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Insights and opinions on data protection, privacy and cybersecurity contributed by thought leaders from around the world.

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Cyber Security Insights

The Mobile – Miracle Communication Device or Executive Security Menace?

February 22, 2017

Mobile smartphone usage is now reaching saturation point in the developed world. Increasingly mobile phones are becoming (or have become) indispensable business tools as well as powerful communication devices. However, with great power comes great responsibility – something that seems to have escaped U.S. President Donald Trump who is still using a legacy Android device. In this article we examine just why mobile devices present massive challenges when it comes to data security – and why business users need to be vigilant.

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Cyber Security Insights

Social Media Networks Is a Favorite Phishing Spot for Scammers Because It’s Easy Pickings

March 18, 2020

Scammers have taken to social media networks as their favorite spot for phishing attacks as there are billions of registered users with a vast majority of them practicing little to no account security.

Data Protection Insights

GDPR – Three Years In

June 24, 2021

GDPR has set the benchmark for privacy legislation across the globe. Even if there are changes over the next six years, the foundations and concepts born out of the regulation are here to stay for the long term.

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Data Protection Insights

Want To Turn Your Data Protection Practices Into a Competitive Advantage? Get SOC 2 Compliant

August 15, 2022

Data protection, data privacy, and cyber security are top-of-mind concerns, especially for fast growing startups. But what if you could turn your data protection practices into a competitive advantage that helps you close more deals?

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Cyber Security Insights

No One Else’s Business: Crucial Steps in Achieving Effective Organizational Trusted Computing

June 12, 2020

To ensure responsible Trusted Computing, it is vital that organizations employ full-coverage security measures including the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) and Self-Encrypting Drive (SED).

Cyber Security Insights

Is the SIEM dead?

February 7, 2024

There’s now a drive towards convergence which is seeing disparate technologies brought together over the SIEM to complement its threat hunting capabilities. Putting these technologies over a single platform reduces complexity and brings down management costs and eradicates duplicated functionality.

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Data Privacy Insights

When It Comes to Facebook, Don’t Trust Until You Verify

August 23, 2019

Facebook’s lack of strong privacy policies, compliance due diligence and commitment has led to fine after fine. What actions can the social media giant take to salvage their reputation?

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Cyber Security Insights

Five Common Mistakes When Addressing Data Security

September 27, 2021

A hybrid-remote working model has created a wider attack surface. Many organizations still tend to make critical mistakes with regards to data security that, if left unaddressed, can lead to drastic consequences for the entire business.

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Data Protection Insights

The Texas Data Privacy & Security Act Becomes Law

August 4, 2023

Texas is the tenth state to enact comprehensive data privacy protections for its residents. The Texas Data Privacy and Security Act will take effect July 1, 2024, giving Texas businesses a year to prepare for compliance with the new law.

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Cyber Security Insights

Blind in the Marketplace: How Vendors and Suppliers Expose Enterprises to Risk

September 1, 2021

New quantitative study exposed what some risk managers and compliance executives have suspected: Vendors are not complying with corporate insurance requirements, representing a significant risk for their clients and partners.

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The Mobile – Miracle Communication Device or Executive Security Menace?

Want To Turn Your Data Protection Practices Into a Competitive Advantage? Get SOC 2 Compliant

No One Else’s Business: Crucial Steps in Achieving Effective Organizational Trusted Computing

Is the SIEM dead?

When It Comes to Facebook, Don’t Trust Until You Verify

Five Common Mistakes When Addressing Data Security

The Texas Data Privacy & Security Act Becomes Law

Blind in the Marketplace: How Vendors and Suppliers Expose Enterprises to Risk

Ransomware Attack at Coca-Cola’s Fairlife Dairy Company Halts U.S. Operations

Data Breach at Largest Indian Nuclear Power Plant Leaks Sensitive Files

Cyber Attack on Major Japanese Refrigerated Logistics Provider Disrupts KFC and Other Food Chains

Why Purple Teaming Is Becoming the Operating Model for Cyber Defense