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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) stories - Page 9

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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Diliko unveils Agentic AI platform for data management

Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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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.
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Alimetry raises USD $18m for gut health innovation

Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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Alimetry has secured $18 million in oversubscribed funding to advance its FDA-approved wearable device for gut health monitoring and diagnosis.
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Mitel unveils CEM solution to enhance emergency response

Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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Mitel has unveiled its Critical Event Management solution, enhancing emergency response capabilities for businesses in the UK and Germany amidst rising threats.
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Navigating PCI DSS 4.0.1

Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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With PCI DSS 4.0.1's best practices becoming mandatory in six months, organisations must urgently prepare for complex new compliance requirements.
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Kolekti launches Narus for secure Generative AI adoption

Tue, 15th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
Kolekti has unveiled Narus, a secure Generative AI platform, addressing firms' concerns over safe AI use from McKinsey's 2024 report.
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Hornetsecurity launches tool to streamline MSP operations

Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Hornetsecurity has launched the 365 Multi-Tenant Manager, streamlining Microsoft 365 tenant management for Managed Service Providers and boosting productivity.
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Security concerns slow AI adoption in customer service industry

Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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Security concerns are stalling AI adoption in customer service despite high consumer demand, with 85% of brands holding back due to fears of 'Shadow AI.'.
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Shure unveils ShureCloud for unified device management

Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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Shure launches ShureCloud, a cloud-enabled platform for centralised management of its AV devices and software, offering real-time remote control and updates.
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ISO 27001 making big waves in strengthening data security

Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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storage
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ISO 27001 certification is boosting data security across various sectors, ensuring information remains confidential and secure, whether on paper or electronically.
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Data centre decommissioning: save costs, stay secure, go green

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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As businesses shift to cloud solutions, decommissioning data centres is crucial for cutting costs, ensuring data security, and promoting sustainability.
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Alcatraz AI launches Rock X, advances biometric security

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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Alcatraz AI unveils Rock X, a new biometric access control system designed to work in extreme conditions, showcasing it at GSX 2024.
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Johnson Controls faces $27M loss after Dark Angels cyberattack

Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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Kaspersky has examined the impact of cyberattacks on businesses, highlighting the various kinds of losses they can suffer if not adequately protected.
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Lucid unveils data residency programme for EMEA with AWS

Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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Lucid Software has launched a global data residency programme for EMEA, hosted by AWS, aiming to meet regional data security and compliance needs.
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78% of UK firms overlook AI compliance despite rising adoption

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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A new survey by VinciWorks shows 78% of UK companies lack measures to guard against AI breaches, even as AI adoption rises and EU regulations loom.
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Logpoint & G'Secure Labs forge cybersecurity partnership

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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Logpoint and G'Secure Labs partner to boost cybersecurity, addressing talent shortages, regulatory demands, and rising cyber threats with enhanced SOCaaS offerings.
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Proofpoint launches AI-driven Digital Communications Governance solution

Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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Proofpoint launches its new Digital Communications Governance solution, promising AI-driven insights and robust compliance for organisations across major digital channels.
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Logpoint partners with Advitum to bolster Swedish cybersecurity

Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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Logpoint and Advitum join forces to improve Swedish cybersecurity, aiming to provide enhanced protection, threat detection, and compliance.
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Hornetsecurity updates backup solution for Microsoft Planner

Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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Hornetsecurity has unveiled an upgrade to its 365 Total Backup solution, now including robust backup and recovery for Microsoft Planner, free for customers.
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EU AI Act sets new global standard for ethical AI use

Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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The EU AI Act, effective 1st August 2024, heralds significant regulatory changes for businesses and tech firms, setting a global benchmark for ethical AI use.
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Appdome enhances geo-fraud detection to boost mobile app security

Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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Appdome unveils enhanced Geo-Fraud Detection features, including Geo-Location Fencing, to boost mobile app security and compliance against location spoofing and VPN threats.