Stopping ‘Trick or Treat’ Ransomware Attacks
Defensive strategies such as malware detection software and security training programs help. But if you're serious about keeping your data safe, you should definitely consider a secure storage system and…
Tim Cook calls for GDPR-style privacy laws in the US
Apple CEO and data privacy advocate Tim Cook has made an impassioned speech calling for new digital privacy laws in the US. He believes personal data is being 'weaponized.' Data…
The Importance of Prioritizing #Cybersecurity – Not Just in October
The month of October is officially set aside as National Cyber Security Awareness Month. However, data breaches are happening daily throughout the whole year and we definitely need to prioritize cybersecurity…
Facebook could face $1.63bn fine under GDPR over latest data breach
The security incident was caused by a vulnerability in Facebook's code which permitted attackers to steal access tokens. Avoid the big penalties for non-compliance and protect the privacy of your…
GDPR: social media and the right to be forgotten
So far, social media companies have enjoyed a lack of effective regulation, but with the enforcement of the new GDPR from May this year, companies that operate with EU citizens'…
The Future of Work May Be Scary to Some
The future of work may be scary to some but no matter where technology takes us, the privacy of customers’ personal data will always be a top concern. GDPR is a…
IFS releases AI tool to simplify customer service
Enterprise applications company IFS has released its customer engagement suite. Its three tools provide an omni-channel experience for customers who want to use self-service options online. Technology is evolving rapidly…
As the World Cup kicks off, here are 10 lessons IT teams can learn from the teams on the field
There are many lessons we can take from what happens on the soccer field. Soccer is not a game of luck or chance, it takes training, tactics, team work, management…
Yahoo fined £250,000 by UK watchdog over data breach
The UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has fined Yahoo £250,000 over a data breach which occurred in 2014. The data breach resulted in the theft of at least 500 million records. It…
Data Protection Officer
The Data Protection Officer (DPO) is sure to be the hot new role for companies operating in the EU. This individual will be responsible for ensuring anonymity and maintaining the…
