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Mid-sized UK organizations are struggling with cybersecurity threats amid tightening regulations like the UK's Cyber Security and Resilience Bill and the EU's NIS2 and DORA. A 2025 incident highlighted vulnerabilities when a small company relying on basic Microsoft 365 protection was breached.

Ransomware attacks increased by 126% in Q1 2025, with 60% of SMBs unable to recover from attacks. Lean IT teams, often lacking dedicated security staff, face compliance challenges without adequate resources.

To address these issues, organizations must shift to unified security platforms that integrate endpoint, email, identity, and cloud protection. AI-driven automation can help these teams manage threats more effectively, allowing IT leaders to focus on strategic tasks rather than constant alert monitoring.