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Keepit Secures 48M Investment to Expand Global Reach in SaaS Data Protection

Keepit raised €48 million to enhance its SaaS data protection services and expand globally, focusing on innovation and partnerships.

Is It Time to Limit SaaS and Return to On-Prem?

SaaS offers benefits such as accessibility and cost savings, but also presents security and compliance challenges that businesses must heed.

Keepit Secures 48M Investment to Expand Global Reach in SaaS Data Protection

Keepit raised €48 million to enhance its SaaS data protection services and expand globally, focusing on innovation and partnerships.

Is It Time to Limit SaaS and Return to On-Prem?

SaaS offers benefits such as accessibility and cost savings, but also presents security and compliance challenges that businesses must heed.
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#privacy

Ireland fines Meta $263 million for 2018 View As data breach

Meta faces costly legal consequences, including a $31.7 million settlement in Australia and a €251 million fine from the IDPC for data breaches.

The Breachies 2024: The Worst, Weirdest, Most Impactful Data Breaches of the Year

Data breaches are rampant, and often result from companies failing to minimize the data they collect, leading to increased harm to victims.

Here's how Apple protects your privacy with its new AI features

Apple emphasizes user privacy in AI, promising not to use personal data for model training, crucial for maintaining user trust.

Controversial EU ad campaign on X broke bloc's own privacy rules | TechCrunch

The EU's Commission breached its own data protection rules through a microtargeted ad campaign, sparking criticism and legal scrutiny.

Challenges and Opportunities in Organizational Collaboration on Privacy and Cybersecurity

Collaboration between privacy and cybersecurity teams is essential for effective data protection in organizations.

UK data regulator criticises Google for irresponsible' ad tracking change

Google criticized for enabling invasive user tracking through fingerprinting, undermining privacy and user consent.

Ireland fines Meta $263 million for 2018 View As data breach

Meta faces costly legal consequences, including a $31.7 million settlement in Australia and a €251 million fine from the IDPC for data breaches.

The Breachies 2024: The Worst, Weirdest, Most Impactful Data Breaches of the Year

Data breaches are rampant, and often result from companies failing to minimize the data they collect, leading to increased harm to victims.

Here's how Apple protects your privacy with its new AI features

Apple emphasizes user privacy in AI, promising not to use personal data for model training, crucial for maintaining user trust.

Controversial EU ad campaign on X broke bloc's own privacy rules | TechCrunch

The EU's Commission breached its own data protection rules through a microtargeted ad campaign, sparking criticism and legal scrutiny.

Challenges and Opportunities in Organizational Collaboration on Privacy and Cybersecurity

Collaboration between privacy and cybersecurity teams is essential for effective data protection in organizations.

UK data regulator criticises Google for irresponsible' ad tracking change

Google criticized for enabling invasive user tracking through fingerprinting, undermining privacy and user consent.
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#gdpr

EU privacy body weighs in on some tricky GenAI lawfulness questions | TechCrunch

The EDPB opinion advises AI developers on navigating GDPR for lawful data use in AI model development.

E.U. Provides Guidance on How AI Developers Can Obey Privacy Laws

The EDPB's opinion emphasizes the need for ethical, responsible AI innovation while ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

Meta fined $263M over 2018 security breach that affected ~3M EU users | TechCrunch

Meta fined €251 million for a Facebook security breach affecting millions of users, significant due to the scale of data compromised.

National Insights: Data Protection Challenges In Asset Deals - A Professional Perspective * EFDPO - European Federation of Data Protection Officers

The DSK's resolution clarifies the complexities of transferring personal data in asset deals under GDPR.

Meta fined for 2018 breach that exposed 30M accounts

Meta fined €251 million for a 2018 data breach affecting 30 million users, revealing severe flaws in data protection practices.

TikTok Pixel Privacy Nightmare: A New Case Study

Travel companies can effectively reach young consumers on TikTok, but must ensure compliance with data protection laws to avoid security breaches.

EU privacy body weighs in on some tricky GenAI lawfulness questions | TechCrunch

The EDPB opinion advises AI developers on navigating GDPR for lawful data use in AI model development.

E.U. Provides Guidance on How AI Developers Can Obey Privacy Laws

The EDPB's opinion emphasizes the need for ethical, responsible AI innovation while ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

Meta fined $263M over 2018 security breach that affected ~3M EU users | TechCrunch

Meta fined €251 million for a Facebook security breach affecting millions of users, significant due to the scale of data compromised.

