The financial impact of data breaches is climbing alarmingly. By the close of 2025, estimates suggest the average cost of a data breach may surpass USD 4 million, with a staggering figure of approximately USD 4.86 million already being reported worldwide in 2024. Heightened frequency in data leaks and cyberattacks…
In today’s digital landscape, photographs rank among the most widely shared and stored forms of online content. Whether through social media, cloud services, or email attachments, personal imagery circulates extensively across the web. Despite the undeniable convenience of online photo storage, significant privacy issues often go unnoticed. This article examines…
As incidents of cyberattacks on UK retailers escalate, insurance providers are reevaluating their approaches to cyber insurance tailored for this sector. The surge in both the frequency and complexity of attacks has led underwriters to consider substantial increases in premiums—potentially by as much as 10 percent—or in some cases, to…
Choi Jang-hyuk, Vice Chairperson of the Personal Information Protection Commission, speaks at a meeting in Jongno District, Seoul, on April 23. [NEWS1] The Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) of South Korea has initiated an investigation following reports from two major insurance general agencies (GAs) regarding significant data breaches. These incidents…
In our increasingly interconnected world, the management of user data has come under intense examination, particularly concerning applications that share sensitive information across borders. A notable instance of this ongoing debate involves TikTok, the widely-used Chinese mobile video-sharing platform that has faced scrutiny over privacy and data security issues since…
Webinar Alert: Taming the Hacker Storm – A Strategic Framework for Combating Cybercriminals In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, a new opportunity for learning has emerged. The upcoming webinar titled "Taming the Hacker Storm: A Framework for Defeating Cybercriminals and Malware" aims to equip business owners with essential knowledge…
Marks & Spencer Faces Cybersecurity Incident Disrupting Payment Systems Marks & Spencer (M&S), a venerable British retailer with over 140 years in the food and clothing sectors, has recently been the victim of a significant cyberattack that unfolded during the Easter period. The incident disrupted vital services, impacting customers’ ability…
Data Breach Epidemic Highlights Vulnerabilities in Encryption Practices Data breaches have emerged as a rampant issue, posing ongoing threats to businesses worldwide. While organizations invest heavily in advanced technologies for perimeter defense and access management, an often neglected component remains: data encryption. The lack of robust encryption strategies leaves businesses…
Google, the prominent search engine owned by Alphabet Inc., is set to implement a new security feature known as “Auto Restart” aimed at fortifying data protection on Android devices. This feature is specifically designed to mitigate unauthorized access to sensitive information in the event that a device is lost, stolen,…
