Issue 6
Welcome back to The BUG, your go-to source for cybersecurity insights! In this edition, we're excited to share fresh articles from Barrier's leading experts, including a brand-new article from our GRC team. Additionally, catch up on any news you may have missed, including our Barrier Teambuilding day, as well as exciting new events you won't want to miss.
Alleviating Alert Fatigue with an MSSP
Alert Fatigue is a growing challenge for cybersecurity teams, with overwhelming notifications increasing the risk of missing critical threats. But there’s a solution: Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs). Discover how partnering with an MSSP, like Barrier, can strengthen security and boost cyber resilience.
Read the full article by Barrier’s SOC Team Lead, Euan Carswell on our blog.
Overcoming Vendor Sprawl to Cut Costs and Improve Security
Over the last few years, the cybersecurity market has exploded with 'must have' tools.
This often results in confusion, causing them to either under purchase, which leaves dangerous gaps in their infrastructure, or over purchase, which dramatically increases the number of supply chain vendors needing to be managed.
Our Managing Director, Ian McGowan, explains how MSSP's can help streamline purchases, reduce vendor sprawl, and bolster organisational resilience.
The Cybersecurity Threat Landscape January 2025: Insights for UK Organisations
We step into 2025 with a continually shifting cybersecurity landscape, with cybercriminals evolving their tactics, targeting new vulnerabilities, and exploiting emerging technologies. For UK organisations, the threat of cyberattacks is intensifying, underscoring the need for robust, proactive security measures to safeguard sensitive data, protect critical infrastructure, and ensure business continuity.
With these rising challenges, what key threats and trends should UK organisations be prepared for in the months ahead? Ciara Morgan, GRC Analyst at Barrier, discusses her thoughts.
Cybersecurity Predictions 2025
How will the ransomware landscape evolve in 2025? Will law enforcement take a more uncompromising stand against criminals and cryptos, or will they work harder to deter victims from paying? Plus, what overlooked avenues could criminals use to breach organisations?
Our CTO, Ryan McConechy, answer these questions and set out what trends we could see in the cybersecurity landscape in 2025.
Barrier Selected To Address Financial Crime Challenges
We’re excited to share that Barrier has been selected as one of the 15 firms to progress to the next stage of the Innovation Call on Financial Crime with FinTech Scotland🎉
This incredible opportunity allows us to work alongside leading industry partners and academic experts within the Financial Regulation Innovation Lab to address critical challenges in the fight against financial crime. Check out the full post here.
Barrier Hits the Bullseye
At the end of last month, the Barrier team came together for our Annual All Hands Day—a time to reflect, collaborate, and align on our vision for the future. After a day of meaningful discussions, we swapped laptops for darts at Flight Club Glasgow! 🎯
Interactive darts brought out the competitive spirit, teamwork, and a lot of laughs. It was a fantastic way to unwind, connect, and celebrate the past year. Watch our highlights reel here.
Digit Expo East
In November, Barrier exhibited at our biggest event of the year - Digit Expo in the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. We had the pleasure of exhibiting with our esteemed partners, and had a great day showcasing our innovative solutions and products with our team. 🏁Our Mario Kart competition saw some competitive racing, as the fasted lap of the day took home a brand new Nintendo Switch!
Until next time,
The Barrier Team