how to stay safe from ai threats

protect your business from evolving attacks in the age of generative ai

Unlocking AI's Potential While Tackling Emerging Cyber Risks

The emergence of new AI tools, particularly Generative AI tools, present great opportunities for businesses on the #IsleofMan and abroad. However, our cyber security team increasingly deal with malicious actors using sophisticated AI-driven tools to bypass traditional security measures and compromise sensitive information even more effectively than before

Cyber Threats

Cyber threats continuously evolve, and cyber criminals are actively using advanced AI tools to automate and refine their attacks, making them more devastating and harder to detect. They not only create better phishing emails in perfect English from an actual colleague or business partner, but their AI tools also allow them to exploit any weakness or lack of defences even quicker. To enhance your security posture, consider implementing at least the following measures now:

  • Adopt Conditional Access Policies:
    This ensures that only authorised users can access sensitive information based on specific conditions, such as location, device security status and that no unauthorised devices are able to access this information.

  • Always Utilise Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): 
    Adding an extra layer of security helps protect accounts from unauthorised access, even if passwords are compromised. However, it is important that MFA alone is not sufficient as hackers can circumvent MFA.

  • Regularly Update Software and Patch Vulnerabilities:
    Patch management and software updates are a simple and cost-effective way for enhancing cyber security by reducing vulnerabilities and mitigating the risk of data breaches.

  • Implement Managed Detection and Response (MDR): 
    MDR is an, often cloud-based, security agent installed on devices that provides continuous monitoring and rapid incident response in case of an incident. The best tools utilise new AI techniques to prevent and detect breaches faster.

  • Continuous Training and Awareness: 
    Businesses should encourage their staff to stay informed about the latest cyber security threats and best practices for safeguarding data and offer regular training sessions.

  • Protect Sensitive Information:
    Add encryption and need-only access particularly to sensitive information so that this is less likely to be compromised in an incident. If you are already using Office 365 you can encrypt emails and attachments without the need for additional software. Follow best practice and regulation in removing data which is no longer required.

Protecting Yourself and Your Business

By taking these proactive steps, you can protect your business from up to 98% of attacks (according to Microsoft) at only a small additional cost.

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kurt SCHRAUWEN

Director

Kurt Schrauwen is a Director of the Riela Group of companies which includes Riela Yachts, Riela Cyber and Riela Tech. 

Kurt brings more than 20 years of leadership experience having been an early part of the global success of Microgaming in becoming a market leader. Kurt was responsible for the commercial, contractual, and technical sales for Microgaming and with this experience will complement the company’s growth strategy.

Kurt is passionate about business optimisation and prides himself in having an intrapreneurial outlook to maximise staff potential, reduce inefficiencies as well as identifying and maturing revenue growth opportunities.

Paul Cocker

Service Delivery Coordinator

Paul Cocker joined the Riela Group in late 2021, after spending just under 20 years with his previous employer.

Paul is responsible for the Riela Tech service levels, working on both the dispatch function and SLA management. Paul carries out a variety of duties across the Network Operations Centre and works closely across the wider team to deliver professionally tailored solutions for our Riela Tech clients.

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Murat Guner

Infrastructure Engineer

Murat Guner joined the Riela Group in the Summer of 2021 as an Infrastructure Engineer.

Murat began his career in Turkey as a computer teacher for primary and secondary schools before migrating his skills into IT infrastructure. After honing his IT experiences throughout a colourful career path, Murat gained numerous qualifications which he is now excited to apply to the management of our Riela Tech infrastructure.

Andrew Clucas

Senior Network Engineer

Andy is a qualified Network Engineer with in-depth knowledge of architecting, implementing and supporting networking solutions in the SMB, Enterprise and Service Provider environments.

He has over 20 years of experience working across multiple vendor operating systems, including Cisco, Juniper, Linux and Microsoft, and has also been responsible for implementing a variety of large scale network services deployments, taking projects from design to rollout and support.

Andy also has experience of deploying and migrating a range of virtualisation technologies including VMWare, Hyper-V and KVM based systems.

Marc Dorey

Infrastructure & Managed Services Lead

Marc is our Group’s Infrastructure and Managed Services lead with over 18 years’ experience in delivering infrastructure projects across multiple industry verticals and international jurisdictions.  From projects in Aerospace and Engineering through to Banking and Insurance, from Europe, China, Africa and Australia.

This experience is matched with a varied list of certifications from leading industry vendors such as Hp, Cisco, Microsoft, Ruckus, CompTIA and more.  As a qualified technical trainer Marc is comfortably able to take complicated technical concepts and deliver them in simplistic terms to key decision makers and end users alike.

Most of Marc’s experience has been gained working for managed service providers, both large and niche and as such is able to take real world experience and blend it with industry standards to help align our service delivery with our clients values and processes.

Alexandria halsall

Marketing Executive

As a Marketing Executive, Alex is responsible for all marketing duties spanning the Riela Group.

Alex joined the Riela Group in August 2020, shortly after graduating with a Psychology degree from Nottingham Trent University.

With past work experience in content marketing, event management and web design, Alex is able to apply her creative and analytical skills into the Riela strategy.

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SIMON JENNINGS

Commercial Director

Simon is the Commercial Director at the Riela Group, responsible for driving business growth, enhancing client experiences, and ensuring our yacht management services set new standards of excellence.

With a proven track record in healthcare, construction, and technology, Simon brings a wealth of experience in marketing, commercial strategy, and operational leadership at the C-suite level. His ability to align commercial objectives with operational execution has been instrumental in delivering measurable success throughout his career.

Now immersed in the world of yacht management, Simon is dedicated to providing tailored solutions for owners and captains, ensuring seamless operations while upholding the highest standards of luxury and safety. Passionate about collaboration and innovation, he thrives in dynamic environments that demand adaptability, precision, and a client-first approach.

christian goelz

Non-Executive Group Director

Christian is involved across the Riela family of companies with particular attention to the technology businesses, Cyber and Tech.

Christian gained a postgraduate Master in Finance degree at the University of Neuchatel, Switzerland and completed his MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Before joining us, Christian worked for six years at Argosy Capital, an Isle of Man-based private equity and venture capital business focusing on early-stage growth businesses. At Argosy, he focused on managing investment companies, research and financial analysis and served as a director on several boards.

ROBERT TOBIN

Riela Group Managing Director

Robert Tobin is the Managing Director of the Riela Group of Companies and is responsible in overseeing our business operations, our people and driving excellence in all we do.

Rob brings over 25 years’ of successful leadership and entrepreneurial experience across a range of industries including Family Office, corporate services, construction engineering, Superyachts, cyber security and information technology development to our Group, and to our customers.

In the past 15 years Rob has gained a prominent reputation within the Superyacht industry for his passion, integrity, innovation and achievements to date.

“Being part of an awesome, capable and forward thinking team that have a shared passion for Superyachts, people and the environment is the highlight of my career and puts a smile on my face and a spring in my step everyday”.

Peter Astell Burt

Director

Peter is an experienced technology consultant with a demonstrated history of working in the IT and cyber security industry.  Skilled in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), IT Strategy, Start-ups, Regulations, and Online Gaming. Strong consulting professional with a DPhil focused in Natural Sciences from ChristChurch, Oxford.