, an immersive cyberattack simulation, at the Churchill War Rooms, London
Espria, will be hosting “SOC vs The Clock,” a high-intensity, immersive simulation event in partnership with Sophos. This experience is designed to provide IT and finance/operational leaders with a first-hand experience of the speed, impact and financial ramifications of acybersecurity breach. “SOC vs The Clock” is a first-of-its-kind event that brings together the IT andfinance/data…
Read MoreEspria continues in-house refresh with sustainable, BSI-certified refurbished option
Espria urges businesses to reduce e-waste and water consumption and avoid carbon emissions by using refurbished devices.
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