Tag: National Cyber Security Centre (United Kingdom)

AutomotiveBusinessCybersecurity

UK’s Costliest Cyber Attack: Jaguar Land Rover Hack Estimated at £1.9 Billion

A recent cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover is projected to cost approximately £1.9 billion, making it the most expensive in UK history. The incident has disrupted production and supply chains, with full recovery not anticipated until 2026.

Unprecedented Financial Impact

The cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is reportedly the most economically damaging cyber event in UK history, with estimated costs reaching £1.9 billion, according to researchers at the Cyber Monitoring Centre (CMC). The attack, which began in late August, forced a five-week halt in production and caused extensive delays across JLR’s supply chain, affecting around 5,000 businesses. Analysts suggest that a full recovery may not be achieved until January 2026, highlighting the long-term repercussions of such incidents.

by Mason Drayton
InfrastructureTelecom

Fiber Shortages Stalling UK Data Center Expansion and AI Infrastructure Projects

Critical fiber infrastructure gaps are causing significant delays for UK data center projects according to a new industry survey. The report indicates that connectivity challenges are particularly affecting developments outside traditional data center hubs and hindering AI infrastructure deployment.

Fiber Infrastructure Gaps Disrupting UK Data Center Timelines

According to reports from networking firm Neos Networks, fiber availability has become a critical bottleneck for data center development across the United Kingdom. The survey, conducted in partnership with research firm Censuswide, reveals that 82 percent of UK data center operators have experienced delays in site builds or expansion projects specifically due to connectivity constraints.

by Darren Holt