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
Important Guidance For Public Authorities. A series of high-profile data breaches in the UK have once again highlighted the importance of safeguarding personal information. Data from original source spreadsheets was inadvertently exposed. This was in response to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. Therefore while this issue isn’t new, it serves as a reminder of
The Devastating Impact of Charity Data Breach. A cyber attack has compromised the personal data of hundreds of thousands of people. Targeting people who donated to some of Britain’s most prominent charities. The breach hit a survey company working with over 40 charities in the UK. Including well-known names like the RSPCA, Dogs Trust, Battersea
TikTok Hit with £298 million fine for Children’s privacy Violation. Above all as a data protection and cybersecurity agency dedicated to supporting businesses in complying with data protection and cybersecurity regulations. We recognise the significance of this penalty and its implications for companies in the digital age. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the
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Redefining UK Policing: Cybersecurity threats in the Digital age. Greater Manchester Police are dealing with a severe cybersecurity crisis. A ransomware attack targeted a third-party ID card supplier, compromising the personal data of hundreds of officers. Greater Manchester Police’s Data Breach: This breach exposed sensitive information, including officers’ names, addresses, and photographs. Fortunately, financial information
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Securing LGBTQ+ Charities in the UK: Protecting Digital Assets in a Hostile Cyber Landscape. In an increasingly digital world, LGBTQ+ charities in the United Kingdom have become vital sources of support, advocacy, and community-building. However, as they strive to provide crucial services to the LGBTQ+ community, they also face a heightened threat of cyber attacks.
Ensuring Data Security and Responsible Gambling: The Gambling Industry’s Commitment. In recent years, the gambling industry has undergone significant expansion, with online betting and gaming platforms gaining immense popularity. However, this rapid growth has raised concerns about potential issues like money laundering, fraud, and problem gambling. To address these challenges the UK ICO issued a
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Understanding the UK GDPR Data Protection Bill The UK GDPR Bill is a proposal and may undergo amendments before receiving Royal Assent. If enacted, it will have a limited impact due to the need to maintain data adequacy with the EU. The proposed regime may make UK data protection law less prescriptive. However, Companies operating
