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I know that business compliance can sometimes be overwhelming and I want to help you find your way to being and staying complaint.
THS SOURCE is a place for you to access and find out about the latest topics and insights that could impact your compliance for GDPR, ISO, Cyber Security and PCI DSS.
Howard Freeman
How AI Was Used in an Advanced Phishing Campaign Targeting Gmail Users
Our friends at Malwarebytes have reported the use of AI in Gmail attacks. In May, 2024, the FBI warned about the increasing threat of cybercriminals using artificial intelligence (AI) in their scams. At the time, FBI Special Agent in Charge, Robert Tripp, said:...
DSPT: Why Care Providers Need to Comply
Establishing Best Practices in Data Security and Patient Trust The Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) is a critical framework designed to ensure that care providers, including those in the health and social care sectors, adhere to stringent data security...
Navigating the UK GDPR: What Business Owners Need to Know
An Overview of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Introduction The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a regulatory framework enacted by the European Union (EU) in 2018 to protect individuals' personal data and privacy. Since it came into effect,...
How Cyber Threat Intelligence Enhances DORA Compliance Efforts
Financial institutions and their critical suppliers rely on information and communication technology (ICT) to operate. Persistent targeting by cyber attackers means that potential cyber security threats are a greater concern than ever. New regulations like the Digital...
ESA’s 2nd Batch Publication
The three European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, EIOPA, and ESMA – the ESAs) have published a second batch of policy products under the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). This batch consists of four final draft regulatory technical standards (RTS), one set of...
GDPR Compliance: A Critical Checklist for Businesses in 2024
Are you confident that your business is fully GDPR compliant? With the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in full effect, ensuring compliance is non-negotiable for businesses handling the personal data of EU citizens. Failure to adhere to GDPR principles can...