Global Cyber Alliance

Global Cyber Alliance

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GCA makes the Internet safer by bringing people together to strengthen core digital foundations and deliver practical protections to those who need them most.

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AI is making scams cheaper to run and harder to spot. CEO Brian Cute joined the Secure Talk podcast to talk about what that means for the people most exposed. The Internet Has No Off Switch: AI’s Security Debt, ICANN Lessons & the Scam Tsunami globalcyberalliance.org/in-the-news-...

globalcyberalliance.orgCEO Brian Cute Discusses How AI is Changing Cybercrime on the Secure Talk Podcast - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceOn Secure Talk, Brian Cute and Justin Beals discuss the wave of AI-driven scams facing small businesses and nonprofits.

Can a global economy run on a fragmented Internet? Our CTO Leslie Daigle says no. In Forbes, she explains why fixing cyber threats only at national borders puts global trade at risk. One global economy needs one global internet. www.forbes.com/councils/for...

forbes.comThe Global Economy Requires A Global InternetAddressing persistent cyber threats is essential—but doing so while preserving a single, open, interoperable global internet is equally essential.

Small businesses are expanding across borders faster than ever. The GCA Cybersecurity Toolkit for Small Business is now available through the International Chamber of Commerce's ICC One Click, a digital platform that helps businesses grow internationally. globalcyberalliance.org/gca-icc-one-...

globalcyberalliance.orgGCA Cybersecurity Toolkit Now Available Through ICC One Click to Help Small Businesses Stay Secure as They Grow - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceGCA Cybersecurity Toolkit for Small Business is now available through ICC One Click to help small businesses grow across borders.

Domain abuse fuels phishing, fraud & malware. GCA's Domain Trust Badge helps registries & registrars prove anti-abuse practices. Pilot portal open for testing through 2026 and we're looking for your help. Read more: globalcyberalliance.org/domain-trust... Want to test? Contact us!

globalcyberalliance.orgThe Domain Trust Badge Portal Is Here: Testers Are Welcome!  - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceGCA pilots the Domain Trust Badge, testing a community-driven framework to strengthen anti-abuse practices across the domain ecosystem.

You don’t have to be a cybersecurity expert to be safer online. This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, we’re sharing 31 practical tips to help you build better online habits. Pick one thing to do today. Come back tomorrow and do another. globalcyberalliance.org/one-small-st...

globalcyberalliance.orgOne Small Step a Day | 31 Tips to Be Safer Online This October - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceFollow us on Instagram and Facebook all month as we share one tip every day in October for Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

91% of Americans reported that they have encountered a cyberattack or digital scam attempt. We're working to help people protect themselves online and make the Internet itself safer so fewer threats reach them in the first place.

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Hot off the press 🔥 We’ve teamed up with @aspendigital.bsky.social and @gca.bsky.social to drop our 5th annual Consumer Cyber Readiness Report to kick off #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth. This year, we’ve taken a deeper look into frauds and scams. innovation.consumerreports.org/scams-are-pa...

Listen to CEO Brian Cute on Episode 193 of Software Oasis's Software Spotlight podcast discussing the growing role of AI in cybercrime, challenges facing small businesses, and practical measures be safer online. globalcyberalliance.org/brian-cute-o...

globalcyberalliance.orgBrian Cute on the Software Spotlight Podcast - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceBrian Cute joined Episode 193 of the Software Spotlight podcast, sharing insights from his career and work to make the Internet safer.

CEO Brian Cute argues that the problem in cybersecurity is not a lack of effort, but a lack of orchestration. Read the full article to explore what it would take to build a cybersecurity ecosystem designed to work as a holistic system. globalcyberalliance.org/brian-cute-o...

globalcyberalliance.orgBrian Cute on What Collective Cyber Action Actually Looks Like - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceIn a new LinkedIn article, CEO Brian Cute argues that the problem in cybersecurity is not a lack of effort, but a lack of orchestration.

🍪 Does clearing your cookies actually make you safer online? It can—but context matters. Clearing cookies is a useful tool, not a monthly chore. Learn what cookies hold, when to clear them, and which habits matter more for your security: globalcyberalliance.org/clear-with-p...

globalcyberalliance.orgClear With Purpose | Does Clearing Your Cookies Actually Help? - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceA guide to what web cookies are, when to accept and reject them, and how to think of them as a tool to use in your everyday online security.

