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The security of payment data is an ongoing concern for companies that process, store or transmit credit card information, as it prevents unauthorized access to their customers’ sensitive information.  One of the widely used techniques to ensure this information is protected is the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS).  Now, let’s learn how […]

The use of platforms based on artificial intelligence and machine learning, such as chatbots and generative artificial intelligence tools, has become increasingly popular in several sectors. More accessible to the general public, these resources can actually assist professionals in their daily routines, automating tasks, facilitating customer service, and even creating entire code snippets to be […]

Digital security is a current and ever-growing concern for both individuals and organizations. But the focus on technologies and automated systems alone often leaves out a crucial element: people. And that’s where the concept of human-centric security comes in, an approach that places human needs and behaviors at the core of security strategies. It is […]

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) is the entity responsible for regulating the insurance industry in the United States, establishing standards and practices that ensure the stability and security of the insurance market. With a sharp rise in digital threats, the NAIC has played an important role in creating guidelines to protect customers’ personal […]

Assertive and non-violent communication play key roles in fostering a harmonious and productive working environment. They combine skills that are becoming increasingly valued in the job market and have a major impact on business success. What are assertive and nonviolent communication styles? Assertive communication is the ability to express thoughts, feelings and needs in a […]

In the connected world of today, our digital presence is an extension of ourselves. Every day, we sign up for different apps, social networks and websites to purchase products or services. And the truth is, it often only takes a few days for us to forget the account created on that platform, whether due to […]

Open-source libraries and free-to-use APIs have been widely adopted by the developer community thanks to their ease of access, flexibility, and collaboration among industry members. These tools provide a wide range of pre-developed functionalities, saving programmers time and effort on their projects. However, the widespread adoption of these resources has also led to an increase […]

There’s no question that organizations have to maintain a continuous information security awareness program. And to ensure greater engagement and enjoyment by the entire body of employees, gamification is certainly the best way to go. One of the most common mistakes within companies, however, is to believe that the team responsible for creating and maintaining […]

The term “smishing” is a combination of the words “SMS” and “phishing”. As you can imagine, smishing is a scam where criminals send malicious text messages (SMS). As outdated as SMS may seem, it remains fertile ground for cybercriminals and so-called smishing scams are booming. According to Avast’s 2023 Cyber Threat Report, there has been […]