Compliance is tough, especially when you’re running a finance firm or a tech company. There’s always some audit coming up, another control to document, another report to finish. On top of that, you have got clients and regulators breathing down your neck, asking if your systems are secure and if you’re playing by the rules. […]
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Areas we cover in this blog: The Cost of Non-Compliance with GDPR The Hidden Costs of Recruiting In-House for GDPR Compliance Why Outsourcing to a Compliance Agency Makes More Sense Industry-Specific Impact of GDPR Non-Compliance Cost Breakdown: Outsourcing vs. In-House Tips for Effective GDPR Compliance Conclusion: Outsource to Stay Ahead of GDPR Compliance The true
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How to conduct a GDPR compliance audit? If your organisation processes personal data, a GDPR audit isn’t just a good idea — it’s essential. A well-executed audit provides clarity, mitigates risk, and ensures you’re aligned with regulatory expectations. But while it’s possible to attempt an internal audit, many businesses quickly realise the value of bringing
May 2025 saw a staggering 1.44 billion records breached across 44 publicly disclosed incidents, reinforcing an urgent reality: cyber threats are evolving faster than many organisations can defend against them. From large-scale data scraping to insider threats and vendor-based breaches, the landscape has become more complex, more targeted, and—critically—more avoidable with the right safeguards in place. So
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Introduction On 19 June 2025, the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) received Royal Assent, marking a significant shift in the UK’s data protection landscape. Designed to modernise aspects of the UK GDPR, DPA 2018, and PECR, the DUAA introduces changes aimed at empowering businesses to innovate while maintaining robust protections for personal data. In this blog, we
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Why do you need penetration testing? Penetration testing is a critical part of any strong cyber security strategy. It helps organisations identify and fix security vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them. By simulating real-world cyber attacks, penetration testing shows you where your defences are weak — and how to strengthen them. Experts recommend conducting a
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how organisations collect, process, and use personal data. As a business you must stay ahead of these rapid developments. AI does not operate in a legal vacuum. Instead, it interacts directly with core principles of data protection law. Most importantly, it affects the rights of data subjects under the UK
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Cybersecurity and data protection compliance has never been more critical. With over 500 potential threats clocked every second. Therefore organisations face an escalating battle to secure their digital assets. The UK government recognises this urgency, highlighting cybersecurity in the King’s Speech and introducing the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to bolster national defences. Yet, despite these efforts,
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How To Help SME Prevent Ransomware Attacks. In the United Kingdom, a digital storm is brewing, and all things considered it’s casting a dark cloud over small businesses. Ransomware attacks are on the rise, and these cyber tempests are wreaking havoc on unsuspecting companies. In this blog, we’ll delve into the alarming surge in ransomware
