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Techday NZ
26-06-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
ANZ organisations see high engagement with sophisticated email scams
Email attacks in the form of business email compromise (BEC) and vendor email compromise (VEC) are prompting growing concern for Australian and New Zealand (ANZ) organisations, as recent data demonstrates persistent employee engagement and under-reporting. The findings stem from analysis conducted by Abnormal AI, which monitored over 1,400 organisations globally—including in ANZ—across various sectors for a full year. The email security platform operated in passive, read-only mode, observing but not blocking potential threats. APAC and ANZ trends The report highlighted distinct behavioural differences across regions. In the wider Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, employees engaged with BEC emails after reading them 44.4% of the time—10% higher than with VEC emails. APAC was the only global region where engagement rates with BEC surpassed those with VEC. Additionally, APAC employees showed the highest repeat engagement with BEC globally at 5.65%, meaning that more than one in twenty BEC interactions involved employees who had previously engaged with a separate BEC attack. Within ANZ, engagement rates differed slightly compared to the APAC aggregate. ANZ employees engaged with BEC emails 42.60% of the time after reading them and with VEC emails at an even higher rate, 44.18%. However, ANZ showed the highest rate of repeat BEC engagement of any region worldwide, with 5.88% of BEC interactions initiated by employees who had previously replied to or forwarded a different BEC attack. Reporting rates The study found that reporting of suspicious emails among ANZ employees remains low. BEC attacks were reported at a rate of 1.87%, while VEC attacks were reported even less frequently at 0.90%. APAC as a whole had a similar pattern, with BEC reporting at 1.92%. Global context Globally, attackers attempted to steal more than USD $300 million via VEC in the twelve-month period examined, with 7% of engagements involving employees already exposed to previous attacks. The telecommunications sector had the highest global VEC engagement rate at 71.3%, followed by the energy and utilities sector at 56%. Entry-level sales staff were identified as particularly susceptible, with junior personnel engaging with 86% of VEC messages they had read. These patterns suggest that certain sectors and job roles may benefit from targeted training and awareness campaigns. Trends also differed markedly in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), where employees exhibited greater susceptibility to VEC attacks rather than BEC. In EMEA, the VEC engagement rate exceeded the BEC rate by 90%, and repeat engagement with VEC was more than double that for BEC. Reporting rates for VEC in EMEA were low (0.27%), while BEC was reported at 4.22%—the highest of any region. Expert commentary "Security behaviour is shaped by both cultural norms and compliance standards, and the APAC region exemplifies how these factors can shift the threat landscape," said Tim Bentley, Vice President of Asia-Pacific at Abnormal AI. "While VEC is a growing concern worldwide, the data indicates that attackers targeting APAC are still seeing continued success with executive or internal impersonation tactics instead." Addressing the rise in sophisticated phishing and impersonation attacks that use artificial intelligence, Bentley noted, "Attackers are leveraging AI to impersonate trusted identities with alarming accuracy. Whether the threat appears to come from a known vendor or a familiar executive, organisations in every region must invest in intelligent defences that adapt to regional behavioural patterns and automatically block attacks before employees ever see them." Security implications The report's findings draw attention to the need for a better balance between human vigilance and technical controls, particularly in environments where employee engagement with malicious content remains high and detection or reporting rates are low. Integrated, regionally-aware security solutions may be required to bridge the gap identified by Abnormal AI's research. Abnormal AI's data-driven insights suggest that attackers continue to adjust their methods according to regional employee behaviours, making ongoing monitoring and adaptability key considerations for organisational security strategies in ANZ and beyond.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Abnormal AI Launches in Japan to Deliver AI-Native Email Security to Local Enterprises
TOKYO, June 25, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Abnormal AI, the leader in AI-native human behavior security, today announced the launch of its operations in Japan. This expansion strengthens the company's operations in Asia-Pacific and reinforces its commitment to protecting enterprises worldwide from advanced email threats using behavioral AI. "Japan is a cornerstone of our international growth strategy," said Evan Reiser, Co-Founder and CEO of Abnormal AI. "As the third-largest economy and one of the most technologically advanced markets in the world, Japan presents a tremendous opportunity for Abnormal. We are committed to investing in the region to help Japanese enterprises redefine email security in the era of AI." The launch comes amid a sharp rise in socially-engineered email attacks targeting Japanese businesses. Traditional security tools often fall short against these sophisticated threats, which is where Abnormal AI's platform stands apart. Built on a cloud-native architecture and powered by behavioral AI, Abnormal's AI-native platform precisely stops the full spectrum of advanced email attacks—including phishing, business email compromise, vendor fraud, and emerging threats—by detecting anomalies among known normal behavior. "Abnormal leverages AI-native technology to proactively detect and stop sophisticated cyber threats powered by malicious AI—threats that frequently evade traditional defenses," said Kei Mitsuyama, Country Manager for Abnormal AI Japan. "Our