Over 14 million cyberattacks are being recorded every month by the Business Internet Security (BIS) service, the most frequent occurrences being ransomware, DDoS and phishing incidents, shows data centralized in the Business Internet Security 2025 report released on Tuesday.According to the 7th edition of the survey conducted by Orange Business, the energy sector remains the most exposed, being the target of 31% of the recorded cyberattacks. It is followed by public administration (27%) and the IT&C industry (25%).Also, Bucharest is the most targeted city in Romania, with over 1.25 million incidents prevented each month."The digitalization of Romanian companies comes not only with benefits, but also with significant security challenges, as attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and the protection of IT infrastructures is turning into an absolute priority for companies all across the board. (...) Ransomware remains the main threat, affecting 32% of the monitored organizations, while DDoS attacks saw an alarming increase, using IoT devices to generate large volumes of malicious traffic," the report states.Predictions for 2025 as far as cyberthreats are concerned highlight the increase in personalized attacks as a result of the use of Artificial Intelligence; the expansion of attacks on critical infrastructures, especially through ransomware; stricter regulations that will compel companies to invest in compliance; the vulnerability of supply chains and Internet of Things devices; increased automation of security processes, amid a lack of experts.Orange Business offers a range of complete threat protection solutions, such as: Business Internet Security (BIS) - protects company data, employees and visitors against cyberattacks; Threats & Exposures Management - AI-based security solution which detects, assesses and reports security vulnerabilities in websites, web applications and resources with public IPs; Security Operations Center (SOC) - protects companies against risks that may affect information, apps, databases, servers, workstations and systems.In a first, this year's edition of the Orange Business Internet Security 2025 report was also written in Romanian.
Step into 2025 with music, excitement, and unforgettable performances! New Year’s Eve at JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel is not just a celebration – it’s a grand spectacle where world-class entertainment, live music, and vibrant energy come together for a night to remember. This year, we’ve curated a sensational lineup of artists and performers to […]
The Bucharest Police recently announced that the city will host several commemorative ceremonies marking 35 years since the Romanian Revolution of December 1989, causing traffic restrictions around the city. The restrictions will be in place from Friday to Sunday, December 20-22, 2024. On Friday, December 20, at around 10:00 AM, a religious/military ceremony with wreath-laying […]
Alex Florența, the General Prosecutor of Romania, said on Friday, December 20, that harsher punishments are needed to combat incitement to violence and Legionnaire propaganda (related to Mișcarea Legionară, a Romanian interwar fascist movement) in public spaces effectively. To that end, the office of the General Prosecutor will propose new measures to combat such phenomena. However, […]
Dennis Lloyd, Inna, Damian & Brothers, and Killa Fonic are among the artists who will perform at Flight Festival 2025. The festival is scheduled to take place between June 20 and June 22 at Timișoara’s Banat Village Museum. For three days, the venue “will open its doors for an experience that combines music, nature, and […]
Around 67% of Romanians believe that the economic situation will worsen, 7% higher than the previous year, according to the EY Consumer Index Romania 2024. Findings suggest a challenging start of 2025 both economically and politically in Romania. Additionally, in 2024, more than half of respondents (59%) were extremely concerned about conflicts and external wars. […]
Polish LuxVet Group has acquired the Bucharest veterinary clinic RegalVet. The acquisition brings LuxVet’s local portfolio to five clinics and hospitals, one year after entering the local market. RegalVet Veterinary Clinic, which offers non-stop veterinary care, specializes in emergency veterinary medicine and surgery. The clinic employs ten qualified specialists, including veterinarians, technicians, and administrative staff. […]
