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The latest buzz in cybersecurity circles is all about reauthorising the Cybersecurity and Information Sharing Act of 2015 (CISA 2015). Boosted by a recent House Homeland Security subcommittee hearing, business and retail groups, including the Business Roundtable and the National Retail Federation, are lobbying hard for this reauthorisation. Their aim? To keep essential information-sharing operations […]
Longtime cyber official Matt Hartman is set to leave the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) after a significant 15-year career in various roles. Known for his expertise and leadership, Hartman has been pivotal in shaping CISA since its establishment in 2018, contributing to its mission from the agency’s precursor within the Department of Homeland […]
Marks & Spencer is currently reeling from a cyber attack that has significantly disrupted its operations. The retailer is expecting a £300 million cost and lasting effects through July, leaving many stores with empty shelves and unfulfilled online orders. Source: The Independent Key Points The cyber attack has led to an estimated £300 million loss […]
The House Homeland Security Committee is gearing up for a field hearing on May 28 at Stanford University. The primary focus? Reviewing the U.S. cybersecurity posture and exploring opportunities for regulatory harmonization. This hearing promises discussions with innovators, job creators, and academics to gain insights on cybersecurity and its future trajectory. Source: Inside Cyber Security […]
Summary of the Event: In September 2023, MGM Resorts International, a leading global hospitality and entertainment company, experienced a significant cybersecurity breach. The attack, attributed to the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group in collaboration with the Scattered Spider hacking collective, disrupted operations across MGM’s properties, including iconic Las Vegas resorts such as the Bellagio, Mandalay Bay, and […]
The chief executives of Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds Bank, and NatWest recently faced a Treasury Select Committee to discuss IT vulnerabilities and the increasing role of AI in banking. Cybersecurity emerged as a major concern, with substantial investments noted by leaders to safeguard digital systems critical for customer trust. The discussion also touched on how AI […]
Memo Title:Post-Breach Protocols: From Detection to Disclosure To: Executive Leadership TeamFrom: Strategy & Risk AdvisoryDate: 21 May 2025Subject: Leadership Protocols for Cyber Breach Response and Regulatory Disclosure Executive Summary:Security breaches are now a matter of “when”, not “if”, across digital-first gambling environments. As regulatory scrutiny intensifies and stakeholder trust becomes harder to recover post-incident, clear […]
What It Is:AI governance refers to the frameworks, policies, and controls that ensure artificial intelligence systems are used responsibly, safely, and in compliance with legal and ethical standards. It encompasses areas such as transparency, accountability, fairness, data privacy, and human oversight. For the gambling sector, where AI is increasingly used to optimise operations and personalise […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising recruitment, but we need to ensure that the human touch remains vital in the hiring process. Karen Handley from Virgin Media O2 explores how companies can adapt their recruitment strategies to address the challenges posed by AI-generated applications while ensuring a fair and inclusive process. Source: HR Magazine Key Points […]
The Update As we enter the second half of 2025, the cyber threat landscape is marked by increasing sophistication, with artificial intelligence (AI) playing a pivotal role in both offensive and defensive cyber operations. Threat actors are leveraging AI to automate and enhance the effectiveness of their attacks, making them more adaptive and harder to […]
