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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) stories - Page 8

Concerned with the growth of the internet and the inadvertent or otherwise exposure of personal information to potential bad actors, the European Union promulgated the General Data Protection Regulation in 2016. The regulation is part of European Union privacy law and human rights laws and must be complied with by any companies doing business with EU nations. It is designed to give people greater control over their personal information while simplifying regulatory compliance for international business.
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Managing digital risks: essential practices for modern businesses

Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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As organisations increasingly depend on digital technologies, Digital Risk Management has become crucial, according to a new report.
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Absolute Security earns top marks in G2's Spring Grid Reports

Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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Absolute Security triumphs in G2's Spring Grid Reports for Zero Trust Networking and Endpoint Security, securing top spots for the fourth year running.
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Is your cloud network really ready for Generative AI?

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Businesses must assess cloud network readiness and connectivity requirements before deploying Generative AI, or face major security and operational risks.
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Rise of Cybersecurity as a Service in the digital age

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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As cyber threats grow more complex, organisations turn to Cybersecurity as a Service (CSaaS) for scalable, expert-led protection, leveraging cloud-based solutions to fortify defences and ensure compliance.
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Entrust launches Citizen Identity Orchestration for governments

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Entrust introduces its Citizen Identity Orchestration solution, enabling secure digital IDs for seamless government services amidst rising AI-driven fraud.
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Australia's National Cybersecurity Act races against technological advancement

Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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Australia's fragmented cybersecurity laws face overhaul as new National Cybersecurity Act aims to modernise protection against AI and quantum computing threats.
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Logpoint names Mikkel Drucker as new CEO to drive growth

Thu, 30th May 2024
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Logpoint appoints Mikkel Drucker as CEO to drive growth in Europe's SIEM market, focusing on mid-sized organisations and MSSPs, enhancing its cybersecurity solutions.
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Cyber security in retail: How proactive measures build trust and loyalty?

Tue, 28th May 2024
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Amid rising cyber attacks, 69% of Australian retailers are prioritising cyber security in 2024, with a focus on building consumer trust and loyalty.
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Wolt's new transparency report reveals insights into AI use

Fri, 24th May 2024
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Helsinki-based Wolt releases its third Algorithmic Transparency Report, shedding light on the AI-driven systems behind its multi-service app amid growing discussions on AI's future and regulation.
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CoachHub unveils AI tool to enhance digital coaching experience

Thu, 16th May 2024
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CoachHub has launched an AI Coaching Companion to provide continuous support and personalised learning for coachees between sessions, accessible through Microsoft Teams.
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Future-proofing financial services: The new era of AI-enhanced identity security

Wed, 15th May 2024
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AI-enhanced identity security is essential as 93% of financial services leaders grapple with data breaches. How can AI modernise and fortify their defences?.
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Navigating compliance challenges: A strategic approach for IT decision-makers

Mon, 13th May 2024
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Unveiling the importance of a comprehensive compliance framework, this report guides IT decision-makers through the complexity of compliance challenges.
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Spirent partners with online payments platform to boost cyber defenses

Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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Spirent Communications joins forces with an online payments platform to enhance cyber defenses using its advanced CyberFlood software, aimed at improving the scalability and efficacy of network defenses.
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Cisco boosts Secure Application with added data, cloud security features

Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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Cisco has unveiled new updates to its Secure Application, now offering data and cloud security capabilities, in a move to aid businesses in securing their cloud-native applications and protecting sensitive data amid rising data breaches.
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Cybersecurity services market to hit $445.3 billion by 2032

Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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Rapid rise in cybercrimes forces urgent global reappraisal of security strategies in government, defence, and IT sectors amid projections of cybersecurity services market growing to $445.3bn by 2032.
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Ensuring security without compromising privacy

Mon, 18th Mar 2024
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Amid rising concerns over data privacy, organisations are prioritising security without compromising individual privacy, leveraging a unified privacy-centred approach and secure technology to balance protection and compliance.
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ISACA unveils Digital Trust Ecosystem Framework to support business resilience

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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ISACA unveils innovative Digital Trust Ecosystem Framework (DTEF), a global collaboration that enhances digital trust in businesses after four years in the making.
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Preparing for the Cookieless Era: Key Tips from Amperity's Peter Ibarra

Wed, 21st Feb 2024
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Peter Ibarra from Amperity provides insightful tips for brands transitioning to a cookieless era, emphasising the role of first-party data and AI in fostering improved customer relationships and more effective personalisation strategies.
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Addressing the 4 key challenges of designing a data and AI strategy

Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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Business leaders adopting a data-first strategy face the challenge of meeting customer demands for newer technology while adhering to stricter data security and regulatory requirements, requiring a modern data and AI cloud platform for secure, compliant operations.
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Middleware.io's full-stack observability cuts downtime costs by 59%

Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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Middleware.io's innovative cloud-based observability platform slashes downtime costs for businesses, offering comprehensive insight into tech stack functioning and heightening operational efficiency.