Threat briefing
Financial services threat intelligence report — 4–8 May 2026
During the reporting period the financial-services threat picture continued to be dominated by ransomware and pure data-extortion crews…
Peter Bassill16 min read · 6 reads
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Threat briefing
Financial services threat intelligence report — 27 April – 3 May 2026
During the reporting period the financial services threat picture continued to be dominated by ransomware and data-extortion crews, augmented by sustained credential-harvesting against retail and SME banking customers.
Peter Bassill14 min read · 12 reads
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How SOC as a Service Supports FCA, DORA and NIS2 Compliance
The regulatory environment for cyber security has undergone a fundamental shift. The FCA's PS21/3 operational resilience framework is now fully enforceable, DORA has been in effect since January 2025, and NIS2 transposition is reshaping obligations across the EU — with the UK's own Cyber Security and Resilience Bill following close behind. For organisations navigating these overlapping requirements, a well-structured SOC as a Service engagement is no longer a convenience. It is a compliance enabler. This article maps the specific requirements of each framework to the capabilities a modern managed SOC should deliver.
Peter Bassill17 min read · 11 reads