No, you cannot erase your digital footprint, but you can reduce it by deleting inactive accounts, opting out of people search sites and adjusting your privacy settings. Your digital footprint is a collection of data left behind by your unique online activity, ranging from what you post on social media to what you browse on the internet.

AI is quickly becoming the basis for more cyber attacks, leading organizations to realize the risk it presents. A new report now shows that AI-enhanced cyber attacks are now the top concern of security leaders. I recently wrote about how prolific ransomware attacks are and what the outcomes were for those experiencing attacks. In the same report - GetApp’s 2024 Data Security report – I also found some interesting data around where AI sits in the list of concerns for cybersecurity leaders.

As digital transformation accelerates, so do the cybersecurity risks, particularly for organisations handling critical infrastructure and sensitive data. To address these challenges, the European Union has updated its cybersecurity regulations with NIS2 (Network and Information Security Directive 2), expanding and strengthening the original NIS Directive, which was established to improve cybersecurity across essential sectors.

Trust lies at the heart of every relationship, transaction and encounter. Yet in cyberspace—where we work, live, learn and play—trust can become elusive. Since the dawn of the Internet nearly 50 years ago, we’ve witnessed incredible digital transformations paired with increasingly formidable threats. Knowing who and what to trust has become so difficult that the very notion of trust has been flipped on its head.

Welcome back to our Evolution of Scalper Bots series. In our last post, we explored how scalper bots expanded into new markets from 2010 to 2014. We saw the scalper bot industry rise and a technological arms race begin between developers and retailers. As we delve into the period of 2015 to 2017, this battle intensifies. Scalper bots become more sophisticated, retailers implement new countermeasures, and legal challenges emerge.

The fast evolution of technology in the IT industry has made it increasingly important for professionals to keep up with emerging trends and skill sets. Data security, analytics, and automation have become crucial as companies deal with growing cyberattacks and data breach threats. To remain relevant and secure, IT professionals must actively address skill gaps in these areas, while organizations should create environments that prioritize continuous learning.

A secure website is not just an option but a necessity. With businesses increasingly relying on online platforms, the potential risks associated with inadequate website security have never been more important. Cyber threats are rampant, targeting not only businesses but also their customers, making understanding and implementing robust security measures essential for anyone with an online presence.