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IDG Contributor Network: Cyber crime as a service forces changes in information security

Network World

But for organizations still maturing their defensive measures, here’s what the transformation of cyber crime into an industry means for how you approach information security. Major companies (think Fortune 500 organizations) understand that cyber crime as a service has changed how they handle defense.

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NYC Department of Education builds the pipeline for future cybersecurity professionals

Network World

The grades 9–14 schools also work with industry partners to support students in exploring careers and attaining skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) industries. During my time as an intern, I was also able to gain two industry certifications (CompTIA Security and ISC2 Certified in Cyber Security).

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Healthcare Now Third-Most Targeted Industry for Ransomware

SecureWorld News

Escalating Frequency and Impact: Healthcare services have become one of the most targeted industries, moving from the fifth most attacked sector in 2023 to third in 2024. This exposure not only potentially increases risks to individuals whose sensitive information has been compromised but also perpetuates the cycle of cybercrime activity." "We

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Security industry failing users, says behaviour expert

Computer Weekly

The information security community is failing to educate users in a way that helps then understand cyber threats and change their behaviour, according to consultant Jessica Barker

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Information security key to digital era business models

Computer Weekly

Security will become increasingly important as industries seek to collaborate and use each other’s capabilities to enable new business models, with the banking sector leading the way

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Energy Is Embracing Zero Trust, All Industries Should Too

Forrester IT

I recently heard a segment on WBUR (a public radio station in Boston) on the emergence of microgrids and I was amazed at how much the concept of microgrids closely aligned with the concept of microperimeters within our Zero Trust model of information security.

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Redefining customer experience: How AI is revolutionizing Mastercard

CIO Business Intelligence

In an era where technology reshapes entire industries, I’ve had the privilege of leading Mastercard on an extraordinary journey. He oversees the company’s technology functions, including the payments network, enterprise platforms, technology infrastructure and operations, information security and global technology hubs.

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