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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) stories - Page 5

Concerned with the growth of the internet and the inadvertent or otherwise exposure of personal information to potential bad actors, the European Union promulgated the General Data Protection Regulation in 2016. The regulation is part of European Union privacy law and human rights laws and must be complied with by any companies doing business with EU nations. It is designed to give people greater control over their personal information while simplifying regulatory compliance for international business.
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DeepSeek AI challenges ChatGPT with low-cost innovation

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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DeepSeek has unveiled a cost-effective Generative AI model, rivaling ChatGPT's accuracy while operating on just USD $5 million and 2,000 GPUs.
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Italy bans DeepSeek AI over data security concerns

Sat, 1st Feb 2025
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Italy's recent ban of the controversial AI technology DeepSeek raises concerns over data security, potentially paving the way for similar government actions globally.
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How A Passwordless Future Can Become A Reality

Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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As organisations face rising cyber threats, many are abandoning traditional passwords for passwordless and multi-factor authentication, promising enhanced security.
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Embracing privacy-first to tackle cyber & regulatory risks

Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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OpenText Cybersecurity urges businesses to adopt a privacy-first strategy as regulatory pressures and cyber threats escalate, especially ahead of Data Privacy Week.
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Experts warn of AI's dual impact on data privacy in 2025

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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As Data Privacy Week approaches, experts warn of escalating risks in 2025, driven by AI's dual role, legacy systems, and the need for robust data minimisation strategies.
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Tessell wins 'Best Cloud Infrastructure' at 2025 awards

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Tessell has clinched the title of Best Cloud Infrastructure at The Cloud Awards 2025, recognising its advancements in multi-cloud database management.
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How malicious bots disrupt the holiday travel season

Sat, 28th Dec 2024
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As Australian airlines brace for the bustling holiday season, they face a rising tide of malicious bots threatening customer trust and revenue.
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AI-driven data governance to be key by 2025, says expert

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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By 2025, data governance, AI, and multi-factor authentication will become crucial as firms navigate increasing regulatory pressures and cybersecurity threats.
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DuploCloud appoints Amundson & DeHart to leadership team

Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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DuploCloud has appointed Matt Amundson as Chief Marketing Officer and Kelly DeHart as Chief Revenue Officer to bolster its leadership team.
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Graphiant launches new service to secure data in motion

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Graphiant has launched its Data Assurance service to enhance control and visibility for data in motion across global business networks.
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Rise in cybercrime during holiday shopping season alerts

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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With the festive season nearing, a 30% rise in ransomware attacks threatens consumers, as cybercriminals exploit holiday shopping anxieties.
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise enhances cybersecurity features

Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has unveiled enhanced cybersecurity features for its OmniPCX Enterprise Purple, ensuring compliance with the NIS 2 Directive in the EU.
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5G & AI among key growth trends in Asia Pacific by 2025

Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise predicts that strategic tech investments will be vital for business growth in the Asia Pacific region by 2025 amid modest global GDP forecasts.
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Enhancing customer service through AI-powered personalisation

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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As 71% of consumers now demand personalised interactions, brands must embrace AI to enhance customer service and foster deeper connections.
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AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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As AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, experts warn that organisations must revisit security fundamentals to counter increasingly sophisticated attacks.
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Privately partners with Privado ID for privacy-focused age check

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Privately and Privado ID have partnered to revolutionise age verification and identity management, prioritising user privacy across various industries.
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Fivetran & Microsoft team up for data lake service

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Fivetran has joined forces with Microsoft to enhance data solutions, enabling enterprises to streamline AI and machine learning workloads securely.
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise releases cybersecurity updates for OXE Purple

Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise reveals new cybersecurity features for its OmniPCX Enterprise Purple solution, enhancing compliance with the EU's NIS 2 Directive.
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Cloudera to acquire Octopai, boosting data management

Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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Cloudera has agreed to acquire Octopai to enhance its data catalog and metadata management, improving data handling for enterprises.
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Diliko unveils Agentic AI platform for data management

Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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Diliko has unveiled its Agentic AI platform to automate data management for mid-sized enterprises, aiming to enhance efficiency in sectors like healthcare and finance.