Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries on a global scale, providing startups with essential tools for innovation and expansion. However, alongside these advancements, cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging AI technologies to orchestrate complex attacks, placing startups in a precarious position. Typically, these new businesses do not possess the comprehensive cybersecurity infrastructures…
API Security, Application Security & Online Fraud, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Essential Cybersecurity Priorities for 2025 Brandy Harris • December 25, 2024 Image: Shutterstock As we approach the year 2025, the landscape of cybersecurity is characterized by the emergence of new threats, advancements in technology, and increasing regulatory pressures. Cybersecurity…
HIPAA/HITECH, Standards, Regulations & Compliance HHS Proposes New Encryption and Cybersecurity Standards for Healthcare Organizations Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 27, 2024 Recent high-profile breaches have targeted sensitive healthcare data. (Image: Shutterstock) The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is intensifying its digital security measures in response to…
Strengthening Cyber Resilience: Insights from InfoSec Officer Shervin Evans In an era where cyber threats continually evolve, organizations face mounting pressure to enhance their cyber resilience standards. Shervin Evans, an enterprise architect and information security officer at Deltec Bank and Trust, emphasizes that while traditional cybersecurity efforts focus on preventing…
In a significant regulatory move, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order mandating Marriott International and its subsidiary Starwood Hotels to overhaul their data security protocols. This decision comes in response to multiple substantial data breaches that have compromised sensitive customer information, including passports and payment card details.…
As we approach the new year, organizations are grappling with mounting challenges related to governance, security, and regulatory compliance, particularly in light of the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). In this evolving landscape, Henry Umney, Managing Director of GRC Strategy at Mitratech, a prominent compliance technology provider utilized by…
In 2024, the financial sector has emerged as a primary target for cybercriminals, with a significant uptick in data breaches putting institutions at risk as they look toward 2025. According to a report by SailPoint, approximately 65% of financial organizations worldwide reported experiencing a ransomware attack within the year, marking…
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In 2023, a significant majority of European financial institutions have faced challenges in securing their data, with 78 percent reporting breaches linked to third-party vendors. This alarming statistic comes from recent research conducted by Security Scorecard, which also revealed that 84 percent of these organizations experienced breaches involving fourth parties.…
