The legal battle over controversial use of biometric data of Clearview AI is not over yet. Although a U.S. district court recently gave final approval to a settlement agreement, some are still pushing back. Appeal Filed After Court Approves Settlement On April 18, two named objectors, Robert Weissman and Rick Claypool, filed an appeal with […]
In April 2024, the Biden administration finalized a rule under HIPAA to protect the privacy of reproductive healthcare information. This came nearly two years after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a decision that triggered new abortion laws in many states. This rule took effect in June 2024. This rule stops covered entities from […]
DataKrypto, a leader in homomorphic encryption technology, has introduced a powerful new solution to protect AI models and the sensitive data businesses use with them. The new product, called FHEnom for AI™, is built on DataKrypto’s patented fully homomorphic encryption (FHE) technology and aims to close a major security gap in the world of artificial […]
A New York-based startup, Sentra, has successfully raised $50 million in Series B funding to help enterprises protect and capitalize on their data. The company, founded by an Israeli Military Intelligence colonel, aims to provide businesses with better ways to secure and manage their sensitive data, especially in the era of AI and cloud computing. […]
In today’s digital world, protecting sensitive data has become more important than ever. Data privacy concerns continue to rise, and unintended data access threats can be disastrous for organizations, leading to financial losses, reputational damage, and potential regulatory violations. But while securing data is critical, companies also need to leverage data for innovation and decision-making. […]
A federal appeals court has reinstated a potentially groundbreaking Shopify data privacy class action lawsuit against Canadian e-commerce giant Shopify, delivering a decision that could reshape how US courts handle jurisdiction over internet-based platforms. In a decisive 10-1 ruling, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco determined that Shopify must face litigation […]
South Korean telecom giant SK Telecom has confirmed a suspected leak of user USIM (Universal Subscriber Identity Module) information following a hacking attack. The company has reported the breach to the relevant authorities and is cooperating with an ongoing investigation to determine the full extent of the incident. What is USIM and What Data Was […]
Legends International, a prominent entertainment venue management company, has confirmed it experienced a significant cyberattack, resulting in the exposure of sensitive data. This breach was first identified in early November 2024, when the company discovered unauthorized activity within its IT systems. Breach Uncovered and Investigation Launched In a data breach notification letter, Legends International explained […]
The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has fined Merseyside-based law firm DPP Law Ltd £60,000 following a cyberattack that exposed sensitive personal information on the dark web. The ICO investigation revealed that DPP failed to implement adequate security measures to protect the personal data stored electronically. Cybercriminals accessed the firm’s network through an unused administrator […]
Landmark Admin, a Texas-based company that handles services like policy accounting and regulatory reporting for big insurers, has given an update on a cyberattack it suffered in May 2024. The number of people affected by the attack has now risen to 1.6 million. In October 2024, Landmark announced it had detected suspicious activity on its […]