National Insights: Data Protection Challenges In Asset Deals - A Professional Perspective * EFDPO - European Federation of Data Protection Officers

The DSK's resolution clarifies the complexities of transferring personal data in asset deals under GDPR.

Meta fined for 2018 breach that exposed 30M accounts

Meta fined €251 million for a 2018 data breach affecting 30 million users, revealing severe flaws in data protection practices.

TikTok Pixel Privacy Nightmare: A New Case Study

Travel companies can effectively reach young consumers on TikTok, but must ensure compliance with data protection laws to avoid security breaches.
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#cybersecurity

The role of artificial intelligence in cyber resilience

AI is pivotal in enhancing cyber resilience strategies for organizations.

Ransomware remediation: What steps should your business take for recovery?

Ransomware has evolved into a significant threat, emphasizing the need for comprehensive remediation strategies to protect businesses.

These three critical sectors are riddled with high-risk vulnerabilities

Cyber attacks pose a significant risk to finance, healthcare, and IT sectors, with numerous security vulnerabilities identified.

Cyber threats hide in encrypted traffic

87% of cyber threats are spread via encrypted data traffic, signaling a shift in hacker strategies.

More than 2,000 Palo Alto Networks firewalls compromised

Palo Alto Networks firewalls experienced serious security breaches due to recently patched vulnerabilities, demanding immediate action from affected organizations.

Can Data Pros Tackle Singapore's Data Maturity Crisis?

Consumer distrust in companies managing their data in Singapore is escalating due to recent data breaches and insufficient IT security practices.

The role of artificial intelligence in cyber resilience

AI is pivotal in enhancing cyber resilience strategies for organizations.

Ransomware remediation: What steps should your business take for recovery?

Ransomware has evolved into a significant threat, emphasizing the need for comprehensive remediation strategies to protect businesses.

These three critical sectors are riddled with high-risk vulnerabilities

Cyber attacks pose a significant risk to finance, healthcare, and IT sectors, with numerous security vulnerabilities identified.

Cyber threats hide in encrypted traffic

87% of cyber threats are spread via encrypted data traffic, signaling a shift in hacker strategies.

More than 2,000 Palo Alto Networks firewalls compromised

Palo Alto Networks firewalls experienced serious security breaches due to recently patched vulnerabilities, demanding immediate action from affected organizations.

Can Data Pros Tackle Singapore's Data Maturity Crisis?

Consumer distrust in companies managing their data in Singapore is escalating due to recent data breaches and insufficient IT security practices.
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#privacy-rights

Why Individual Rights Can't Protect Privacy

Privacy rights place undue responsibility on individuals, often leaving them unprepared to protect their own privacy.

Lloyds Ad Banned for Greenwashing; Netflix Fined for Use of Customer Data; Temu Named UK's Most Downloaded iPhone App

Lloyds Bank's misleading green claims resulted in an ad ban, shedding light on corporate environmental transparency.
Netflix fined €4.75m for lack of transparency in customer data usage compliance.

Why Individual Rights Can't Protect Privacy

Privacy rights place undue responsibility on individuals, often leaving them unprepared to protect their own privacy.

Lloyds Ad Banned for Greenwashing; Netflix Fined for Use of Customer Data; Temu Named UK's Most Downloaded iPhone App

Lloyds Bank's misleading green claims resulted in an ad ban, shedding light on corporate environmental transparency.
Netflix fined €4.75m for lack of transparency in customer data usage compliance.
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Regulating automated decision-making in the Data (Use and Access) Bill | Computer Weekly

Automated decision-making is increasingly prevalent and raises concerns over oversight and individual rights in significant decisions affecting people's lives.

Arcserve UDP 10 review: Top disaster recovery credentials

Arcserve UDP 10 enhances backup and recovery with versatile deployment options, malware scanning, and improved management for physical and virtual environments.

Axon still in possession of Police Scotland encryption keys | Computer Weekly

Axon's possession of encryption keys raises serious data protection concerns for Police Scotland's Digital Evidence Sharing Capability.
#ai-security

Protecting your data in the age of AI

Organizations must balance leveraging AI's transformative power with the critical necessity of protecting data integrity.
Data leakage in AI systems can expose sensitive information, requiring robust governance strategies to mitigate risks.

