As 2023 comes to a close, it’s essential to look back at the major cybersecurity events of the year and extract crucial learnings and takeaways. This year has been marked by significant incidents that have reshaped our understanding of digital security, privacy, and cyber resilience. Major Cybersecurity Incidents of 2023 Some statistics for reference: Number […]
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Striking a Balance between Values and Laws, Innovation and Regulation – Artificial Intelligence
The blog “The Tale of Two Approaches to Artificial Intelligence – EU AI Act & U.S. Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy AI” was a balanced look at the similarities and difference in approaches to AI. The divergence of approach is a manifestation of our different legal systems, political cultures, and strategic priorities. This […]
Resilience Building Regulations and the Financial Sector
The financial sector handles sensitive data and transactions that affect our economy and society. It is a critical sector and is vulnerable to cyberattacks. The SolarWinds, Colonial Pipeline, and Kaseya attacks to name a few, have exposed the weaknesses and gaps in our cybersecurity practices and regulations. To address these challenges and enhance the digital […]
The Tale of Two Approaches to Artificial Intelligence – EU AI Act & U.S. Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most powerful and transformative technologies of our time and it also poses significant challenges and risks for safety, security, human rights, and democracy. How can governments regulate AI to protect the public interest and values while fostering trust and innovation? I will briefly compare these two policy initiatives, […]
Enhancing Resilience: The Role of DORA in Business Continuity and Operational Resilience
In today’s regulatory landscape, navigating various regulations related to risk management can be a daunting challenge for financial institutions. However, the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) offers a unique perspective. DORA not only aligns with existing best practices and regulations but also presents opportunities for financial organizations to elevate their operational resilience. In this article, […]
SolarWinds of Change – How the SEC Ruling Affects the Future of InfoSec Officers
Cybersecurity is more than a technical issue as it has legal and financial implications for companies and investors. The recent U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charges levied against SolarWinds Corporation and its chief information security officer illustrates the serious consequences of failing to disclose and manage cybersecurity risks and incidents in accordance with federal […]
CyAN supports the launch of “BLACK IS ETHICAL”
CyAN is immensely proud to announce its support for ‘BLACK IS ETHICAL,’ the brainchild of one of our board members, Inssata Ricourt. ‘BLACK IS ETHICAL’ is an initiative that unites experts in ethical hacking, some of whom are from the African diaspora or have connections to Africa. They generously share their knowledge and experiences with […]
Streamlining Operations: The Efficiency Gains from Cybersecurity
In the previous parts of our series, “Cybersecurity: The Unsung Hero of Revenue Protection,” we’ve looked at cybersecurity as a strategic business asset, the financial implications of cyber threats, and its crucial role in fostering customer trust. This fourth instalment examines another crucial aspect of cybersecurity—its ability to enhance operational efficiency. As we navigate our […]
New Secure-in-Mind Episodes
We have published a number of new videos/podcasts in our Secure-in-Mind series, featuring a wide range of distinguished and exciting guests. Whether you’re interested in fraud/cybercrime, education, incident response, policy, diversity, cyber risk insurance – the CyAN Secure-in-Mind channel is a great place for informed conversations with experts from around the industry, all over the […]
Balancing Privacy and Security in AI Systems: Navigating the Cybersecurity Conundrum
The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have brought about a new era of innovation, and its integration into cybersecurity has opened doors for more robust and efficient defences. However, as AI systems become more sophisticated, the challenges of protecting sensitive data and user privacy have also grown. In this blog post, we will discuss […]