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Why PCI compliance matters more than ever in the financial sector

CIO

Financial institutions, like banks and lenders, can now collect, store, and analyze more data than ever, thanks to advancements in cloud computing and data management technologies. Understanding PCI compliance In the finance space, IT vendors must have sophisticated data security and data management practices.

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INE Security Alert: The Steep Cost of Neglecting Cybersecurity Training

CIO

In modern business, cybersecurity is not merely a technical concern but a crucial financial safeguard. With cyber threats growing in sophistication and frequency, the financial implications of neglecting cybersecurity training are severe and multifaceted. The average cost of a data breach ballooned to $4.88

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Reporting cybersecurity posture and systemic risk to the board

CIO

Cybersecurity and systemic risk are two sides of the same coin. Although it was not a security event, the symptoms and responses all fall into the various categories of the cybersecurity program for any company. Systemic risk and overall cybersecurity posture require board involvement and oversight.

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CSO30 Awards: Introducing the top 30 security leaders in the UAE

CIO

In a world where digital threats loom large, cybersecurity leadership has become paramount. Recognizing the crucial role of cybersecurity leaders in safeguarding the nation’s digital infrastructure, the first edition of the CSO30 Awards recently took place in Dubai, showcasing the cream of the crop in the field.

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For startups, trustworthy security means going above and beyond compliance standards

TechCrunch

Oren Yunger is an investor at GGV Capital , where he leads the cybersecurity vertical and drives investments in enterprise IT, data infrastructure, and developer tools. He was previously chief information security officer at a SaaS company and a public financial institution. So why is compliance alone not enough?

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Customer centricity: How Mashreq Bank is placing its customers at the forefront of its operations

CIO

This approach has significantly enhanced the customer banking experience. As we expand our retail and corporate presence across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, data residency compliance is a key focus. At Mashreq, we are redefining traditional banking by always placing our customers at the forefront of our operations.

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Zero Trust Security for NIS2 compliance: What you need to know

CIO

Over 100,00 organizations are expected to be impacted by Network and Information Security Directive (NIS2) cybersecurity standards that European Union (EU) member states must implement by October 2024. [i] This concept of least-privilege access is fundamental to Zero Trust Security practices.

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