UK’s data watchdog hands out two mega‑fines for breaches
The times they have a-changed since the ICO could only slap fines worth a fraction of the current amounts
GDPR
GDPR one year on: Most Europeans know at least some of their rights
On the other hand, a surprisingly high number of Europeans haven't even heard of the landmark legislation
Suspected GDPR violations prompt over 95,000 complaints
Eight months after the landmark rules came into effect, data released by the European Commission provides a glimpse into the law’s application
Google fined €50 million for violating EU data privacy rules
France’s data protection watchdog issues the first major penalty under the EU’s new privacy regime
German chat site faces fine under GDPR after data breach
The country’s first fine under GDPR is lower than might have been expected, however, as the company was acknowledged for its post-incident cooperation and enhanced security measures
100 days of GDPR
What impact has the new data protection directive had on businesses so far?
Why GDPR affects companies around the world (video)
Learn what businesses need to be mindful of with the new legislation
GDPR: One rule to rule them all – legally
It's almost here but what are the legal ramifications of the incoming legislation for businesses
Last call for GDPR
With the deadline fast approaching, SMBs are reminded of what is required to become compliant
Are firms and regulators prepared for GDPR?
The answer may hinge on if you're a glass-half-full or glass-half-empty kind of person. While we’re at it, how about regulators’ level of preparedness, anyway?
Businesses and GDPR: What they need to do to be compliant?
While this may sound daunting and the consequences of non-compliance are significant, it’s considered unlikely that regulators will make an example of small businesses that can demonstrate they have a plan and have attempted to comply fully with requirements.
Is your SME ready for GDPR?
The countdown is on. In just over eight months’ time, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into force and this will have huge implications for businesses.
Buying encryption? Five good questions to ask before you do
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) together with the growing number of data breaches are the most pressing reasons why small and medium businesses are implementing data protection technologies – including encryption.
Avoid getting lost in encryption with these easy steps
Encryption can be the answer to many data security issues faced by small and medium businesses. Apart from protecting sensitive information from unauthorized use,this technology can also represent another step towards compliance with legislation.