Why British businesses must act now to avoid the October 2025 Windows 10 end-of-life deadline

With Microsoft's Windows 10 support ending on 14th October 2025, organisations across the UK face a critical decision point that could impact their security, productivity, and operational continuity. Recent reports suggest that over 400 million Windows 10 users globally—including millions of UK businesses—must act now to avoid significant cybersecurity risks.

The retail sector has recently experienced a wave of significant cyber attacks, bringing cybersecurity back into sharp focus for businesses across the UK. As technology partners dedicated to helping organisations secure their digital future, we at Altiatech want to share some key insights and practical recommendations to help strengthen your security posture.

The UK retail sector has been rocked by a series of high-profile cyber attacks this week, with luxury department store Harrods becoming the latest victim. This follows similar incidents at Marks & Spencer and Co-op, raising serious concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities across the retail industry.

The UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has recently unveiled a critical new roadmap for organisations to prepare for the quantum computing era. As your trusted technology partner, Altiatech is committed to helping you understand these developments and their implications for your security strategy.

In a significant development for email security protocols in the UK, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) announced forthcoming changes to its Mail Check service.

In light of recent developments across the UK's education sector, where many institutions are facing unprecedented financial pressures, Altiatech understands the critical need for innovative solutions that don't add to existing budget constraints.

With the UK government's announcement of world-first AI cyber security standards, organisations need a clear roadmap for implementation. At Altiatech, we're already helping businesses adapt their security frameworks to meet these new requirements while maintaining operational efficiency.

As we approach the October 2025 end-of-support deadline for Windows 10, organisations face a critical decision point about their digital infrastructure. At Altiatech, we're seeing unprecedented numbers of businesses using this transition as a catalyst for broader digital transformation.