Cybersecurity

Trust in Digital Payments: Cyber Scams Erode Consumer Confidence – Chubb Report

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“Trust is like the air we breathe. When it’s present, nobody really notices; when it’s absent, everybody notices.” Warren Buffett’s words ring especially true in today’s digital economy, where trust is the foundation of all enduring business relationships, large and small. In the rapidly growing world of digital payments, trust is both the lifeblood of … Read more

OpenText Report Reveals Cybercrime’s Shift: Nation-States Join Forces with Criminal Gangs

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Nations have long been accused of preparing to fight the last war instead of the next, a lesson military strategists like General Douglas MacArthur famously warned about. But in the past and today’s hyper-connected world, the less glamorous yet essential logistical elements—such as the ability to safeguard supply chains—often determine success. The COVID-19 pandemic brought … Read more

The Call Is Coming from Inside the Office: Tackling Insider Cybersecurity Threats

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Most months are recognized for a few things—October for Halloween, February for love, and November for gratitude. On the other hand, September is celebrated for a few important observances: Labor Day, back-to-school season, and another you might not have heard of—National Insider Threat Awareness Month (NITAM). We’d try to make a joke about the call … Read more

Microsoft Expands Secure Future Initiative to Tackle Growing Cybersecurity Threats

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An interesting blog post from Microsoft sheds light on the company’s Secure Future Initiative (SFI), a comprehensive cybersecurity effort that has grown rapidly since its launch in November 2023. The post highlights SFI’s expansion in May 2024 and details its progress across six key security pillars. Microsoft claims that SFI, with 34,000 full-time engineers, represents … Read more

Cyber Risk Tops Business Concerns as Threats Surge, Travelers Report Finds

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If you’re a regular reader of this site, it won’t surprise you to learn that cyber risks have once again taken the top spot as the biggest concern for U.S. businesses. According to the 2024 Travelers Risk Index, cyber threats now worry more business leaders than any other issue. The annual survey conducted by The … Read more

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