advanced AI-driven approach not only increases threat detection accuracy, but also simplifies operations, reducing the burden on already-stretched security teams." The launch builds on Abnormal AI's momentum across the broader Asia-Pacific region, where the company is rapidly expanding its customer base and local teams to meet surging demand. "We've seen remarkable growth across the region as organizations increasingly recognize the need for modern, AI-powered security solutions," said Tim Bentley, Vice President of Asia-Pacific at Abnormal AI. "Japan is a strategic market for us, and we're excited to partner with leading enterprises here to deliver better protection with less complexity." Abnormal AI will be exhibiting at the Gartner Security and Risk Management Summit in Tokyo from July 23–25, where it will showcase its behavioral AI platform and discuss best practices for securing the modern workplace against today's most advanced threats. For more information about Abnormal AI and its email security solutions, please visit About Abnormal AI Abnormal AI is the leading AI-native human behaviour security platform, leveraging machine learning to stop sophisticated inbound attacks and detect compromised accounts across email and connected applications. The anomaly detection engine leverages identity and context to understand human behaviour and analyse the risk of every cloud email event—detecting and stopping sophisticated, socially-engineered attacks that target the human vulnerability. You can deploy Abnormal in minutes with an API integration for Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace and experience the full value of the platform instantly. Additional protection is available for Slack, Workday, ServiceNow, Zoom, and multiple other cloud applications. Abnormal is currently trusted by more than 3,200 organisations, including over 20% of the Fortune 500, as it continues to redefine how cybersecurity works in the age of AI. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Jade HillSenior Director of Communicationsmedia@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
25-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Abnormal AI Launches in Japan to Deliver AI-Native Email Security to Local Enterprises
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Abnormal AI, the leader in AI-native human behavior security, today announced the launch of its operations in Japan. This expansion strengthens the company's operations in Asia-Pacific and reinforces its commitment to protecting enterprises worldwide from advanced email threats using behavioral AI. 'Japan is a cornerstone of our international growth strategy,' said Evan Reiser, Co-Founder and CEO of Abnormal AI. 'As the third-largest economy and one of the most technologically advanced markets in the world, Japan presents a tremendous opportunity for Abnormal. We are committed to investing in the region to help Japanese enterprises redefine email security in the era of AI.' The launch comes amid a sharp rise in socially-engineered email attacks targeting Japanese businesses. Traditional security tools often fall short against these sophisticated threats, which is where Abnormal AI's platform stands apart. Built on a cloud-native architecture and powered by behavioral AI, Abnormal's AI-native platform precisely stops the full spectrum of advanced email attacks—including phishing, business email compromise, vendor fraud, and emerging threats—by detecting anomalies among known normal behavior. 'Abnormal leverages AI-native technology to proactively detect and stop sophisticated cyber threats powered by malicious AI—threats that frequently evade traditional defenses,' said Kei Mitsuyama, Country Manager for Abnormal AI Japan. 'Our advanced AI-driven approach not only increases threat detection accuracy, but also simplifies operations, reducing the burden on already-stretched security teams.' The launch builds on Abnormal AI's momentum across the broader Asia-Pacific region, where the company is rapidly expanding its customer base and local teams to meet surging demand. 'We've seen remarkable growth across the region as organizations increasingly recognize the need for modern, AI-powered security solutions,' said Tim Bentley, Vice President of Asia-Pacific at Abnormal AI. 'Japan is a strategic market for us, and we're excited to partner with leading enterprises here to deliver better protection with less complexity.' Abnormal AI will be exhibiting at the Gartner Security and Risk Management Summit in Tokyo from July 23–25, where it will showcase its behavioral AI platform and discuss best practices for securing the modern workplace against today's most advanced threats. For more information about Abnormal AI and its email security solutions, please visit About Abnormal AI Abnormal AI is the leading AI-native human behaviour security platform, leveraging machine learning to stop sophisticated inbound attacks and detect compromised accounts across email and connected applications. The anomaly detection engine leverages identity and context to understand human behaviour and analyse the risk of every cloud email event—detecting and stopping sophisticated, socially-engineered attacks that target the human vulnerability. You can deploy Abnormal in minutes with an API integration for Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace and experience the full value of the platform instantly. Additional protection is available for Slack, Workday, ServiceNow, Zoom, and multiple other cloud applications. Abnormal is currently trusted by more than 3,200 organisations, including over 20% of the Fortune 500, as it continues to redefine how cybersecurity works in the age of AI. Learn more at
Business Wire
10-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Abnormal AI Named to CNBC Disruptor 50 List for Second Consecutive Year, Showcasing Continued Innovation and Leadership in AI-Powered Cybersecurity
