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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) stories

Concerned with the growth of the internet and the inadvertent or otherwise exposure of personal information to potential bad actors, the European Union promulgated the General Data Protection Regulation in 2016. The regulation is part of European Union privacy law and human rights laws and must be complied with by any companies doing business with EU nations. It is designed to give people greater control over their personal information while simplifying regulatory compliance for international business.
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How malicious bots disrupt the holiday travel season
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As Australian airlines brace for the bustling holiday season, they face a rising tide of malicious bots threatening customer trust and revenue.
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AI-driven data governance to be key by 2025, says expert
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By 2025, data governance, AI, and multi-factor authentication will become crucial as firms navigate increasing regulatory pressures and cybersecurity threats.
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DuploCloud appoints Amundson & DeHart to leadership team
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DuploCloud has appointed Matt Amundson as Chief Marketing Officer and Kelly DeHart as Chief Revenue Officer to bolster its leadership team.
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Graphiant launches new service to secure data in motion
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Graphiant has launched its Data Assurance service to enhance control and visibility for data in motion across global business networks.
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Rise in cybercrime during holiday shopping season alerts
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With the festive season nearing, a 30% rise in ransomware attacks threatens consumers, as cybercriminals exploit holiday shopping anxieties.
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise enhances cybersecurity features
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has unveiled enhanced cybersecurity features for its OmniPCX Enterprise Purple, ensuring compliance with the NIS 2 Directive in the EU.
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5G & AI among key growth trends in Asia Pacific by 2025
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise predicts that strategic tech investments will be vital for business growth in the Asia Pacific region by 2025 amid modest global GDP forecasts.
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Enhancing customer service through AI-powered personalisation
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As 71% of consumers now demand personalised interactions, brands must embrace AI to enhance customer service and foster deeper connections.
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Exclusive: How Aus3C is strengthening data security through new framework initiative
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The Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre is launching a Voluntary Data Classification Framework to bolster cybersecurity and assist businesses, especially SMEs.
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Spirit & MyCISO unite to bolster cyber security for SMEs
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Spirit Technology Solutions has partnered with MyCISO to enhance cyber security support for Australian SMEs, addressing their resource limitations.
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AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence
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As AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, experts warn that organisations must revisit security fundamentals to counter increasingly sophisticated attacks.
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CommBox secures funding for AI expansion in Europe
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CommBox has raised GBP £12.3 million from PSG Equity to boost its AI technologies and expand its operations into new markets.
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Apricorn boosts storage in Aegis Secure Key 3NX line
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Apricorn has expanded its Aegis Secure Key 3NX line, now offering hardware-encrypted USB drives with storage up to 512GB for enhanced data protection.
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Privately partners with Privado ID for privacy-focused age check
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Privately and Privado ID have partnered to revolutionise age verification and identity management, prioritising user privacy across various industries.
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Fivetran & Microsoft team up for data lake service
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Fivetran has joined forces with Microsoft to enhance data solutions, enabling enterprises to streamline AI and machine learning workloads securely.
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise releases cybersecurity updates for OXE Purple
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise reveals new cybersecurity features for its OmniPCX Enterprise Purple solution, enhancing compliance with the EU's NIS 2 Directive.
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Cloudera to acquire Octopai, boosting data management
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Cloudera has agreed to acquire Octopai to enhance its data catalog and metadata management, improving data handling for enterprises.
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UK businesses increasingly outsourcing cybersecurity
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A survey reveals 52% of UK firms outsource cybersecurity, with 28% planning to do so, driven by a skilled workforce gap and regulatory compliance needs.
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Report reveals major privacy compliance failures in US, EU
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Privado's 2024 report reveals a staggering 75% of top websites in the US and Europe fail to comply with privacy laws, boosting legal compliance risks.
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Diliko unveils Agentic AI platform for data management
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Diliko has unveiled its Agentic AI platform to automate data management for mid-sized enterprises, aiming to enhance efficiency in sectors like healthcare and finance.