Hot for Security

JANUARY 29, 2021

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released information on scammers impersonating the agency, warning the public that the criminals operate a spoofed website to trick consumers into disclosing financial information, with a tantalizing promise of instant cash.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 27, 2020

For example, only recently did the three major consumer reporting bureaus allow all U.S. “We’ve done a good job in educating the public that anyone can be victim of identity theft, and in compelling our infrastructure to provide robust consumer protection and risk minimization processes that are more uniform,” she said.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 27, 2025

FFIEC Guidelines and Compliance Categories FFIEC guidelines encompass a wide range of regulatory categories, including: Information Management and Security: Safeguarding sensitive consumer data. Consumer Protection: Upholding fair lending and privacy standards. Cybersecurity: Mitigating risks associated with digital threats.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

In a recent blog, privacy company Proton explained how Google is spending millions lobbying and actively fighting against privacy laws that would protect you from online surveillance. Some of the most personal and secretive troves of data rank as the most expensive.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Businesses must automatically secure their supply chains to protect themselves and comply with consumer-protection laws. Data breaches exposed over 37 billion records in 2020 alone — a 141% jump from 2019. Comprehensive Integration.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Check out the examples below from Forrester’s blog. Regulations such as the California Consumer Protection Act (CCPA) in the US and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the EU address this, particularly when personally identified information ( PII ) is involved. First-party” data is different from zero-party data.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In this blog, we will explain the unique data security challenges for Telcos and three ways how both Thales and Red Hat can help them protect against future API attacks. Unfortunately, API attacks are increasing as vectors for security incidents. In particular, the Telcom industry has fallen victim to several high-profile API attacks.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 4, 2019

Financial institutions deal with a bevy of regulations that govern data protection and with stringent new regulations (such as the California Consumer Protection Act coming January 1), compliance is top of mind. Compliance v. 12 at 2:00 p.m. To join, please visit our registration page.

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Centraleyes

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

2021 Hawaii Privacy Bills HB125 (Enacted into Law) In 2021, the Governor of Hawai‘i signed into law (HB125) the Uniform Employee and Student Online Privacy Protection Act creating additional protections for student privacy, and this time imposing liability directly on educational institutions. They were not enacted into law.

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Centraleyes

AUGUST 28, 2024

.” This legislation aims to protect consumers from the potential harms of AI by imposing strict requirements on developers and deployers of high-risk AI systems. Privacy Advocates Privacy advocates generally support the Colorado AI Act, emphasizing its focus on transparency and consumer protection. What’s Next?

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

PSD2 Regulation and Compliance josh.pearson@t… Wed, 09/04/2024 - 23:44 The PSD2 directive is a cornerstone of payment legislation in Europe, designed to enhance consumer protection, foster innovation, and create a more integrated and secure European payment landscape. Initially, PSD2 was set to take full effect on September 14, 2019.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The OTA evaluated these websites based on criteria in mainly three categories: consumer protection, privacy and security. Follow the SiteLock blog for the latest cybersecurity news. According to the result of the study, Twitter topped the overall ratings three years in a run.

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Centraleyes

AUGUST 5, 2024

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) The FTC has shown interest in utilizing AI for consumer protection and privacy enforcement. This includes leveraging advanced analytics to detect market abuses, insider trading, and other securities violations more effectively.

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McAfee

DECEMBER 9, 2019

In Part I of this blog, we discussed the debate around AI: what it is, whether it exists, and to what extent it plays a role in our daily lives. The post Cybersecurity & Artificial Intelligence (AI) – a view from the EU Rear Window, Part II appeared first on McAfee Blogs. A strategic, economic and political challenge.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 29, 2024

Business leaders must navigate this constantly evolving regulatory environment to maintain compliance, protect their organizations, and safeguard the trust of their customers. This blog will briefly overview the most essential developments shaping the legislative and compliance environment.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 29, 2024

Business leaders must navigate this constantly evolving regulatory environment to maintain compliance, protect their organizations, and safeguard the trust of their customers. This blog will briefly overview the most essential developments shaping the legislative and compliance environment.