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Abnormal AI, the leader in AI-native human behavior security, has been named to the prestigious CNBC Disruptor 50 —a list spotlighting the most innovative and forward-thinking private companies transforming the economy. In its second consecutive year, Abnormal moved up to No. 25 on the list, reflecting the company's sustained momentum, scalability, and impact across the AI and cybersecurity landscape. Abnormal AI was selected for its significant business growth and transformative product ecosystem. The annual list is curated by CNBC's editorial team with input from data partners PitchBook and IBISWorld, and the Disruptor 50 Advisory Council, composed of experts in innovation and entrepreneurship who evaluate companies based on a blend of quantitative and qualitative insights. This award acknowledges how Abnormal is leveraging bold ideas, cutting-edge technologies, and scalable models to challenge incumbents and drive real-world impact. 'It's an incredible honor to be recognized as a CNBC Disruptor once again,' said Evan Reiser, CEO and founder of Abnormal AI. 'Earning this accolade for the second consecutive year validates our relentless focus on innovation, our commitment to our customers, and our continued creation of breakthrough technology that's reshaping the future of cybersecurity through the power of behavioral AI.' Since its founding in 2018, Abnormal AI has emerged as a category leader, protecting over 3,200 organizations, including more than 20% of the Fortune 500, with unparalleled speed and accuracy. Its behavioral AI platform has mitigated over $10 billion in annual risk, with adoption accelerating globally. The company has continued its strong trajectory by continuing to hit landmark milestones—launching breakthrough AI agents that reimagine security awareness training, achieving FedRAMP authorization in just 256 days, and announcing plans to expand into new countries across Europe and Asia. In addition to this back-to-back CNBC Disruptor 50 recognition, Abnormal has also been honored with several other accolades in recent months. A few of these distinctions include placement Fortune's Most Innovative Companies of 2025, making the CRN AI 100 as a top 20 hottest AI cybersecurity company for the second consecutive year, winning two 2025 Cyber Defense Magazine Global Infosec Awards for Cutting Edge Cybersecurity AI and Pioneering Email Security and Management, as well as securing spots on the Rising in Cyber 2025, SC Awards Europe (for Best Email Security Solution and Best Behavior Analytics/ Enterprise Threat Detection), and 2025 InfraRed 100. Michael DeCesare, president at Abnormal AI added, 'This recognition on the CNBC Disruptor 50 reinforces the traction that we are seeing in the market as appetite grows for AI-native solutions. Our go-to-market strategy is accelerating alongside this rising demand, especially as organizations across industries face escalating threats—including those powered by AI. We're turning the tables: using good AI to fight malicious AI.' For the full CNBC Disruptor 50 list, visit here. About Abnormal AI Abnormal AI is the leading AI-native human behavior security platform, leveraging machine learning to stop sophisticated inbound attacks and detect compromised accounts across email and connected applications. The anomaly detection engine leverages identity and context to understand human behavior and analyze the risk of every cloud email event—detecting and stopping sophisticated, socially-engineered attacks that target the human vulnerability. You can deploy Abnormal in minutes with an API integration for Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace and experience the full value of the platform instantly. Additional protection is available for Slack, Workday, ServiceNow, Zoom, and multiple other cloud applications. Abnormal is currently trusted by more than 3,200 organizations, including over 20% of the Fortune 500, as it continues to redefine how cybersecurity works in the age of AI. Learn more at
CNBC
10-06-2025
- Business
- CNBC
25. Abnormal AI
Founders: Evan Reiser (CEO), Sanjay JeyakumarLaunched: 2018Headquarters: Las Vegas, NevadaFunding: $546 millionValuation: $5.1 billionKey Technologies: Artificial intelligence, machine learningIndustry: CybersecurityPrevious appearances on Disruptor 50 list: 1 (No. 47 in 2024) Abnormal AI uses artificial intelligence to help big companies counter an old but dangerous problem: socially engineered attacks delivered via email, exploiting human vulnerability. These remain one of the largest cybersecurity threats. Unlike traditional cybersecurity that identifies markers of compromise, Abnormal Security uses artificial intelligence to create baselines for users' normal behavior, then uses the baseline to filter out malicious activity. Examples are emails sent at the wrong time of the day, with words that aren't right for that user, or an uncommon contact reaching out in a suspicious manner. Humans backstop the AI filter and respond to threats. The company can also detect attacks that bypass multi-factor authentication and guard against account takeovers. In 2024, Abnormal hit several key milestones: 100% year over year growth, $200 million in annual recurring revenue, and over 3,000 customers across 35 countries. The company has been expanding across Europe and to Japan, and has grown its headcount by 70% to more than 1,000. Abnormal has continued to roll out new products, including an AI system that works across cloud applications, including email and collaboration apps, and a security mailbox that automates user-reporting phishing attacks. This year, the company launched autonomous AI agents that offer employees personalized training replacing generic cybersecurity compliance modules, using actual attacks from the past to create simulations that train users. With systems designed for companies with thousands of employees, Abnormal AI says more than 20% of the Fortune 500 use its services. In April, the company secured a key authorization from the federal government to compete for contracts in the public sector. Last August, Abnormal announced a $250 million Series D funding round led by Wellington Management. Other investors include CrowdStrike Falcon Fund and Greylock Partners, where CEO and serial entrepreneur Evan Reiser incubated the company.
