The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated that GoDaddy Inc., a prominent web hosting service, establish a comprehensive information security program following allegations of insufficient protective measures against cyber threats that endangered its customers. The enforcement action arises from…
In July, AT&T, a major telecommunications provider in the United States, revealed a significant data breach affecting call and text message logs of its customers, covering approximately six months in 2022. This breach potentially compromised the personal communications of nearly…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Ransomware, Standards, Regulations & Compliance Final Cybersecurity Executive Order Empowers Incoming Administration Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 16, 2025 Updated sanctions authorities will empower the U.S. Department of Treasury to effectively address ransomware ecosystems, according to…
Data Breach Settlement: Up to $7,200 Available for Affected Individuals A significant data breach recently prompted a $3.25 million settlement, aimed at compensating individuals impacted by the See Tickets incident. This breach, which occurred in September 2023, has affected countless…
For the past several months, a significant vulnerability affecting the security of Windows devices has been identified, allowing potential bypass of an industry-standard protection mechanism designed to thwart firmware infections. On Tuesday, Microsoft announced a patch for the vulnerability tracked…
GoDaddy, a well-established web hosting provider trusted by millions for their website needs, faces significant scrutiny following recent security failures that have captured the attention of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Known for empowering small businesses in their digital pursuits,…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development UALink Develops Alternative to Nvidia’s NVLink to Enhance AI Accelerator Connectivity David Perera (@daveperera), Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • January 16, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Apple has joined the board of the…
GoDaddy Faces FTC Directive for Enhanced Cybersecurity Measures The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated that the web hosting provider GoDaddy enhance its cybersecurity protocols following a settlement over allegations of inadequate data protection. This move underscores increasing concerns…
European officials are increasingly apprehensive about the future of US support for Ukraine and NATO in light of ongoing tensions with Russia and a conflict that has extended into the digital realm. The situation has been significantly impacted by the…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Encryption & Key Management, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Administration Officials Highlight Bipartisan Nature of Executive Order Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 16, 2025 The executive order may face implementation challenges due to its timing…