Domain Trust is bringing more voices into the conversation on domain abuse. Registrars, registries, and others are sharing different perspectives and experiences to strengthen the work. Read the latest from Domain Trust Community Meeting 18: globalcyberalliance.org/new-in-domai...

globalcyberalliance.orgNew in Domain Trust: Badge Testing, Sponsorship Opportunities, and a Market Under Pressure - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceOn Aug 25, the Domain Trust Community met to discuss growth, engagement, data platform usage, sustainability, and community updates.

The postal sector is constantly targeted for phishing campaigns. DMARC Manager and GCA found that 81% of postal operators are not fully protected against email spoofing. Our new report provides the data and a practical path forward toward email security. globalcyberalliance.org/dmarc-adopti...

globalcyberalliance.orgStrengthening Trust on the Internet: Protecting the Global Postal Sector from Email Fraud - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceA global study of DMARC adoption of 191 Postal Operators reveals gaps in email security and outlines measures against spoofing and phishing.

1 hour, 1 rented IP, 2 lures: ~20K phishing attempts. GCA's honeypot AIDE caught it live: fake OneDrive shares targeting SA businesses, then fake job offers hitting personal inboxes. Old playbook, still cheap, still working. globalcyberalliance.org/inside-a-fas... #Phishing #Cybersecurity #DMARC

globalcyberalliance.orgInside a Fast-Moving Phishing Campaign Captured by AIDE - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceIn January 2026, an attacker attempted ~20K phishing emails against two victim populations in just two five-minute bursts within an hour.

In InformationWeek, CTO Leslie Daigle argues that today’s cybersecurity challenges—from residential proxy networks to AI-discovered vulnerabilities—can’t be solved through blocking alone. She calls for greater collaboration across the Internet ecosystem. www.informationweek.com/cybersecurit...

informationweek.comCybersecurity beyond blocking: A call for collaborationResidential proxies and AI-detected zero-day vulnerabilities pose major 2026 cybersecurity threats, writes one IT leader. Global collaboration is needed.

Today we're highlighting progress across: 🔹 MANRS, including the launch of a fully rebuilt Observatory 🔹 Domain Trust and the development of a community-driven Domain Trust Badge 🔹 AIDE research into emerging threats like residential proxies Read more: globalcyberalliance.org/strengthenin...

globalcyberalliance.orgStrengthening the Internet's Foundations: Recent Progress Across MANRS, Domain Trust, and AIDE - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceGCA has recently advanced a number of initiatives focused on strengthening critical but often invisible layers of the Internet.

What if registries and registrars could visibly show they’re actively fighting domain abuse? The “Domain Trust Badge” is focused on measurable anti-abuse practices, industry agreement, and real outcomes against #phishing, #malware, and #scams at scale. globalcyberalliance.org/imagining-th...

globalcyberalliance.orgImagining the Domain Trust Badge in Action - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceDomain Trust is building a certification framework to recognize those fighting domain abuse: a look at the Domain Trust Badge.

Join us at #RIPE92 next week in Edinburgh for 4 sessions reflecting established topics like routing security to emerging concerns such as the growing abuse of network infrastructure. ⁠https://globalcyberalliance.org/gca-at-ripe-92/

This week, we celebrate both #NationalSmallBusinessWeek (US) and #WorldPasswordDay. Protecting small businesses’ #cybersecurity is essential to protecting our global digital world. Read more about how to protect your business: globalcyberalliance.org/small-busine... #NSBW #smallbusiness

globalcyberalliance.orgSmall Businesses, Big Risks: Cybersecurity Starts Here - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceFor US National Small Business Week and World Password Day, GCA recognizes that small businesses are on the front lines of cybersecurity.

The #OSPREYproject helps protect public-facing professionals from online harms. Working in 12 countries, we'll develop practical solutions to address digital threats, strengthen #digitalresilience, and support trust in democratic institutions. globalcyberalliance.org/introducing-... #OnlineSafety

globalcyberalliance.orgIntroducing the OSPREY Consortium to Strengthen Protections for Public-Facing Professionals - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceOSPREY addresses risks faced by public-facing professionals, often targeted by online abuse, intimidation, threats, and disinformation.

