The rapid adoption of generative AI in the business world is transforming the way we work and improving our ability to engage with customers, streamline internal processes, and drive cost savings while introducing unprecedented challenges to the protection of individual privacy. As AI technologies continue to evolve and permeate various aspects of our lives, concerns about data […]
Why Data Privacy, Data Security, and Data Protection Go Hand in Hand
Here’s an important truth: There is no data privacy without data protection. Consumers and companies place their trust in the organizations they do business with and trust that their sensitive data will be kept private. These same organizations want to protect consumer and partner data, to preserve their brand as a trustworthy partner, grow revenues, […]
Is Cyber Insurance a Must-Have?
The frequency and severity of cyberattacks have dramatically increased in recent years, leaving businesses and individuals vulnerable to financial loss and reputational damage. As technology continues to advance, and with the ever-present threat of cyberattacks, there is a growing need for cyber insurance. Cybersecurity insurance was created in the late 1990s when organizations began moving their […]
Don’t Be Held Hostage by Legacy Data Backup
Today is World Backup Day, our annual reminder of the importance of being diligent about backing up data to prevent data loss. But the fact is, the rate at which data levels are exploding in size is far outpacing what legacy data backup systems can achieve. The way we have done backup for the past 20 […]
The Case for GDPR by a Friendly Hacker
I like to hack into Microsoft products in my free time – and that’s given me a pretty unique perspective on how we need to protect data in our digital world. Before anyone calls the authorities, I promise that it’s all kosher. In fact, Microsoft rewards people for discovering their vulnerabilities. Whitehat hacking and bug […]
Maximizing Your Enterprise Data Security: The Ultimate Guide to Secure Data Transfer
Running a modern business is only possible with frequent file transfers. Expanding one’s presence in the digital space and changing working habits make the practice even more widespread. While efficient, data transfer can pose risks to security and credibility. Being up to speed on current best practices is critical to a company’s continued data integrity and reputation. […]
Beyond Traditional Backup Services: The Evolution of Workloads
Between 2020 and today, we have seen a tumultuous and transformative shift in the technological world. Of particular concern among organizations was a growing interest in new ways to manage invaluable data. Traditionally, data was stored in legacy backup services, including physical data centers, so when digital transformation accelerated, ensuring data remain secure and accessible became a […]
Data Clean Rooms: Share Your Corporate Data Fearlessly
Data sharing has become more complex, both in its application and our relationship to it. There is a tension between the need for personalization and the need for privacy. Businesses must share data to be effective and ultimately provide tailored customer experiences. However, legislation and practices regarding data privacy have tightened, and data sharing is tougher and […]
Data Protection: An Essential Element of Any Digital Transformation Strategy
According to an annual cybersecurity report by Cisco, cyber-attacks are more advanced than ever before. Phishing, ransomware, social engineering, and trojans are the most active threats. Globally, the average total cost of a data breach is around $4.35 million, which increased by 2.6% compared to 2021, according to IBM’s most recent Cost of a Data Breach […]
Data Science and Privacy: Defending Sensitive Data in the Age of Analytics
When big data began getting corporate attention in the late 2000s, the idea of data privacy was considered lavish and exotic. The public was less concerned about securing their data assets and was only fascinated by the fact that the interconnected digital world would change their lives forever. As we soon step into 2023, the […]