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Risk Manufacturing Cyber threats Digital transformation 72

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

For end users and consumers, protection against data breaches is difficult as we all now trust others to be good stewards of our personal details. Follow the SiteLock blog for more information on protecting yourself from security breaches. A good strategy to reduce the risk of a breach three-fold.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In this blog, we will explain the unique data security challenges for Telcos and three ways how both Thales and Red Hat can help them protect against future API attacks. Unfortunately, API attacks are increasing as vectors for security incidents. In particular, the Telcom industry has fallen victim to several high-profile API attacks.

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

JUNE 18, 2020

Receive our latest blog posts by email. Take account of cultural approaches: there are differences within EU and across US States and other jurisdictions Consider whether you apply GDPR globally as starting point. Many deploy more region-specific frameworks. Share on Facebook. Share on Twitter. Share via email. Share on LinkedIn.

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Centraleyes

JANUARY 12, 2025

Over the last decade, financial firms have been mandated to adopt new compliance frameworks at an unprecedented rate, partly due to the sector’s digital transformation and rising concerns around cybersecurity and consumer protection.

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Financial Services Data privacy Risk Banking 52

Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Stay informed and aware: Keep yourself updated on the latest holiday scams and trends by reading reputable blogs , news sources, and consumer protection websites. Familiarize yourself with common red flags to recognize potential scams.

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Centraleyes

JANUARY 15, 2024

The ADPPA (American Data Protection Privacy Act) which was voted out in July, 2022 and has been clinging to life since, has left US consumers agitated at the stagnant nature of such a historic, bipartisan initiative for consumer protection.

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Data privacy Advertising Data collection Government 52

Responsible Cyber

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Regulatory requirements span various categories, including environmental regulations, labor laws, consumer protection laws, and occupational safety and health regulations. These requirements are designed to ensure businesses operate legally and ethically within their respective industries. What types of regulatory requirements exist?

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Centraleyes

APRIL 15, 2024

Genetic Information Maryland was one of a select group of states that included genetic information in their listing of personal information categories in previous Maryland consumer protection acts. HB962 expands and specifies exactly which types of genetic information are subject to breach notification requirements.

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Responsible Cyber

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Research shows that only 19 out of 60 countries have detailed regulations that cover taxation, AML/CFT, consumer protection, and licensing [1]. Current Global Regulatory Framework Cryptocurrency regulations around the world lack uniformity. Different countries follow different approaches.

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Responsible Cyber

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The platform offers flexible pricing models based on organizational size and complexity.

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Schneier on Security

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

Hearing on "Securing Consumers' Credit Data in the Age of Digital Commerce". Subcommittee on Digital Commerce and Consumer Protection. My popular newsletter Crypto - Gram and my blog Schneier on Security are read by over 250,000 people. Fellow, Berkman Center for Internet and Society at Harvard Law School. Before the.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 25, 2022

“The reason is clear: Genuine tribal businesses are entitled to ‘tribal immunity,’ meaning they can’t be sued,” Bailey wrote in a blog post.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 18, 2023

The FTC is looking OpenAI for possible violations consumer protection laws. Ultimately, as I wrote in my last blog, AI is racing to the top while the creative, economic, and employment casualties will continue to become collateral damage. FTC Investigation ChatGPT Surrounding Their Data Sources. Where does the data come from?

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Security Affairs

MAY 16, 2019

There are many blogs that for the greater part deal with issues of cybersecurity and the rights of the digital population in terms of consumer protection and privacy. They are normal websites that deal with different topics, including forums that represent meeting points for users that discuss legal and non-legal issues.

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Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Connecticut – S 1058: Attorney Generals Recommendations Enacted to enhance consumer protection, Connecticut’s S 1058 intersects with charitable organizations, telecommunications, and the attorney general’s recommendations. This bill is categorized as Comprehensive.

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Jane Frankland

JANUARY 12, 2025

In this blog, I’m exploring these changes, grouped under key categories that I’ve used in previous years, to help business leaders and cyber risk owners better prepare for the evolving landscape. While federal advances may slow, state-level momentum continues.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 4, 2024

It emphasizes risk mitigation, talent acquisition, worker protection, civil rights preservation, consumer protection, and international collaboration, signaling a commitment to comprehensive AI governance at the federal level. This order outlines goals for ensuring AI’s safe, secure, and trustworthy development and use.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

One month into his second term, President Trump’s actions to shrink the government through mass layoffs, firings and withholding funds allocated by Congress have thrown federal cybersecurity and consumer protection programs into disarray. CONSUMER PROTECTION? Image: Shutterstock.

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