A few steps can prevent travel scams: 💡 Verify before you book or click 💡 Avoid public Wi-Fi for sensitive transactions 💡 Use strong, unique passwords and multifactor authentication 💡 Be skeptical of “too good to be true” deals or urgent requests globalcyberalliance.org/dont-pack-a-...

globalcyberalliance.orgDon’t Pack a Scam | How to Travel Smart in a Digital World - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceWith a bit of cybersecurity awareness and a few smart habits, you can protect your travel plans and focus on the experience ahead.

Cyberattacks on France Are Rising—Here’s What the AIDE Data Shows: (1) An approximately threefold increase in attacks targeting French networks  (2) A distinct surge in attacks originating from French infrastructure in December 2025. globalcyberalliance.org/cyberattacks...

globalcyberalliance.orgCyberattacks on France Are Rising—Here’s What the AIDE Data Shows - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceGCA saw 3x increase in attacks targeting French networks plus a distinct surge in attacks originating from French infrastructure in Dec 2025.

At the #GlobalFraudSummit this week, GCA endorsed the Global Public-Private Partnership Framework Against Fraud. Coordinated, cross-sector action is essential to disrupt today’s #fraud ecosystem in the wake of generative AI-enabled methods. globalcyberalliance.org/gca-endorses...

globalcyberalliance.orgGCA Endorses the Global Public-Private Partnership Framework against Fraud - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceGCA is proud to endorse the Global Public-Private Partnership Framework against Fraud, signed at the Global Fraud Summit in Vienna.

Wonderful to see @philr.bsky.social nominated and awarded for his tireless efforts to rally the #nonprofit ecosystem working to tackle the biggest issues in #cybersecurity. Well done, Phil, and thank you to @istorg.bsky.social!

🏆 The Cyber Policy Award™ for Ecosystem Champion goes to @philr.bsky.social for championing the cybersecurity nonprofits ecosystem. Congratulations Philip! #CyberPolicyAwards

Our report captures the key insights, debates, and next steps from the Internet Integrity Workshop II. It is intended to better understand how measurement can become a practical tool for reducing risk and building a more secure, resilient Internet. globalcyberalliance.org/internet-int...

globalcyberalliance.orgTurning Internet Security Data into Measurable Progress: Recapping the Internet Integrity Workshop II - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceThis report explores how measurement can become a practical tool for reducing risk and building a more secure, resilient Internet.

AI is transforming cybercrime. From real-time spear phishing to deepfakes, attackers are using AI to scale faster than ever—hitting small orgs as hard as large enterprises. The window to prepare is now. More in our article with CivAI: globalcyberalliance.org/before-the-a... #AI #Cybersecurity

globalcyberalliance.orgBefore the AI Cybercrime Wave - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceBy using AI to scale cyber capacity building, GCA is introducing guides, courses, and programs to expand cybersecurity skills globally.

We're thrilled for GCA's former President and CEO @philr.bsky.social to be named a finalist in the "Ecosystem Champion" category. We can't think of a more fitting award for all the work he's done to improve #cybersecurity across the globe.

The #CyberPolicyAwards organizing committee is pleased to announce the finalists in contention for the Atlas at the Third Annual Cyber Policy Awards™. After careful review of more than 85 submissions, the judges have selected 4 finalists per award category. 🏆 Learn more:

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Use the momentum of the new year to boost your digital defenses with quick, easy actions like: Turning on Multi-Factor-Authentication Setting up a password manager Deleting online accounts you don’t use

The Domain Trust Community met on Dec 2, providing a snapshot of where it stands today: a maturing initiative with tangible progress, a growing community, and a clear focus on sustainability and impact heading into 2026. Read the recap and view the slides: globalcyberalliance.org/domain-trust...

globalcyberalliance.orgDomain Trust Upgrades, Community Momentum, and What’s Ahead - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceThe Domain Trust Community Meeting reflected technical progress, growing community engagement, and a focus on sustainability and impact.

“Salt Typhoon Across the Internet: What AIDE Honeypots Reveal About a Persistent State-Linked Campaign,” uses AIDE data to demonstrate Salt Typhoon’s operational characteristics through observable attack patterns spanning 2+ years. Blog post and full report: globalcyberalliance.org/new-report-s...

globalcyberalliance.orgNew Report: Salt Typhoon Across the Internet - GCA | Global Cyber AllianceIn September 2024, the FBI and CISA disclosed one of the most significant cyber espionage campaigns targeting U.S. critical infrastructure: Salt Typhoon. This operation compromised major telecommunica...