On a global scale, security is becoming a principal foundation of architectural design. Whether it is a commercial building, residential complex, or even a public space, incorporating secure access systems and technology is a vital component of any initial blueprint. Secure access as a consideration in design is no longer limited to government buildings or offices. However, secure access also does not need to comprise a design aesthetic.

To find out, check out Episode 19 of the Cyjax Geopolitical and Cybersecurity Podcast. Here’s a summary of what’s on the table… A new year brings new threats! So join our CISO Ian Thornton-Trump CD and his guests Lisa Forte, Partner at Red Goat Security and Philip Ingram MBE of Grey Hare Media, for expert analysis of how some of the more compelling world events set to take place this year could impact global stability and security.

As cyber threats get smarter every day, businesses must now make sure they are compliant with cybersecurity laws. Compliance isn't just a matter of checking off boxes; it's a proactive way to keep customer trust, protect private data, and stay out of big fines. There is a lot of pressure on companies to keep their systems safe and follow the rules set by Data Privacy Regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA. A new report says that violations cost companies $4 million on average per breach.

Happy New Year from Key Manager Plus! Though years may pass, one thing that never changes is our commitment towards providing hassle-free certificate life cycle management for every enterprise. To stay true to this goal, over the years, our team has constantly improved its offerings to match user requisites and market needs, and 2023 was no different, with updates that redefined the administrative experience and enhanced product security.

Businesses are currently witnessing improvements in cybersecurity capabilities, thanks to advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI). However, the progress is accompanied by a parallel increase in the threat and sophistication of cyber-attacks, especially when the right event monitoring and threat detection tools are not utilized. Deloitte's latest research on security operations indicates that in 2023, 12.5% of businesses experienced more than one security event.

Cyber threats are getting smarter and are going after businesses of all kinds. Your first line of defense against these threats should be network firewall security, which protects your private data and systems. By filtering data based on set security rules, firewalls create a wall between trusted internal networks and untrusted external ones. A study from Cybersecurity Ventures says that by 2025, cybercrime will cost the world $10.5 trillion every year.

As organizations increasingly rely on external vendors and enterprise buying patterns continue to decentralize, the challenge of managing risk associated with third parties becomes critical. Unfortunately, even uncovering vendor relationships within an organization can be a struggle, with over 80% of workers admitting to using non-approved SaaS applications. This ‘Shadow IT’ is not only frustrating; it introduces tremendous risk.