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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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Semarchy partners with Microsoft Purview for enhanced data integration
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data privacy
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Semarchy partners with Microsoft Purview to enhance data integration, governance, and accessibility, aiming to turn fragmented data into strategic assets for businesses.
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DeepL reveals next-gen language model for superior translations
3 days ago
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data privacy
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productivity
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google
DeepL unveils an advanced language model for superior translations and editing, setting new industry standards and offering businesses unmatched efficiency.
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NormCyber launches Data Protection Risk Assessment service
3 days ago
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data protection
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data privacy
NormCyber unveils a new Data Protection Risk Assessment service to help organisations uncover and fix data privacy gaps, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other regulations.
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Google reverses decision on third-party cookies in Chrome
3 days ago
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data privacy
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Google’s decision to retain third-party cookies on Chrome has sparked a mix of industry reactions, highlighting ongoing privacy and effectiveness concerns.
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Campaign management software market to reach $10.2B by 2034
4 days ago
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crm
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data analytics
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digital transformation
The global campaign management software market is set to soar to USD$4.8 billion by 2024 and may reach USD$10.2 billion by 2034, driven by AI and cloud innovations.
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Raiffeisen Bank partners with Fivetran for data transformation
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martech
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digital transformation
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cdp
Raiffeisen Bank has partnered with Fivetran to transform its data infrastructure, enhancing real-time marketing across 11 countries in Central and Eastern Europe.
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UK councils report over 5,000 data breaches in 2023
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data protection
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data privacy
An FoI request by Apricorn unveiled over 5,000 data breaches across UK local councils in 2023, raising serious concerns about data protection compliance.
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Blackpearl launches AI tool to navigate Chrome cookie changes
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data privacy
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advertising
Google's phasing out of third-party cookies is reshaping digital marketing. Blackpearl Group's new AI tool, Pearl Diver, offers a cookie-less solution, earning USD $4.9 million ARR in 13 months.
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Myths and misconceptions about cloud ERP debunked
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it training
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crm
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encryption
Unmask the myths of cloud ERP: not just a costly, unreliable, or complex system, but a scalable, secure solution boosting efficiency and growth for all businesses.
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99% of UK businesses fined for data breaches, study finds
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
Over 99% of UK businesses were fined for data breaches in the past year, with the average fine hitting GBP £257,982, reveals ISMS.online research.
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WatchGuard launches AI-driven ThreatSync+ NDR & compliance tools
Last month
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ransomware
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firewalls
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breach prevention
WatchGuard Technologies unveils ThreatSync+ NDR and WatchGuard Compliance Reporting, leveraging AI to simplify cybersecurity for smaller IT teams and enhance compliance.
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How the midmarket can maximise the success of their AI efforts
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digital transformation
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Midmarket firms can maximise AI success by adopting strategic approaches, mitigating risks, and leveraging expert partnerships to ensure effective and secure implementation.
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Experts warn of escalating threats across European sports and travel sectors
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phishing
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physical security
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email security
Cyber-attacks on European sports websites surge by 59% in January and 66% in March, with threats extending to travel, airlines, entertainment, and betting sectors.
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Managing digital risks: essential practices for modern businesses
Last month
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siem
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it training
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advanced persistent threat protection
As organisations increasingly depend on digital technologies, Digital Risk Management has become crucial, according to a new report.
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Absolute Security earns top marks in G2's Spring Grid Reports
Last month
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Absolute Security triumphs in G2's Spring Grid Reports for Zero Trust Networking and Endpoint Security, securing top spots for the fourth year running.
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Hetzner unveils new cloud server plans from EUR €3.79 per month
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Hetzner has unveiled four new shared vCPU cloud server plans, starting at EUR €3.79 per month, featuring Intel processors to cater to a variety of applications.
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Is your cloud network really ready for Generative AI?
Last month
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data protection
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network infrastructure
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public cloud
Businesses must assess cloud network readiness and connectivity requirements before deploying Generative AI, or face major security and operational risks.
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Rise of Cybersecurity as a Service in the digital age
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ransomware
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
As cyber threats grow more complex, organisations turn to Cybersecurity as a Service (CSaaS) for scalable, expert-led protection, leveraging cloud-based solutions to fortify defences and ensure compliance.
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Entrust launches Citizen Identity Orchestration for governments
Last month
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digital transformation
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data privacy
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gdpr
Entrust introduces its Citizen Identity Orchestration solution, enabling secure digital IDs for seamless government services amidst rising AI-driven fraud.
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Australia’s National Cybersecurity Act races against technological advancement
Last month
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data protection
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
Australia's fragmented cybersecurity laws face overhaul as new National Cybersecurity Act aims to modernise protection against AI and quantum computing threats.