SentinelOne's AI-SPM shines a light on AI threats lurking in the shadows

SentinelOne aims to secure AI applications with Security Posture Management (SPM) to address vulnerabilities and misconfigurations in cloud environments.

Protecting your data in the age of AI

Organizations must balance leveraging AI's transformative power with the critical necessity of protecting data integrity.
Data leakage in AI systems can expose sensitive information, requiring robust governance strategies to mitigate risks.

SentinelOne's AI-SPM shines a light on AI threats lurking in the shadows

SentinelOne aims to secure AI applications with Security Posture Management (SPM) to address vulnerabilities and misconfigurations in cloud environments.
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Mist v2 Fails to Defend Against Robust Mimicry Methods Like Noisy Upscaling | HackerNoon

Mist v2 fails to enhance digital security against advanced mimicry techniques.
#cyber-security

Computer Misuse Act reform gains traction in Parliament | Computer Weekly

There is a strong momentum for reforming the outdated Computer Misuse Act to support ethical hacking and enhance cyber security.
Proposed changes aim to provide legal protections for security professionals conducting legitimate activities.

If no security we are safe?

Security encompasses measures to protect people, property, and information from harm, including both physical and cyber protection techniques.

Computer Misuse Act reform gains traction in Parliament | Computer Weekly

There is a strong momentum for reforming the outdated Computer Misuse Act to support ethical hacking and enhance cyber security.
Proposed changes aim to provide legal protections for security professionals conducting legitimate activities.

If no security we are safe?

Security encompasses measures to protect people, property, and information from harm, including both physical and cyber protection techniques.
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Both systemd 257 and GNU Shepherd 1.0 are out

Systemd version 257 addresses previous file deletion issues by reworking its -purge command to enhance user data protection.
#vpn

Score Up to 6 Months of Our Favorite VPN Services for Free From ExpressVPN With This Black Friday Deal

Using a VPN enhances online security by masking your activity and geographical location, making it essential for safe browsing and working from home.

Proxy vs. VPN: What is the difference, and which do I need?

VPNs offer better security and privacy than proxy servers due to encryption and data protection features.

Score Up to 6 Months of Our Favorite VPN Services for Free From ExpressVPN With This Black Friday Deal

Using a VPN enhances online security by masking your activity and geographical location, making it essential for safe browsing and working from home.

Proxy vs. VPN: What is the difference, and which do I need?

VPNs offer better security and privacy than proxy servers due to encryption and data protection features.
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Here comes the government's Data Bill - again | Computer Weekly

The Data Use and Access Bill aims to enhance data sharing and has the potential to significantly boost the UK economy.
#privacy-settings

Your Personal Info On Your iPhone Isn't Safe Until You Change These Privacy Settings, According To A Pro

iPhone users must adjust privacy settings to enhance their security and limit data tracking by advertisers.

Mozilla removing Do Not Track option from Firefox 135

Mozilla will remove the Do Not Track toggle from Firefox 135 due to lack of site compliance with its privacy preference.

Your Personal Info On Your iPhone Isn't Safe Until You Change These Privacy Settings, According To A Pro

iPhone users must adjust privacy settings to enhance their security and limit data tracking by advertisers.

Mozilla removing Do Not Track option from Firefox 135

Mozilla will remove the Do Not Track toggle from Firefox 135 due to lack of site compliance with its privacy preference.
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#privacy-law

FPF Unveils Report on the Anatomy of State Comprehensive Privacy Law

State comprehensive privacy laws show commonalities and differences, complicating compliance as they evolve due to societal and technological changes.

Bid to revive UK privacy damages suit against Google DeepMind fails to show class | TechCrunch

Privacy class-action lawsuits face significant legal challenges, particularly regarding the representational aspect and the economics of bundling individual claims.

FPF Unveils Report on the Anatomy of State Comprehensive Privacy Law

State comprehensive privacy laws show commonalities and differences, complicating compliance as they evolve due to societal and technological changes.

Bid to revive UK privacy damages suit against Google DeepMind fails to show class | TechCrunch

Privacy class-action lawsuits face significant legal challenges, particularly regarding the representational aspect and the economics of bundling individual claims.
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#cohesity

Cohesity completes its merger with Veritas; here's how they'll integrate | TechCrunch

Cohesity merged with Veritas to form a $7 billion entity, addressing industry fragmentation and enhancing customer value.

Veritas NetBacup merges into Cohesity following completion of acquisition

Cohesity's acquisition of Veritas' NetBackup positions it as a leading data protection and AI-powered data security provider.

