Bitly, a leading URL shortening service, is currently grappling with a significant data breach that puts user account credentials at risk. In a blog post released yesterday, the company alerted its users that their account details may have been compromised in an incident involving potential unauthorized access to sensitive information.…
Merav Vered Vice President, GRC & Strategic Initiatives, Vendict Merav Vered holds the position of Vice President for Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) and Strategic Initiatives at Vendict. In this role, she plays a pivotal part in overseeing the GRC team while developing methodologies that integrate seamlessly with Vendict’s…
Transforming Contracts in the Wake of Data Privacy Legislation The Indian hospitality sector is currently experiencing a profound reassessment of its contractual agreements, catalyzed by the introduction of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023. Hotel operators are pursuing renegotiations of existing contracts with global partners and booking platforms,…
Sean Tufts: Championing Cybersecurity in Industrial Sectors Field CTO, Industrial, Claroty Sean Tufts stands at the forefront of cybersecurity, renowned for his extensive expertise in industrial security. As the Field Chief Technology Officer at Claroty, he combines comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity practices with strong leadership in go-to-market strategies, driven by…
A significant data breach has emerged, as a cybercrime organization known as ShinyHunters has claimed responsibility for leaking over two million personal records reportedly stolen from Harvard University and the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn). This incident marks an escalation of last year’s data breaches, creating a serious privacy crisis for…
Apple Clarifies Guidelines for Law Enforcement Data Requests In a recent disclosure, Apple has reaffirmed its position on the handling of user data in response to legal requests from U.S. law enforcement agencies. Despite longstanding suspicions fueled by revelations about the National Security Agency (NSA)’s DROPOUTJEEP program, Apple continues to…
Governance & Risk Management: Embracing Zero Trust Presented by Microsoft Duration: 60 minutes As federal agencies progress through their Zero Trust implementations, many encounter challenges in translating strategic goals into actionable, measurable outcomes. This webinar aims to shed light on how artificial intelligence (AI) can support security teams in refining…
Rising Cybersecurity Threats and AI Governance Issues Highlighted in FICCI–EY Risk Survey Recent findings from the FICCI–EY Risk Survey 2026, released on February 8, illustrate escalating risks that Indian businesses face, chiefly stemming from cybersecurity breaches, inadequate governance of artificial intelligence (AI), and increasing scrutiny under India’s data protection laws.…
Rising Concerns Over Point-of-Sale Systems Amidst Cybersecurity Threats In an era where digital transactions reign supreme, the security of Point-of-Sale (POS) systems is increasingly critical. These computerized systems have evolved far beyond basic cash registers, offering swift transaction processing, accurate record-keeping, and comprehensive inventory management. However, the growing complexity of…