IT security is a critical asset for companies and authorities in 2021 – after all securing data communication affects the most important business activities and services across an organization. With the demand for remote and mobile working at an all-time high, organizations need to act strategically on endpoint security and IT administration to protect their networks and sensitive data. Cybersecurity is the spearhead of any IT infrastructure and needs to be considered strategically from the outset – from cloud computing, data center operations and IIoT to regulated industries or health applications. Find out everything you need to know about the world of IT security.
Cyber Security Month – Reason to celebrate?
This October is time again for the European Cyber Security Month (ECSM), an initiative which is managed by the European Union. During the campaign which lasts throughout the month, the EU aims to increase public awareness of the importance of cyber security.
Cybercriminals Migrate to Mobile Banking
We live in a connected world. Life without our mobile devices providing us with constant, easy access to a wealth of apps and services is scarcely imaginable.
Petty cash won't cover the cost of a data breach
Disclosing data unlawfully or becoming embroiled in a security incident has always been inconvenient and generally costly for business. Business critical information might fall into the wrong hands or cyber attacks could take essential services offline.
Senate Moves to Set a Price on Data Privacy
A new bill that could fundamentally change the relationship between major tech companies and their customers is being debated in the U.S. Senate. The move is the first attempt to assign a dollar value to personal data, treating it just like any other commodity.
Connected Car Data Privacy Goes on Trial
Modern cars know more about us than we might imagine. From driving habits to information about places we’ve visited and even our music tastes, much of the information our cars gather every day is very personal. Such details are also useful to law enforcement.
Encryption Holds Clue to Solving AI-driven Police Surveillance Fears
Police use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for law enforcement is coming under intense scrutiny as fears grow over its potential for misuse. Surveillance technologies with embedded AI like biometrics and facial recognition are potentially invaluable to police investigations.
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