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Tampa General Hospital Reaches $6.8 Million Settlement in Data Breach Lawsuit – HIPAA Journal

Tampa General Hospital has reached a settlement of $6.8 million concerning a data breach lawsuit, highlighting significant vulnerabilities within healthcare cybersecurity practices. This legal action stems from an incident where sensitive patient data was compromised, putting a spotlight on the challenges faced by healthcare organizations in protecting personal information. The…

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Reflections on 2024’s Major Cyber Attacks: Insights and Implications for 2025 Cybersecurity

Surge in Cyber Attacks Highlight Vulnerabilities Across Industries in 2024 In 2024, a notable uptick in sophisticated cyber attacks has emerged, impacting crucial sectors such as healthcare, finance, telecommunications, and governmental services. Noteworthy incidents involve severe ransomware and supply chain attacks, revealing critical vulnerabilities that businesses and institutions must address…

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Verizon and AT&T Announce Efforts to Eliminate the Salt Typhoon Breach – iZOOlogic

Verizon and AT&T have jointly announced their success in addressing the Salt Typhoon breach, a significant cybersecurity incident that has come under scrutiny in recent weeks. This breach, which involved unauthorized access to sensitive customer data, has raised alarms among business owners focused on the safeguarding of their information assets.…

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Cybersecurity Stocks in 2024: Diverging Paths Create a Mixed Outlook

Data Protection and Cybersecurity Stocks Diverge in 2024: Analysis and Implications In 2024, cyber security stocks exhibited polarized performance, with companies focused on data protection experiencing significant gains largely driven by rising investments in artificial intelligence. In contrast, established firms in the vulnerability management segment faced double-digit declines in stock…

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Data Protection Commission to Enhance Enforcement and Impose Fines for Data Breaches in 2025

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has recently unveiled a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing compliance and enforcement of the 2023 Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA). The Commission is poised to impose significant fines on data controllers and processors who fail to adhere to established data protection standards. In a…

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OnDemand Webinar: Strategies for Cyber Resilience in the Cloud Era – Securing Data Growth

Title: Insights from Industry Leader: Filip Verloy on Data Security Trends and Challenges Subtitle: A Look into the Expertise of Rubrik X’s Field CTO EMEA & APJ In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the insights of seasoned professionals like Filip Verloy are invaluable. As the Field CTO for Rubrik X…

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Defending Against Threats: A Live Webinar on Phishing and Ransomware Prevention

Title: Confronting Cyber Threats: Insights from the Recent Under Attack Webinar on Phishing and Ransomware Risks In a recent live webinar titled "Under Attack: Preventing Phishing and Ransomware Disasters," industry leaders gathered to discuss the escalating threats posed by phishing and ransomware. This session highlighted critical vulnerabilities affecting businesses today,…

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Chinese Hackers Target U.S. Treasury Office Responsible for Economic Sanctions: Report, ET CISO

Chinese government hackers have reportedly infiltrated the U.S. Treasury Department office responsible for administering economic sanctions, according to a report by the Washington Post. This breach, characterized as a significant cyberattack, resulted in the theft of unclassified documents, as disclosed in a recent letter to Congress. Sources within the U.S.…

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