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Data Breach at Texas Drug and Alcohol Testing Firm Impacts Nearly 750,000 Individuals

Data Breach Notification, Data Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Bian Lian Cybercrime Group Claims Responsibility for July 2024 Attack Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • July 18, 2025 Image: The Alcohol & Drug Testing Service A Texas-based company focused on workplace drug and alcohol testing has reported that a cyberattack from…

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MoD to Vigorously Protect Against Compensation Claims from Afghans in Data Breach Case

In a significant data breach, the personal details of thousands of Afghans seeking to escape Taliban rule were inadvertently exposed, casting doubt on their potential for compensation. An official spokesperson from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) indicated that the government would “robustly defend” against any legal actions or compensation claims,…

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Edelson Lechtzin LLP Investigates Data Breach Claims for Anne Arundel Dermatology Customers

Data Breach Investigation at Anne Arundel Dermatology Raises Privacy Concerns NEWTOWN, Pa., July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Edelson Lechtzin LLP has initiated an investigation into data privacy violations stemming from a recent incident involving Anne Arundel Dermatology. The healthcare provider reported a significant data breach that was detected around February…

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How China’s Patriotic ‘Honkers’ Transformed into Elite Cyber Spies

Topsec and Venustech have been implicated in assisting cyber activities linked to state-sponsored initiatives in China. Notably, Topsec has employed several former Honkers, including the founder of the Honker Union of China. The company’s founder previously stated that the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) directed its operations. In 2015, Topsec was…

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UK Creative Community and Big Tech Engage in AI Copyright Discussions

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning , Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development , Standards, Regulations & Compliance New Working Group Initiated Following Two Unsuccessful Attempts to Address AI Training Challenges Akshaya Asokan ( asokan_akshaya) • July 18, 2025 The U.K. government initiated its latest discussions between creative owners and the AI…

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Missouri Implements New Data Breach Notification Law for Insurers: 10 Essential Insights for Insurers and Licensed Entities | Fisher Phillips

Missouri Strengthens Cybersecurity Regulations for Insurance Entities In response to rising cybersecurity threats, Missouri has enacted new legislation aimed at enhancing data security protocols for insurance companies and related licensed entities. On July 2, Governor Mike Parson signed into law House Bill 974, known as “The Insurance Data Security Act.”…

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