Cohesity completes its merger with Veritas; here's how they'll integrate | TechCrunch

Cohesity merged with Veritas to form a $7 billion entity, addressing industry fragmentation and enhancing customer value.

Veritas NetBacup merges into Cohesity following completion of acquisition

Cohesity's acquisition of Veritas' NetBackup positions it as a leading data protection and AI-powered data security provider.
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AI fraud prevention solution launched | App Developer Magazine

AppsFlyer launched an AI enhancement for Protect360, improving fraud detection and offering marketers greater accuracy and real-time fraud mitigation capabilities.

EU's data protection supervisor reviewing Microsoft 365 report | TechCrunch

The EU's use of Microsoft 365 raises significant data protection concerns that require urgent attention and compliance measures.

How laws strain to keep pace with AI advances and data theft

The legal framework must evolve alongside generative AI to protect creators while encouraging innovation.

US TikTok ban imminent after appeal fails | Computer Weekly

The US appeals court upheld a law banning TikTok due to national security concerns, affecting its availability to American users.
#compliance

Administrative fine of 330,000 issued to Polish medical company after a hacking incident

Data breaches can stem from poor risk management and failure to adhere to data security policies.

How to Plan a New (and Improved!) Password Policy for Real-World Security Challenges

Effective password policies must balance security with usability, avoiding rigidity that leads to circumventing security practices.

Unprecedented increase in liability for personal data leaks in the Russian Federation to take effect in May 2025

New Russian law increases liability for personal data leaks, differentiating between illegal transfers and accidental ones, effective May 2025.

Administrative fine of 330,000 issued to Polish medical company after a hacking incident

Data breaches can stem from poor risk management and failure to adhere to data security policies.

How to Plan a New (and Improved!) Password Policy for Real-World Security Challenges

Effective password policies must balance security with usability, avoiding rigidity that leads to circumventing security practices.

Unprecedented increase in liability for personal data leaks in the Russian Federation to take effect in May 2025

New Russian law increases liability for personal data leaks, differentiating between illegal transfers and accidental ones, effective May 2025.
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Boosting HIPAA Compliance in EHR Systems with Privacy-by-Design

Incorporating Privacy by Design in EHR systems is vital for enhancing patient confidentiality and data protection.

Meta to Face 550 Million Lawsuit in Spain

Meta faces a €550 million lawsuit in Spain for violating E.U. data protection laws, accused of unlawful data collection without user consent.

Apple accused of snooping on workers' iPhones in new lawsuit

Apple faces allegations of requiring employee privacy waivers and excessive surveillance through company-managed devices, including personal iPhones tied to work.

Authorities probe Oracle Cerner project in Sweden

Oracle's Cerner Millennium system faces scrutiny in Sweden after significant issues were reported following a $190 million deployment.

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The system detected unusual activity and requires user verification to ensure security.

Trust in Singapore companies dips sharply as consumers demand stricter data protection and effortless experiences

Consumer trust in Singapore companies has significantly declined due to concerns over data management.
74% of individuals express less confidence in companies compared to last year.

Metropolitan Police officer dismissed for unlawfully accessing Sarah Everard files | Computer Weekly

A Metropolitan Police officer was dismissed for improperly accessing sensitive files about Sarah Everard's case, raising concerns about police data access reforms.

ORG urges ICO to revise public sector enforcement approach | Computer Weekly

ICO's limited fining approach for public sector organizations fails to effectively deter data breaches, according to privacy campaigners.

iOS 18 reboots iThings after 72 hours - secretly and smartly

iOS 18's undocumented feature reduces unauthorized access by rebooting devices after 72 hours of inactivity, maintaining high security standards.

How Non-Gamstop Casinos Enhance Player Privacy and Anonymity

The rise of non-Gamstop casinos is driven by player demand for privacy, flexibility, and unique gaming experiences.

Bunnings breached privacy of customers by using facial recognition, watchdog finds

Bunnings breached privacy rights of customers by using facial recognition tech for store safety without consent.

Turkey fines Amazon's Twitch 2 million lira for data breach

Twitch was fined by Turkey's KVKK due to inadequate security measures that led to a significant data breach.

Schwarz Group partners with Google on EU sovereign cloud | Computer Weekly

Google and Schwarz Group aim to provide secure, sovereign cloud collaboration for regulated industries in Europe.
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