A to Z

Insights

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

Businessman chooses padlock icon showing data governance and information security

Cyber Security Insights

Is a Merger Between Information Security and Data Governance Imminent?

February 2, 2022

Organizations that have more mature data governance and information security programs are likely to have some level of integration between these functions already, but many continue to struggle with the idea and often treat them as separate, siloed programs.

Image of girl with mask and cape representing the requirement for a new type of information technology and security professional

Data Protection Insights

Is a New Type of Information Technology and Security Professional Required?

August 26, 2016

In part one of a two part series, we examine some of the challenges that companies face in terms of the evolving privacy and data protection landscape. Data protection and privacy issues are now bedrock strategic issues for companies across the world and Information Security professionals are now under even more pressure to ensure that data remains secure. The value of data as an intangible asset continues to grow and legislation and regulation is becoming ever more stringent. The onus is on companies to comply or suffer the consequences. This is going to require a whole new breed of information security professional. In part two of this series (in next month’s newsletter) we’ll look at the argument for and against a new role combining Chief Security and Privacy Officer in this rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

Blurred crowd crossing street in a smart city with concept of access control

Cyber Security Insights

Is Access Control the Key to Truly Smart Cities?

July 24, 2018

For decades smart cards have been the foundation of access control and security systems. In smart cities, smart cards will play a key multiapplication role across public and private sector services.

Network and data exchange over planet earth in space showing the need for an internet bill of rights

Data Privacy Insights

Is an Internet Bill of Rights Needed – And Can It Work?

December 13, 2018

An internet bill of rights seems necessary now that the internet is inextricably intertwined with everyone's life, but the shepherds of this technology cannot be counted on to adequately self-regulate.

Mature woman team leader speaking to colleagues showing outsourced DPO

Data Protection Insights

Is an Outsourced DPO Function the Answer?

October 21, 2022

External DPO service providers, whilst offering valuable benefits to the organisation, are not a one stop shop for privacy and data protection compliance. Companies must still maintain robust data protection policies, promote good data protection practices and generally uphold the data protection principles.

Inside Apple store showing iOS 14 privacy features

Data Privacy Insights

Is Apple Protecting Our Data, or Monopolizing It?

November 20, 2020

While Apple’s new iOS 14 privacy feature is a step in the right direction. What users truly need is a solution to take back control over their data and manage it independently on an ongoing basis.

Image of man propping up a stack of blocks using a block showing how Big Tech are too big to fail and will require government support

Data Privacy Insights

Is Big Tech Too Big to Fail?

May 28, 2018

In the aftermath of the Cambridge Analytica scandal, many have suggested that Facebook be regulated, fined and perhaps even broken up. After all, if the FTC were to invoke its full power, it could theoretically levy hundreds of millions of dollars of fines, crippling Facebook. But is a big tech company too big to fail?

Hands of hacker in dark room writing code for cyber attack showing problem of cybersecurity skills shortage

Cyber Security Insights

Is Cybersecurity Skills Shortage Really the Cause of Data Breaches?

November 12, 2018

It’s tempting to draw a connection between cybersecurity skills shortage and data breaches. But the reality is much more complex and data breaches may be a symptom of a larger problem.

Businessman signing document showing the practice of using data processing agreement under GDPR

Data Protection Insights

Is Data Processing Agreement a Silver Bullet Under GDPR?

February 19, 2020

Find out how data controllers have been using data processing agreement under GDPR since it came to effect two years ago and the common mistakes that are usually made.

Cyber Security Insights

Is Deepfake Technology Outpacing Security Countermeasures?

February 26, 2024

Deepfakes pose significant challenges for businesses, especially as deepfake technology becomes more accessible to cyber criminals. Spotting a deepfake can be challenging, requiring vigilance and education of their common flaws.

1 … 74 75 76 77 78 … 149

Insights

Is a Merger Between Information Security and Data Governance Imminent?

Is a New Type of Information Technology and Security Professional Required?

Is Access Control the Key to Truly Smart Cities?

Is an Internet Bill of Rights Needed – And Can It Work?

Is an Outsourced DPO Function the Answer?

Is Apple Protecting Our Data, or Monopolizing It?

Is Big Tech Too Big to Fail?

Is Cybersecurity Skills Shortage Really the Cause of Data Breaches?

Is Deepfake Technology Outpacing Security Countermeasures?

New US National Security Order Calls for Pre-Release Access and Assessment of AI Models

Hackers Hijacked Instagram Accounts by Tricking Meta AI Support Chatbot into Linking Their Email Address

Lead EU Cybersecurity Agency to Receive Early Access to Mythos AI

Who Will Break Who: Microsoft or Mythos?